Samara Sone

Samara Sone is a writer, editor, social media manager and content creator living in Tel Aviv with her husband and son. Raised as a proud Canadian Jew in Toronto, she has worked for many Israeli and Jewish organizations including Yedioth Aharonot and Bnei Akiva. She received a BA in Communications from Reichman University in Herzliya.

Streisand’s influence extends beyond her artistic achievements, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry and Jewish community.

Comedian Tiffany Haddish’s Jewish background

Haddish discovered her Jewish heritage at age 27 and has since developed a profound connection to her faith.

Montana Tucker’s yellow ribbon for Israeli hostages at the Grammy Awards and Jewish background

The singer and social media influencer made a statement at the 2024 Grammys by wearing a giant yellow ribbon reading “Bring Them Home.”

Michael Rapaport’s Jewish background

The actor posts daily messages of solidarity with the Jewish state on social media and visited Israel in December.

Unpacking Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Jewish roots

Ruth Bader Ginsburg often reflected on the influence of her Jewish heritage on her career, emphasizing the Jewish tradition’s demand for justice.

Why are several countries suspending funding for UNRWA?

As the fallout from the allegations made international headlines, a debate emerged over whether the 12 employees who participated in the Oct. 7 attacks are reflective of a broader problem at UNRWA.

Is Joey King Jewish?

The actress is starring in “We Were the Lucky Ones,” an upcoming Hulu miniseries about a Jewish family from Poland during World War II.

Is Bernie Sanders Jewish?

Sanders has said that being Jewish and his family’s experience in the Holocaust shaped his progressive political views.

Is Noah Schnapp Jewish?

Schnapp had his bar mitzvah in Israel and has played Jewish characters in his career.

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