Chaim Topol
Chaim Topol in April 2015 in Tel Aviv. Photo: AP Photo/Ariel Schalit
April 14, 2023, 8:22 am
Chaim Topol’s family says he had a hidden role — as an operative for Mossad
Widow and children of famed ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ actor tell Haaretz about his exploits to assist the spy agency, using his star status to help out with surveillance operations
By TOI STAFF
Topol as Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof. Photo: Screenshot via Twitter
March 16, 2023, 5:50 am
It’s not goodbye, Tevye
Oscar-nominee, Israel Prize laureate, philanthropist and grumbling milkman, Chaim Topol has passed away. He made the role of Tevye his own and brought such joy to millions around the world. The AJN explores the legacy Topol has left behind.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Actor Chaim Topol plays the role of Tevye in the famous play 'Fiddler on the Roof' in a theatrical production on December 21, 1997. Photo: Flash90
March 9, 2023, 9:23 pm
Chaim Topol, iconic ‘Tevye’ of film and stage, dies at 87
Oscar-nominated actor, an Israel Prize laureate, gained global recognition for his role as the grumbling ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ milkman, whom he played over 3500 times on stage
By AMY SPIRO
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