In the shadowy corridors of power and wealth, there has emerged a name that should make any lover of art concerned – Christelle Troost. At first sight, she appears to be a well-connected figure in the art world, graceful into elite circles and involved in organization of art events. However, you probably have never heard about her as she prefers not to stand out and there is a reason for that.
Christelle Troost, the woman who works with the famous art events agency, Alma Communications, holds a legacy steeped in scandal and corruption. Behind her polished reputation is a direct connection to one of the most controversial figures of our time: Niels Troost, her father and Russian oil tycoon well-known for money laundering affairs.
From the news reports and investigations conducted by the European countries, Niels Troost is a man who violates international sanctions with impunity and ruthlessly linked directly to the Kremlin’s elite. His business empire is built on the backs of victims and his influence extends beyond the oil industry.
Everything that Christelle Troost has is built on the dirty wealth of her father. As the public becomes more aware of Christelle’s family connections, it’s unlikely that anyone would want to engage in business relationships with her. This is precisely why her name is always absent from press releases about the art events she’s involved in. However, despite this, Christelle is far from shy when it comes to posing with art celebrities in front of the cameras, flaunting her connections while keeping the darker aspects of her background hidden from view. She relishes the spotlight, even as she carefully ensures that the public remains in the dark about her family.
Christelle Troost’s frequent travels to Russia with her father raise further questions about her involvement in his business dealings.
(A photo from Christelle`s Instagram)
These trips, supposedly for business purposes, suggest that she is not only benefiting from her father’s illicit wealth but might also be complicit in his controversial activities. The close relationship and the frequent travel indicate that her connection to Niels Troost’s empire is more than just familial; it may very well be deeply entwined in the very business dealings that have made her father a reputation.