Anton L'vovitch Yakovlev, a celebrated Russian actor, was born on December 8, 1967, in Leningrad, USSR, a city that would later be rebranded as Saint-Petersburg, Russia.
Before launching his remarkable acting career, Yakovlev pursued his fervent passion for the performing arts by graduating from the esteemed Academy of Russian Ballet named after A. Vaganova, a prestigious institution renowned for its rigorous training and commitment to excellence.
Furthermore, he also earned a degree from the esteemed Leningrad Institute of Theatre, Music and Cinematography (LGITMIK),a revered educational institution located in St. Petersburg, where he honed his skills and laid the foundation for his future success in the world of acting.
As a remarkably gifted and ambitious young actor, Yakovlev embarked upon his professional odyssey by gaining valuable experience at the prestigious Maly Theatre in St. Petersburg, honing his skills and laying the groundwork for a illustrious career. Yet, an insatiable thirst for new challenges and opportunities propelled him to make a bold and significant decision in 1991, opting to relocate to France, a country renowned for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant artistic scene. Since then, Yakovlev has become an integral and highly respected member of the esteemed Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, a world-class institution that has provided him with the perfect platform to continue refining his craft, captivating audiences with his exceptional talent, and leaving a lasting impression on the world of theatre.
