Alexander Ovechkin is a Russian professional ice hockey player and the captain of the Washington Capitals in the National Hockey League.
Alexander Ovechkin Wiki/Bio
| Real Name | Alexander Mikhailovich Ovechkin |
| Nickname | Alexander Ovechkin |
| Profession | Ice Hockey player |
| Date of Birth | 17 September 1985 |
| Age | 40 years, as of 2025 |
| Birth Place | Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union |
| Nationality | Russian |
| Hometown | Moscow, Russian, SFSR, Soviet Union |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Ethnicity | Not known |
| Religion | Not known |
| Social Media |
Education Qualification
| School | Update son |
| College | Russian State University of Physical Education, Sport, Youth, and Tourism |
| Education Qualification | Doctor of Science degree |
Alexander Ovechkin Age
Hockey player Alexander Ovechkin was born on 17 September 1985 in Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union. He is 40 years old as of 2025, and his zodiac sign is Virgo.
Alexander Ovechkin Wife
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Maria Kirilenko |
| Spouse/Wife | Nastya Shubskaya |
| Children | Two sons: first born in 2018 and second born in 2020 |
Alexander Ovechkin Family
| Father’s Name | Mikhail Ovechkin (former football player) |
| Mother’s Name | Tatyana Ovechkina (two-time Olympic gold medalist and world champion (1975) in basketball ) |
| Brother’s Name | Two brothers: Sergei and Mikhail J. |
| Sister’s Name | None |
Career
| Debut | NHL Draft – 1st overall, 2004 NHL draft by Washington Capitals |
| Awards | 2008, 2012, 2014 – World Championships gold medal 2019 – Wayne Gretzky International Award |
Alexander Ovechkin Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 191 cm In meters – 1.91 m In feet & inches – 6’ 3” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 108 kg In pounds – 238 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | Brown |
Alexander Ovechkin Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $80 million (as of 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | $5Million to $10 million |
| Salary (approx) | $50,00,000 (as of 2025) |
| Income Source | Salary, contract, endorsement, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Alexander Ovechkin
- Alexander Ovechkin was born and raised in Moscow, the son of soviet athletes.
- His mother, Tatyana Ovechkina, is a two-time Olympic gold medalist in 1976 and 1980 and world champion in 1975 in basketball.
- His father, Mikhail, was a football player.
- He has two older brothers, Sergei and Mikhail Jr.
- Alexander’s favorite NHL team growing up was the San Jose Sharks, and it was also the first NHL jersey he received.
- He was two years old when he first picked up a hockey stick.
- Whenever a hockey game came on TV, he would drop whatever he was doing, refusing to allow his parents to change the channel.
- In early childhood, he moved with his family to a tall high-rise building on the outskirts of Moscow.
- He established his reputation within the Dynamo Moscow system by scoring 56 goals at the age of 11.
- Alex began playing in the Russian Super League for Dynamo Moscow at the age of 16.
- Alexander Ovechkin was formerly engaged to Tennis player Maria Kirilenko, but on 21 July 2014, they announced that the wedding was called off.
- On 11 September 2015, he announced his engagement to Nastya Shubskaya, the daughter of Russian actress Vera Glagoleva.
FAQ:
How old is Alexander Ovechkin?
40 years, as of 2025
Who is Alexander Ovechkin’s wife?
Nastya Shubskaya, the daughter of Russian actress Vera Glagoleva.
What is Alexander Ovechkin’s net worth?
Approx – $80 Million (As of 2025)
How many goals does Alexander Ovechkin have?
Alexander Ovechkin ties Gretzkey’s NHL goals record with goals Nos. 893, 894.
Is Ovechkin an American citizen?
No, he is a Russian citizen.