Russian names seem to change all the time. Just when you thought youâd gotten used to. Ivan Ivanovich, you suddenly run across Vanya Ivanov, who seems to resemble Ivan. He. could be the same person. Hereâs a quick and very basic guide to Russian names. Each Russian has three names: a first name, a patronymic, and a last name/surname. For. example: Ivan Ivanovich Ivanov.
The advertisements first began appearing in the United States in 2006, with The Most Interesting Man in the World portrayed by American actor Jonathan Goldsmith, and Frontline narrator Will Lyman providing voiceovers.
Most Interesting Man in the World moves on to new cause. Jonathan Goldsmith, left, works on a public service announcement with Jamie Heath of Barre, Vt., Monday, March 28, 2016, at the Make-A-Wish Vermont office in Burlington, Vt.