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Dawson's Creek star James Van Der Beek dies at 48 after battle with cancer

In 2024, Van Der Beek announced his colorectal cancer diagnosis after it was discovered during a routine colonoscopy the year before.

James Van Der Beek at 76th Golden Globe Awards, taken January 6, 2019.
Niv Sultan and Maor Schweitzer from Matchmaking 2

Michael Rapaport joins cast of Matchmaking 3, filming in Israel

ACTOR MOHAMMAD BAKRI poses for a picture at the opening ceremony of the Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) in Dubai, December 9, 2009.

Controversial actor, director Mohammad Bakri dies at 72

Cast members Amanda Seyfried and Sydney Sweeney attend a premiere for the film 'The Housemaid' in Los Angeles, California, U.S., December 15, 2025.

Sydney Sweeney stuns in dress designed by Israeli fashion designer Galia Lahav


Actor Liev Schreiber: ‘US aid cuts are exacerbating Ukraine’s suffering’

Speaking via video from NY at a special event hosted by The Genesis Prize Foundation (GPF) in Tel Aviv last week, Schreiber highlighted the devastating impact of reduced international assistance.

US actor, director, screenwriter Liev Schreiber ambassador of UNITED24 fundraising platform, visits the destroyed center of Borodyanka, on August 15, 2022, amid Russian military invasion of Ukraine.

Venice Biennale stages Meister Eckhart's 'Commentary on the Gospel of John'

Directed by Antonello Pocetti, the production explores themes from Eckhart's greatest work over five evenings.

 The Venice Biennale.

Michelle Trachtenberg's Jewish family reportedly declines autopsy for religious reasons

Michelle Trachtenberg’s cause of death remains undetermined due to no autopsy.

 Actress Michelle Trachtenberg arrives for the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington April 25, 2015.

Adam Brody, Adrien Brody nab best actor Critics Choice awards for portraying Jewish characters

The awards ceremony also generated the first known public photos of Brody and actor Adrien Brody together.

 Adam Brody, left, poses with fellow actor Adrien Brody at the 30th Annual Critics Choice Awards in Santa Monica, California, Feb. 7, 2025.

Biography claims James Dean paid ex-lover to hide his sexuality before 'East of Eden' premiere

'The Secret Life of James Dean' details a hidden episode and a disastrous affair that left him feeling sexually exploited.

 James Dean.

Tmuna Theater festival 2024: Bold performances in Tel Aviv

Explore groundbreaking performances at Tmuna Theater Festival 2024, featuring innovative plays, international productions, and thought-provoking exhibitions in Tel Aviv this November.

 ‘DRIVE YOUR Plow Over the Bones of the Dead’ by Nobel Prize winner Olga Tokarczuk.

Her Grace: Remembering “Her Serene Highness” Grace Kelly

Tuesday marked 95 years since the birth of Princess Grace of Monaco, formerly known as Hollywood star Grace Kelly.

 Grace Kelly 1929 – 1982.

Israeli modern classic film ‘Turn Left at the End of the World’ turns 20

The movie was the first Nesher made after returning to Israel following a decade-long stint in Hollywood.

 ‘TURN LEFT at the End of the World.’

Zombies galore at Surround Festival in Tel Aviv

October, a new musical performance by Daniel Sapir and the FTW Orchestra, is a bold attempt to express in music the pain, rage, and sorrow felt after the October 7 terror attack.

 ‘ZOMBIE DRIVE IN’ will be presented at the Surround Festival.

James Earl Jones, voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93

Jones, a longtime sufferer of diabetes, died at his home surrounded by family members, agent Barry McPherson said. No cause of death was provided.

71st Tony Awards – Show – New York City, U.S., 11/06/2017 - James Earl Jones - Tony Lifetime Achievement.