Yakov Smirnoff
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Yakov Smirnoff is an American comedian, actor, writer, and educator who immigrated to the United States from the Soviet Union in 1977. He became widely known for his stand-up comedy and appearances in films and television during the 1980s, including Moscow on the Hudson.
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What Yakov Smirnoff has said on podcasts
3 statements
Nate Bargatze views Yakov as a pioneer who helped shape modern comedy.
“he feels like I'm one of the people that kind of paved the way. For comedy to be what it is today.”
Open the episode · #2557 - Yakov SmirnoffListen at 2:19:07
Yakov believes he can still provide value to audiences.
“I believe I can still offer something valuable to the audience”
Open the episode · #2557 - Yakov SmirnoffListen at 2:22:50
Yakov believes laughter improves relationships.
“I think laughter in the relationship is that lubricant.”
Open the episode · #2557 - Yakov SmirnoffListen at 2:25:07
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1 episode featuring Yakov Smirnoff, newest first
