An unusual mix of Russian, Jewish & German blood, born and raised in Dickson, Tennessee, and now living in Los Angeles, Nikita Pankratz comes from a long line of actors and producers such as Gregory Ratoff his great grand uncle known for his many works like the first James Bond movies and more. Nikita naturally grew up with an open mind and passion for the understanding of different cultures. Not being able to answer the straightforward questions of "What is your favorite artist, music, movie, place of travel, food, etc," his interests are intrigued by the freedom of choice and variety. In his eyes, life is too complex to stick to one "favorite," he'd rather experience every aspect of life and enjoy the adventure that comes with it.His passion for acting came from his mother's side of the family, which consists of generations of entertainers. The art of storytelling and transmitting emotions through picture, sound, and performance, is now his focus. His love for music came from his father; a former composer and rocker. Now, keeping up with the times and trends, Nikita specifically listens to a lot of hip-hop and rap, focusing strongly on lyrics, rather than just a nice beat to bob to. (Even though he loves the catchy elements.) "Everything appeals to me but country and heavy metal." While pursuing his career, Nikita still distracts himself with the purity of animals, the constant news on world changes, the advancement of technology, new friendships, and the simple act of spreading love and positivity in the constant pursuit of balance. Show less «