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BIO

Yuri had an exotic childhood, growing up not only within the United States but also throughout Africa and Europe. After a brief stint with the Japanese government, Yuri turned to acting full time, and after several years in NYC, has recently relocated to LA. He has performed throughout the world and is also an internationally produced playwright. Since moving to LA, he has continued to work in film, television, theatre and voice-over.

Yuri is fluent in Japanese, French, and German and is trained in several martial arts including Wu Shu Kung Fu; he is an award winning Sumi-e painter and a published author. In addition to acting, Yuri has penned a novel called TOUGH CITY as part of the 72 hour novel writing contest, as well as a series of illustrated children's books and short stories and 6 feature screenplays.

Yuri's latest endeavor is a production company with his partner Tara Platt. Monkey Kingdom Productions wrapped principal photography and is deep into post-production on its first feature film, TUMBLING AFTER. He is also collaborating with Rob Prior from GOOD COP/BAD COP and Patrick Durham of Durham Films to create a series of short 3-5 minute films as part of the 3 MINUTE FILM series. Yuri will write, produce and act in several of the short films.

Yuri has also written and starred in the film FAITHFUL. Check out the PR page for the Film Threat Review for FAITHFUL, which garnered reviewer Stina Chyn's highest rating of 4 1/2 stars. To see the full review check out: http://www.filmthreat.com/Reviews.asp?Id=6024

CHARITY

Yuri supports several charities and often is involved in events like the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer 3-Day and Earthdance 2008 including: