Oksana Lada, a Ukrainian-born beauty, was born in Ivano-Frankivsk, a city located in the western region of Ukraine. Prior to her emigration to the United States at the age of 20, Lada pursued a degree in economics. With her striking, strongly Slavic features, she began a modeling career upon her arrival in the U.S.
As her passion for acting grew, Lada continued her studies in both Ukraine and the United States. Her transition to acting was seamless, and she eventually became a household name after her portrayal of Irina, Tony Soprano's mistress, on the critically acclaimed HBO series The Sopranos in 1999.
Lada's impressive acting skills have also been showcased in various New York theater productions, earning her positive reviews from audiences and critics alike. Her linguistic abilities are equally impressive, as she is fluent in English, Ukrainian, Russian, and Polish.
Despite her successful career in the United States, Lada remains deeply connected to her homeland, Ukraine, where she was born. She currently resides in Manhattan, where she continues to pursue her passion for acting.
