Born on June 19, 1953, in Los Angeles, California, he is an American actor of Armenian descent. He gained widespread recognition for his comedic role as Azamat Bagatov in the 2006 film "Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan." Known for his robust character portrayals, he has also appeared in movies like "Get Smart" and "The Artist." Besides acting, he runs a successful restaurant business in California, blending his passion for food and entertainment.