Yuri Sardarov, a.k.a. Yuriy Sardarov, (born January 28, 1988) is an American actor and producer. He has done extensive work in the theater. He starred on NBC's Chicago Fire, seasons 1 through 8.

Early life Yuri Sardarov is half-Georgian and half-Armenian; he moved to the United States at age two as a refugee. His parents and grandparents were musicians. Sardarov was named after his grandfather, with whom he is very close, and they have matching Cyrillic tattoos. Because his grandfather was named "Yuri," Sardarov began to spell his name with an extra "y" at the end to differentiate himself. He has a brother, Nick, who is eleven years younger. Sardarov attended Glenbrook North High School, near Chicago, starting his junior year. He graduated in 2006. In 2010 he graduated with a BFA in Theatre Performance at the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance where he was in a fraternity.

Personal life He divides his time between Los Angeles and Chicago. During filming for Chicago Fire, he lived with his costars Joe Minoso and Charlie Barnett. He has a partner, Madeleine. Sardarov enjoys comedy and took classes at The Second City during his free time in Chicago.

Filmography

Television Year Title Role Notes 2012–2019 Chicago FireBrian "Otis" Zvonecek Main role 2013 Apex Phillip Also executive producer 2014 Chicago P.D. Brian "Otis" Zvonecek Minor role2018 Chicago MedSeason 4; Episode 2: "When to Let Go"2022The RookieIlya Sokurov2 Episodes: Simone/Enervo2023FBI: InternationalSergei DiatchenkoGuest Star: "Blood Feud"; as Yuriy Sadarov

Film Year Title Role Notes2011 The Double LeoAs Yuriy Sardarov The Ides of March Mike 2012 Argo Rossi 2020 Adam Nick Khan

Shorts Year Title Role Notes 2008 Agoraphobia at 2530 Brian Dr. Me As Yuriy Sardarov, also a producer 2008 Dupe As Yuriy Sardarov2010 Student Housing: Zombie Edition Counselor Lift Gate Isaac As Yuriy Sardarov, also a producer2011 S.W.A.T.: Firefight Bulgarian Man/Mr. Krav Shark Tank Cree As Yuriy Sardarov

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