Ilana, a talented and multi-faceted individual, was born in Russia and later raised in the vibrant city of San Francisco. From a young age, she had a passion for performing, which began to take shape when she started acting at the tender age of five. Her love for the stage and camera only grew stronger as she progressed through her childhood, and she was eventually recognized for her exceptional talent at the age of twelve.
Ilana's early start in the world of acting led her to pursue a degree in Psychology and a Master's in Communication at the University of California, Davis. She also honed her craft at the prestigious ACT, a renowned acting school in San Francisco. During her college years, she appeared in a few indie films, which laid the foundation for her future success.
After moving to Los Angeles, Ilana continued to study at the Ivana Chubuck Studio, where she refined her skills and quickly began to make a name for herself in the industry. She landed notable roles in popular TV shows such as "The Newsroom" on HBO and "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" on Fox, as well as the lead role in the romantic comedy feature film "Nowhere Girl".
Ilana's impressive resume also includes appearances on hit shows like "Chicago PD" and "Veep", as well as her portrayal of the notable character 'Iryna Maximoff' in Marvel's highly acclaimed "WandaVision". In her ongoing pursuit of excellence, Ilana continues to study with renowned acting coach Jo Kelly, and is set to star in the lead role of the new mockumentary-style feature film "The Second Coming of John Cooper".
