Andrey Smolyakov, a renowned Russian actor, was born in the year 1958 in the city of Podolsk, located within the Moscow Oblast. Prior to embarking on his illustrious acting career, Smolyakov spent three years honing his craft at the prestigious Boris Shchukin Theatre Institute. Upon completing his studies, he graduated from the State Institute of Theatre Arts in 1980, marking the beginning of his professional journey as an actor on the stage of the renowned Moscow Art Theatre.
Throughout his distinguished career, Smolyakov has had the privilege of working with several esteemed theatres, including the Satyricon Theatre, where he spent two years from 1984 to 1986, and the Oleg Tabakov Studio Theatre in Moscow, which he joined in 1987.
As a seasoned actor, Smolyakov has made a significant impact on the big screen, making his debut in 1978 and subsequently appearing in over 80 films. His impressive body of work has seen him collaborate with some of Russia's most acclaimed directors, including notable credits such as "Daddy" (2004),"Escape" (2005),"Stalingrad" (2013),and "Viking" (2016).
