Actress Sharon Durani Recounts Career Hiatus and Return Attempts
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Actress Sharon Durani, a star of the 1990s Israeli series "Touching the Sky," revealed why she left acting at her peak to raise her family. After her first daughter was born, Durani chose to be a full-time mother, a decision she now cherishes. She later faced rejection when attempting to return to the industry, with some dismissing her acting abilities.
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- Actress Sharon Durani stepped away from her career at its peak to focus on raising her family.
- Durani, a star of the 1990s Israeli series "Touching the Sky," cherished her time as a full-time mother.
- She faced significant rejection when attempting to return to acting after her hiatus.
- Some industry figures told Durani she was "not a good actress" during her return attempts.
- The cast of "Touching the Sky" recently reunited nearly 26 years after the show's debut.
Actress Sharon Durani, known for her role in the hit Israeli series "Touching the Sky," discussed her decision to step away from acting at the height of her career to focus on her family. The series, which first aired nearly 26 years ago, recently saw its cast reunite in January.
Durani, who was considered one of the most famous people in Israel for many years, explained that after giving birth to her first daughter at age 30, she decided to become a full-time mother. She expressed that she has since realized the significance of those years for herself and her daughters.
Following her break, Durani attempted to return to acting but faced significant challenges. She shared in an interview on "Almost Shabbat Shalom" on Keshet 12 that many doors were closed to her, with some people telling her she was "not a good actress" and that "they don't want you."
Despite these setbacks, Durani remains reflective and has expressed a continued desire for personal growth and self-realization, even after her career hiatus.