Elena Chernyavskaya

Elena Chernyavskaya (born June 1, 1986) is a Russian actress and high-profile model who gained widespread recognition for her role in the beloved sitcom Kitchen (Kukhnya). Born in Moscow, she began her professional journey in a variety of service jobs, including working at McDonald's, before a chance encounter led her to a successful career in modeling at age 21. After becoming a recognizable face for major brands like Aeroflot, Nivea, and Nescafé, she transitioned into acting, graduating from the German Sidakov Drama School in 2013. She is most famous for portraying Angelina Smirnova, the hostess and promotional model for the restaurant, in the Kitchen franchise.