Acting
Levon Panek
Levon Panek is an accomplished actor and stunt performer, renowned for his dynamic presence in film and television. He began his academic journey at Bentley University in Waltham, Massachusetts, where he earned a degree in managerial economics and a minor in quantitative perspectives. During his time there, Panek discovered his passion for acting through an elective screenwriting course taught by the esteemed Gerry Speca, who had previously mentored renowned actors such as Ben Affleck, Casey Affleck, and Matt Damon at Cambridge Rindge & Latin.
Recognizing Panek's talent, Speca encouraged him to participate in open auditions, leading to his selection for a bouncer role in the acclaimed film "The Social Network." After a brief hiatus from acting to work as a strength and conditioning coach, Panek made his return to the screen in 2018 with notable roles, including Donald in "Love, Weddings, & Other Disasters" and State Trooper Dennis in the Showtime revival "Dexter: New Blood."
Guided by his coach, Panek expanded his skills into stunts, achieving remarkable success. His stunt work was prominently featured in "American Horror Story" Season 11, where he performed all fight scenes for the Big Daddy character. Panek has also showcased his talent alongside actors like Liam Neeson, Stephen Lang, and Lucas Till. His standout television portrayal includes the character James 'Goliath' Kenneally in episodes 13 and 14 of "Law & Order: Organized Crime" Season 3.
