Anatolii Panchenko

Anatolii Panchenko, an accomplished actor, hails from Donetsk, Ukraine, where he was born to Yurii Panchenko, an engineer, and Victoria Romanenko, a fashion design educator. The onset of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine prompted him to move to Kyiv, where he embarked on a unique journey, spending four years aboard cruise ships, peddling jewelry. His path eventually led him to Los Angeles in 2018, where he pursued formal training in acting at the New York Film Academy’s one-year Acting for Film Conservatory. Additionally, he honed his craft at esteemed institutions such as the Larry Moss Studio, the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute, and the Nancy Banks Studio.

In 2019, Panchenko made a significant breakthrough by auditioning for a role in the popular French series, The Bureau (Le Bureau Des Légendes), securing the character of Alexis Bakatine in its fifth season. Following this success, he returned to Kyiv and expanded his portfolio by featuring in various commercials. Most recently, he has taken on the role of Mikhail Vorobiov in the series INFINITI, which premiered on Canal+ in 2022. Panchenko’s journey reflects resilience and ambition, showcasing his dedication to the craft of acting even amidst challenging circumstances.