Actor Itay Turgeman Defends Traditional Gender Roles in Marriage
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Actor Itay Turgeman, a participant in "The Winning Kitchen MKR," discussed his traditional views on marriage, stating his wife stays home while he works. He described their arrangement as an "ancient Jewish model," which he acknowledges might seem "primitive" but that he embraces. Turgeman believes in a clear gendered division of labor, with himself as the "male" suited for external responsibilities.
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- Actor Itay Turgeman explained his traditional gender role views on "The Winning Kitchen MKR."
- Turgeman stated his wife stays home while he works, calling it an "ancient Jewish model."
- He acknowledged their lifestyle might be seen as "a bit primitive" but expressed his approval.
- Turgeman believes men are suited for external responsibilities and women for domestic ones.
- He feels responsible for providing financially and managing household tasks.
Actor Itay Turgeman, known for his participation in the reality show "The Winning Kitchen MKR," shared his views on traditional gender roles within his own marriage. In a preview of an upcoming episode, Turgeman explained that his wife stays at home while he works, a dynamic he believes should continue as long as she is happy and fulfilled.
Turgeman described their approach as following an "ancient Jewish model," admitting it might be considered "a bit primitive" but stating he embraces it. He elaborated on his perception of a clear, gendered division of labor, where he feels responsible for providing financially and managing household tasks like diaper changes and feeding, similar to how one person might lead in a kitchen.
"I am a male, and it suits me to deal with external matters; I am good outside," Turgeman stated, emphasizing his belief in distinct roles for men and women, with himself as the "male" suited for responsibilities outside the home.