Anatoli Akerman is an English actor who played a Clown in Dumbo.
Biography[]
At the early age of 6 years old, Anatoli Akerman dared his first steps on stage, imitating his uncle Nathan Silbermann, a Russian comedian-mime artist. Growing up, he studied mime, acting, juggling, tap dance and artistry in circus studios. At the same time, he trained as a sports boxer and participated in Ukrainian championships. Eventually, he was confronted with a choice: become a professional boxer or become a clown. In 1990, he won first prize at the International Mime Festival in Jaffa, and decided to build a lifelong career as a clown.