Israeli actors died in 2014

Here are 3 famous actors from Israel died in 2014:

Menahem Golan

Menahem Golan (May 31, 1929 Tiberias-August 8, 2014 Jaffa) also known as Joseph Goldman, Menachem Golam, Menachem Golan or Menahem Globus was an Israeli film director, film producer, screenwriter, actor and writer.

Golan was a prolific filmmaker who directed and produced over 200 movies throughout his career. He co-founded The Cannon Group, Inc. with his cousin, Yoram Globus, and together they produced a number of successful films, including "Missing in Action," "Breakin'," and "Delta Force." In addition to his film work, Golan was a published author and also served in the Israeli army during the 1948 Arab-Israeli War. He received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Israeli Film Academy in 1983 and was awarded the Ophir Award for Best Director in 1984 for his film "Street Player." Despite some controversy surrounding his methods and business practices, Menahem Golan remains a notable figure in the film industry, recognized for his contributions to Israeli and international cinema.

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Assi Dayan

Assi Dayan (November 23, 1945 Nahalal-May 1, 2014 Tel Aviv) a.k.a. Assaf Dayan or Asaf Dayan was an Israeli actor, film director, screenwriter and film producer. His children are called Avner Dayan, Amalia Dayan, Lior Dayan and Assia Neumann Dayan.

Assi Dayan was born in Nahalal, Israel, to parents Moshe Dayan and Ruth Dayan, both of them prominent figures in the development of the Israeli state. Assi began his acting career in the 1960s, appearing in various films and television shows both in Israel and abroad. He gained critical acclaim for his portrayal of a soldier suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder in the 1970 film "The House on Chelouche Street".

In addition to acting, Dayan also wrote and directed numerous films, including "Life According to Agfa" and "Drifting". He was awarded the Israeli Academy Award for Best Actor, Best Screenplay and Best Director throughout his career.

Dayan was also known for his activism and outspokenness, particularly in his criticism of the Israeli government and its policies towards Palestinians. He was a vocal supporter of the Israeli peace movement and was involved in several initiatives aimed at promoting dialogue and understanding between Israelis and Palestinians.

Assi Dayan passed away in 2014 at the age of 68, leaving behind a rich legacy in Israeli cinema and a commitment to social justice that continues to inspire many today.

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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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