Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1987-04-08
- Born Place: Sankt Petersburg, Russia
Also Known As:
Матвей Лыков, 馬特維·雷科夫
Matvey Lykov
Matvey Lykov, born on April 8, 1987, in Leningrad (now St. Petersburg), is a notable Russian figure who has achieved success in two distinct fields: fashion and acting. He first rose to international fame as a high-profile male model, working with prestigious fashion houses such as Gucci, for which he had an exclusive contract, and appearing in numerous editorials for magazines like Esquire and Men's Health. His modeling career led him to become one of the most sought-after male models in the world.Transitioning to acting, Lykov has built a filmography that showcases his on-screen presence. He is perhaps best known for his leading role as the dragon Arman in the 2015 Russian fantasy film I Am Dragon. More recently, he has gained recognition for his role as the main antagonist August van der Holt in the film Major Grom: The Game (2024), where he plays a powerful and enigmatic figure. This role marks a significant turn for him, portraying a supervillain within the popular Russian superhero franchise. He has also appeared in other productions, including the TV series Living Life and the film Billion.
