Following recent controversy surrounding his wife, Regina Todorenko, singer Vlad Topalov is now facing public outcry over past remarks he made about dogs. The former Smash!! band member’s comments, resurfaced online, have sparked calls for his “cancellation” as social media users express outrage.
Topalov, who generally maintains a lower public profile than Todorenko, rarely appears on major television shows or grants extensive interviews. However, a clip from a 2017 appearance on the program “Secret na million” (Secret for a Million) has ignited a firestorm. In the interview, Topalov described intense dislike for the dogs of his ex-wife, expressing disturbing sentiments about them.
“Every morning and evening I had to prepare the food, first with warm water, then with cold. I wanted to kill them. I hated them more than anyone in my life… She had two absolutely disgusting animals (dogs – ed.). As much as it’s impossible to hate something, that’s how much I hated them. I dreamed of mutilating them. I caught myself thinking that I would gladly throw them into a fire. There was no upbringing,” Topalov stated during the broadcast, as reported by 24SMI.
Whereas the interview originally aired eight years ago, it has recently gained traction online, prompting a wave of criticism. Users are now calling for Topalov to be “canceled” for his disturbing statements. “What a monster sits inside a pretty face…” one user wrote, while others expressed disbelief and disappointment, stating, “You can dislike dogs, but how can you dream of mutilating them?” and “So disappointed.”
The resurfacing of Topalov’s comments comes at a sensitive time for the couple. Todorenko recently faced backlash after revealing she gave honey to an individual with a known allergy as part of a social media challenge, a move widely condemned as reckless. A journalist has even speculated about a potential divorce between Todorenko and Topalov, according to reports. Adding to the tension, Topalov himself recalled an incident where Todorenko filmed him while he was ill with a high fever for her blog, a detail that has likewise drawn criticism.
The controversy surrounding Topalov highlights a growing trend of public figures facing scrutiny for past statements and actions. The speed at which information spreads online, coupled with increased sensitivity towards animal welfare, has created a climate where past transgressions are quickly brought to light and met with swift condemnation.
It remains to be seen how Topalov will address the current backlash. As of March 9, 2026, he has not issued a public statement regarding the resurfaced interview. The situation is developing, and further updates will likely emerge as the story continues to unfold.
What do you believe about the resurfacing of these comments and the calls for accountability?
