03 Jun 2026
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Talent Direct Agency Featured Talent - Stan Hristakev
Words From the Talent:
I was born and raised in Bulgaria in a family of musicians. My childhood was split between music and the countryside, where I spent much of my time farming and caring for livestock—experiences that helped shape my character and strong work ethic. Growing up, I developed a deep passion for sports, art, and performance, all of which taught me the value of discipline, teamwork, and resilience.
Soccer played an important role in my life and helped me build friendships wherever I went. After studying Architecture and Building Construction for five years, however, I found myself feeling lost. That was when theatre and art found me.
My dream had always been to live in the United States and study acting, but the journey was far from easy. I first spent two challenging years in Scotland with very little English, where I eventually graduated top of my class in Marketing and Business. Four years later, after volunteering in Ghana, West Africa, I finally made my way to Miami, Florida.
Working with TDA opened the door to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: appearing alongside legendary soccer player Lionel Messi in a Super Bowl LVIII commercial. This experience brought recognition in my home country and led to an invitation to audition for the Bulgarian reality television series DESAFIO Bulgaria Season 6 (Games of Will). My appearance on the show brought wider public attention and created opportunities to connect with audiences, media, and creative communities as I continue pursuing acting and creative projects.