Yakov Smirnoff

The American Comedy Legend from Russia

Yakov Smirnoff is a legend in American comedy. After escaping the communist Soviet Union in 1977, Yakov came to The United States with nothing more than a dream. He humbly began working as a bartender at the famous Grossinger’s Catskill Resort in New York, where he was able to tell jokes each night after his shifts. As his English improved, he quickly grew in popularity. He would then make the move to Los Angeles where the owner of The Comedy Store, Mitzi Shore, took him under her wing.

His lovable view of life through the eyes of a poor immigrant captured the hearts of America. He soared to the top of the comedy world performing on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson and countless other TV shows including a recurring role on Night Court. He was also the star of his very own TV show that was named after his famous catch phrase What a Country!. He branched out to the big screen where he starred in movies with Tom Hanks, Robin Williams, and Jack Nicholson to name a few. Yakov Smirnoff is an iconic comedian, movie star, best-selling author and most recently, he has earned a doctorate degree in Leadership from Pepperdine University. He has given command performances for 4 U.S. Presidents! Yakov is currently touring the world doing stand-up, and even has his very own theater in Branson, Missouri. With the heart of dreamer, Yakov Smirnoff has made the impossible possible and continues to inspire others with his message that America is still “What a Country!

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