Pasha D. Lychnikoff was born in Moscow, Russia. He attended the Russian Academy of Dramatic Arts. As an actor, he became a regular on the drama series Big Apple. He also landed more than 30 guest appearances on TV shows like Without A Trace, CSI Miami, Alias, and Nash Bridges to name a few. He also starred in movies such as Playing God, Air Force One and Fun with Dick and Jane. Moreover, he became part of the series Deadwood as Blazanov.
Blazanov is the operator of Deadwood’s telegraph service.