Israeli Celebrities Reveal Their Voting Preferences Ahead of 2026 Elections
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- Israeli celebrities are revealing their political endorsements for the 2026 elections.
- Support is divided among parties including Likud, Yashar, Bechaim, and Democrats.
- Artists cite leadership, values, and policy as reasons for their choices.
- Many celebrities expressed fear of public political expression due to the current climate.
With the 2026 elections three weeks away, Israeli artists, actors, and television personalities are disclosing their political choices. Amidst a highly polarized political climate, many Israeli artists are hesitant to express their political views publicly, and not all agreed to participate in this survey. Those who did share their preferences also provided reasons for their decisions.
Actress and comedian Yael Poliakov, along with her mother, will vote for the "Yashar" party led by former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot. Actress and comedian Rotem Abuhav previously expressed support for Chili Tropper, who later signed a joint run agreement with Eisenkot, citing Tropper's dedication to the families of the wounded, hostages, and bereaved.
Singer Avi Bitner and psychic entertainer Uri Geller, along with rapper Subliminal, have declared their support for the Likud party. Geller praised Benjamin Netanyahu as a "genius, magician, world leader," while Subliminal called Netanyahu a "great leader" and considered the term "Bibi-ist" to be a slur. Bitner stated that Netanyahu is a wise and noble prime minister and that the opposing side intends to give the country to Palestinians.
Singer Kobi Oz, along with Shlomo Sharf and poet Roni Somek, announced their support for the "Bechaim" party, a joint venture between former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and Leader of the Opposition Yair Lapid. Oz praised Bennett's leadership and Lapid's character, while Somek described himself as a "soldier in the 'Yesh Atid' army," supporting Lapid's leadership.
Actress Orna Banai, former footballer Yaakov Buzaglo, singer Achinoam Nini, director Dana Modan, actresses Esti Zakheim and Limor Goldstein, and author Talma Eligon-Rose will vote for the Democrats party, led by Yair Golan. Buzaglo emphasized the importance of equality, democracy, human rights, and social responsibility, stating, "It's time to stop being ashamed and be proud of our way." Nini lauded the party's candidates as "fighters for justice, equality, and peace," while Modan stated she is voting for the Democrats because "they are people who share the same values with me." Zakheim expressed a desire for a Jewish, democratic, free, and egalitarian state, and Goldstein cited her liberal beliefs, support for universal conscription, and the need for dialogue with neighbors and Arab citizens of Israel.
Former Miss Israel Titi Einau will vote for Avigdor Lieberman's Yisrael Beiteinu party, citing Lieberman's experience and consistency as a leader.
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