Boris Cherniak Explained

Boris Cherniak
Birth Date:12 December 1964
Birth Place:Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union
Nationality:Canadian, US
Website:www.IncredibleBORIS.com - Comedy Hypnotist www.comedywood.com - Comedy Hypnotist www.hypnoti.ca - Motivational Speaker www.ahypnotist.com - Hypnosis Videos
Other Names:The Incredible BORIS, The Amazing BORIS, Boris the Hypnotist

Boris Cherniak (born 12 December 1964) is a Soviet-born Canadian and US based comedian hypnotist and motivational speaker, entertainer, entrepreneur and author that performs internationally.[1]

Cherniak performs under the stage name Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS,[2] sometimes is credited as incredible hypnotist Boris Cherniak, Boris the Hypnotist or The Amazing BORIS.[3]

Early life and education

Cherniak was born in Moscow, Russia, where he lived near the Moscow Circus, and was a regular fixture backstage. Cherniak's family emigrated to Canada when he was 10 years old. He has studied computer programming and psychology at Seneca College, University of Toronto and York University.

Career

On March 10, 2008, Cherniak entertained royalty and global dignitaries at the Women as Global Leaders Conference in Dubai. His performance followed an address by Sarah, Duchess of York and Jane Fonda. Cherniak delivers a strong message of positive thinking along with a humorous performance of mind control.[4]

In June 2011, Cherniak travelled to Kuwait, Qatar and Afghanistan to entertain the troops as part of Operation H.O.T. - Honoring Our Troops that brought food and entertainment to soldiers stationed overseas.[5] [6]

When Operation H.O.T. - Honoring Our Troops returned to Afghanistan and Kuwait in June 2013, Boris was once again asked to join the team along with Chef Charles Carroll, former Notre Dame football coach and ESPN commentator Lou Holtz, celebrity chef Robert Irvine, author Steve Kaplan, comedian Carmen Barton and U2 tribute band, L.A.vation.[5] [7]

On November 15, 2014, Boris Cherniak joined the elite team of inspiring speakers of TED with "I can do anything" Ted talk at TEDxYouth event.[8] On October 19, 2017, Boris continued to inspire with his second talk "Your Emotional Success" Ted talk at TEDx Chatham-Kent.[9]

Cherniak is credited as the inventor of the term "google me", having put it in an online press release on April 13, 2004. He also regularly used it on stage, to describe searching online for his web site using the popular search engine.[10] [11] In December 2011, Cherniak was hired by Google for their company event.[12]

Boris Cherniak owned and operated the Comedywood comedy club chain from 1995-2005 with two locations in Toronto - uptown (Bathurst & Steeles) and downtown (Bloor & Avenue). Comedywood featured top touring comedy and variety acts. [13] [14]

Boris Cherniak is repeatedly named World's Top 30 Motivational Speakers by Global Gurus [15] [16] [17]

In 2023, Boris Cherniak joined the cast of the sensational Las Vegas touring show, HYPROV, with stars of "Who's line is it anyway?".[18]

Cherniak's television appearances showcase the powers of hypnosis via comedy skits as well as showing therapeutic effects.

Television & Movie appearances

Awards

Authorship

Cherniak has written a biographical self-help book: You Can Do Anything: A Guide to Success, Motivation, Passion and Laughter.[52]

You Can Do Anything, published in 2016, discusses the setbacks and comebacks through a show business career,[53] which Boris has narrated as an audiobook and released in 2022.[54]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Internationally acclaimed hypnotherapist and a comedian - Web site: Boris The Hypnotist . 2007-10-15 . https://web.archive.org/web/20071014110917/http://newyorkcool.com/archives/2007/October/comedy-matters.html . 2007-10-14 . dead .
  2. Web site: Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS Bio . 2022-05-02 .
  3. Web site: Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS is Boris Cherniak . . 2007-10-15 .
  4. Web site: Incredible BORIS - World renowned master of mind control, Hypnotist . 2007-03-25 .
  5. Web site: Hypnotist Incredible BORIS credits and notable appearances . 2022-05-02 .
  6. Web site: Hypnotist Incredible BORIS in Operation H.O.T. - Honoring Our Troops . 2011-07-04 .
  7. Web site: Hypnotist Incredible BORIS in Operation H.O.T. - Honoring Our Troops 2nd Deployment . 17 June 2013 . 2014-05-14 .
  8. Web site: Hypnotist Incredible BORIS Cherniak inspires as part of TEDxYouth . 2014-11-16 .
  9. Web site: Hypnotist Incredible BORIS Cherniak talk Your Emotional Success . 2017-10-20 .
  10. Web site: Incredible BORIS says GOOGLE ME . https://web.archive.org/web/20041027120051/http://www.prweb.com/releases/2004/4/prweb117981.htm . dead . October 27, 2004 . 2011-03-05 .
  11. Web site: An Interview with Comedy Hypnotist The Incredible Boris . 2011-03-05 .
  12. Web site: Hypnotist Incredible BORIS show schedule . 2012-01-24 .
  13. Web site: The Doo Wops performing No Gino No Cry at the Comedywood in Toronto . 2024-05-14 .
  14. Web site: Comedywood Club Venue Pictures . 2024-05-14 .
  15. Web site: Boris Cherniak named #23 - World's Top 30 Motivational Speakers for 2018 - Global Gurus . 2019-02-25 .
  16. Web site: Boris Cherniak named #17 - World's Top 30 Motivational Speakers for 2019 - Global Gurus . 2019-03-15 .
  17. Web site: Boris Cherniak named #16 - World's Top 30 Motivational Speakers for 2021 - Global Gurus . 2021-04-05 .
  18. Web site: Join Raue Center for Colin Mochrie's HYPROV: Improv Under Hypnosis! . 25 September 2023 . 2023-11-21 .
  19. Web site: clip of Boris on the Howie Mandel Show . 2007-10-22 .
  20. Web site: October 2007 Comedy Matters Written and Photographed by Jeffrey Gurian . 2007-10-22 . https://web.archive.org/web/20071028195054/http://www.newyorkcool.com/archives/2007/October/comedy-matters.html . 2007-10-28 . dead .
  21. Web site: Can You Save Me? I Am Terrified of Cotton Balls and Frogs! . . 2007-10-15 .
  22. Web site: Boris the Hypnotist Incredible . . 2007-10-15 .
  23. Web site: Episode 108 - "Legalistically Speaking" . 2007-10-15 . https://web.archive.org/web/20070827212228/http://www.outtherewithmelissa.com/videoclips.html . 2007-08-27.
  24. Web site: Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS . . 2007-10-15 .
  25. Web site: The Hypnotist Incredible BORIS on The Vegas Show . https://web.archive.org/web/20121014142617/http://www.prweb.com/releases/2004/06/prweb132058.htm . dead . October 14, 2012 . 2011-05-03 .
  26. Web site: Hypnotist Boris Cherniak stops by to hypnotize Robert and members of the audience . 2017-04-30 .
  27. Web site: The Robert Irvine Show Episode guide - Legendary hypnotist Boris Cherniak hypnotizes Robert's staff and audience members making them do hilarious things! . 2019-04-26 .
  28. Web site: You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah - Full Cast & Crew . . 2023-11-21 .
  29. Web site: 2023 Global Gurus Top 30 Motivational Speakers . 2023-04-20 .
  30. Web site: 2022 Global Gurus Top 30 Motivational Speakers . 2022-12-01 .
  31. Web site: 2021 Best Global Trainers . 2021-05-17 .
  32. Web site: 2021 Global Gurus Top 30 Motivational Speakers . 2021-04-05 .
  33. Web site: Best Comedy Hypnotist 2020 - Canada . 2021-04-05 .
  34. Web site: 2020 Global Gurus Top 30 Motivational Speakers . 2020-02-11 .
  35. Web site: 2019 Global Gurus Top 30 Motivational Speakers . 2019-03-15 .
  36. Web site: 2018 Global Gurus Top 30 Motivational Speakers . 2018-12-05 .
  37. Web site: 2018 APCA Hypnotist of the Year . 2018-12-05 .
  38. Web site: Hypnotist Incredible BORIS Winner Ontario / Quebec Entertainer of the Year . 2018-01-15 .
  39. Web site: Hypnotist Incredible BORIS Entertainer of the Year and Best Corporate Team Building Event Nominee . 2017-03-31 .
  40. Web site: Hypnotist Incredible BORIS Favorite Entertainment or Entertainer Nominee . 2017-03-31 . https://web.archive.org/web/20170401144001/http://live.canadianspecialevents.com/cse-live--about-readers-choice-awards.html . 2017-04-01 . dead .
  41. Web site: Hypnotist Incredible BORIS Entertainer of the Year Nominee . 2016-04-15 .
  42. Web site: Hypnotist Incredible BORIS Entertainer of the Year Nominee . 2015-04-22 . https://web.archive.org/web/20150430045129/http://live.canadianspecialevents.com/and-the-nominees-are/ . 2015-04-30 . dead .
  43. Web site: Hypnotist Incredible BORIS Event Company of the Year Nominee . 2014-09-23 .
  44. Web site: Hypnotist Incredible BORIS Named 2012 Entertainer of the Year by Canadian Special Events Magazine . 2012-04-24 . https://web.archive.org/web/20120406051340/http://canadianspecialevents.com/2012-star-awards-winner/ . 2012-04-06 . dead .
  45. Web site: Hypnotist Incredible BORIS receives a Commendation from the City of Houston . 2012-04-24 . https://web.archive.org/web/20130512035942/http://www.comedywood.com/References/Houston%20Commends.pdf . 2013-05-12 . dead .
  46. Web site: Hypnotist Incredible BORIS Named 2009 Entertainer of the Year . https://web.archive.org/web/20121013135730/http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/04/prweb2317554.htm . dead . October 13, 2012 . 2011-03-04 .
  47. Web site: Canadian Comedy Award - One Person Show Nominee . 2011-03-04 .
  48. Web site: 2010 Canadian Comedy Award Nominees . 2011-03-04 . https://web.archive.org/web/20160304025922/http://www.canadiancomedy.ca/media/releases/1277308800.pdf . 2016-03-04 . dead .
  49. Web site: Hypnotist gets award nod . 2011-03-04 .
  50. Web site: Nominees 2011 Entertainer of the Year - Solo - Event Solutions Spotlight Awards . 2011-03-04 .
  51. Web site: Nominees 2011 Entertainer of the Year - 14th Annual Star Awards . 2011-03-25 . https://web.archive.org/web/20110307060436/http://canadianspecialevents.com/?page_id=1397 . 2011-03-07 . dead .
  52. Book: March 2016. You Can Do Anything: A Guide to Success, Motivation, Passion and Laughter - Boris Cherniak. 9780968799444. Cherniak. Boris. Boris Cherniak.
  53. Cherniak, B (2016) You Can Do Anything Publisher: IB (Incredible Books)
  54. Web site: You Can Do Anything . Amazon . 2022-05-02 .