Ilya Baskin_
Riga, Latvian SSR, USSR [now Latvia]
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Born
Riga, Latvian SSR, USSR [now Latvia]
Birthday
Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Television actor, Film actor, Actor
Birthday
(Friday)
Birthplace
Riga, Latvian SSR, USSR [now Latvia]
Nationality
Citizenship
Soviet Union, United States
Languages
English
Education
State School of Circus and Variety Arts
Zodiac Sign
♌ Leo
Chinese Zodiac
虎 Tiger
Name Origin
English < Russian (Илья́)
Popularity
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Ilya Baskin is known for acting.
Born in Riga, Latvian SSR, USSR [now Latvia] (age 75).
Ilya Baskin has 22 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (22)
Biography
Baskin was born in Riga, the son of Frieda and Zalman Baskin. He attended Moscow's prestigious Theatre and Variety Arts College and won a Festival of Young Actors Award at the Moscow Comedy Theatre. Baskin immigrated to the United States in 1976. He has built a considerable career in TV and movies, and is often cast as a Russian, due to his ancestry and accent. He has ultimately become one of the most popular choices whenever a Russian is needed in a TV-episode or a major movie production. He is also a regular on the long-running Internet program "Outlaw Radio" hosted by Matt Alan, where he makes amusing commentary on contemporary topics, and does comedic interaction with fellow actor Richard Tyson and author Burl Barer, among many others.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Ilya Baskin?
Ilya Baskin is 75 years old, born on .
Where was Ilya Baskin born?
Ilya Baskin was born in Riga, Latvian SSR, USSR [now Latvia].
What movies or shows has Ilya Baskin been in?
Ilya Baskin has 22 credits in our database. Notable titles include Reagan (2024), Silent Screams (2015), Angels & Demons (2009), Spider-Man 3 (2007), The Dukes (2007).
What is Ilya Baskin known for?
Ilya Baskin is primarily known as an actor. Baskin was born in Riga, the son of Frieda and Zalman Baskin. He attended Moscow's prestigious Theatre and Variety Arts College and won a Festival…
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You can find more about Ilya Baskin on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
