Elijah was born in New York City. He grew up influenced by his beloved city's sights, sounds and smells. That's where he developed his sharp sense of humor and a keen eye for observing the city's eccentric inhabitants. Being an authentic New Yorker and a son of immigrants, Elijah learned to juggle school, acting, sports, and friends with ease and a genuine smile. He is fluent in Russian and loves to debate professionally and with his parents.