Israeli actors died at age 79

Here are 1 famous actors from Israel died at 79:

Avraham Heffner

Avraham Heffner (May 7, 1935 Haifa-September 19, 2014 Tel Aviv) also known as Avram Heffner or Avram Hefner was an Israeli screenwriter, author, film director, professor, writer and actor.

Heffner was one of the most prominent figures in Israeli cinema and television. He was a professor of film studies at Tel Aviv University and the head of the film department at the Bezalel Academy of Art and Design in Jerusalem. Heffner also served as a judge for the Israel Prize in Film and Television, an annual award given to outstanding individuals or groups in the industry. He wrote and directed several successful films, including "Hill 24 Doesn't Answer" (1955), which was the first Israeli film to be nominated for an Academy Award. He was also the author of several books, including a memoir about his experience in the Israeli army. In addition, Heffner was an accomplished actor, appearing in several films and television shows throughout his career. He was known for his dedication to promoting Israeli culture and was a beloved figure in the Israeli film community.

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