Elya Baskin


Ilya Zalmanovich Baskin Илья, known as Elya Baskin, is a Russian–American actor. He first gained attention for his role in Moscow on the Hudson, as Robin Williams' character's best friend. He is also known for playing Peter Parker's landlord, Mr. Ditkovich, in Spider-Man 2 and Spider-Man 3.

Biography

Baskin was born to a Jewish family in Riga, Latvian SSR, Soviet Union, 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.
He immigrated to the United States in 1976. He has built a considerable career in TV and film, and is often cast as Eastern European characters.

Filmography