Fan mail address
Yuri Sardarov
Water Street Anthem Entertainment
5225 Wilshire Blvd.
Suite 615
Los Angeles, CA 90036
USA
Address information
Water Street Anthem Entertainment
(Talent Management Company)
5225 Wilshire Blvd.
Suite 615
Los Angeles, CA 90036
USA
Phone: (323) 939-6900
Fax: (323) 939-6930
Yuri Sardarov is an Armenian-American actor and producer best known for his role as firefighter Brian “Otis” Zvonecek on NBC’s hit television series Chicago Fire. Born on January 28, 1988, in Baku, Azerbaijan, Sardarov and his family moved to the United States when he was a child, initially settling in the Washington, D.C. area. He grew up with a strong appreciation for his Armenian heritage and an interest in the arts from a young age.
Sardarov attended Glenbrook North High School in Illinois, where he nurtured his passion for acting. He later graduated from the University of Michigan’s School of Music, Theatre & Dance, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre. This training helped him develop the skills needed for a successful acting career, blending both dramatic and comedic talents.
After college, Sardarov moved to Chicago to pursue acting professionally. He initially took on various roles in theater productions before transitioning to film and television. In 2012, he landed the role of Otis on Chicago Fire, which would become his breakout role. Known for his sense of humor and dedication to his character, Sardarov quickly became a fan favorite over his seven seasons on the show. His portrayal of Otis, a lovable, brave firefighter and paramedic, resonated with audiences and contributed significantly to the show’s success.
