Veteran Actor Shlomo Baraba Departs Iconic Israeli Show 'Zehu Ze!'
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Veteran actor Shlomo Baraba is leaving the iconic Israeli television show "Zehu Ze!" after decades with the program, citing a desire to pursue new projects due to a heavy workload. The show, which began in 1978, saw a successful return in 2020 during the pandemic. Baraba's departure was met with well wishes from the network, which plans to continue the show with new talent.
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- Actor Shlomo Baraba is leaving the Israeli TV show "Zehu Ze!" after a long tenure.
- Baraba cited a desire to pursue new projects and manage his workload as reasons for his departure.
- "Zehu Ze!" is a culturally significant Israeli program that began in 1978.
- The show made a successful comeback in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Baraba's core castmates include Muni Moshonuv, Gidi Gov, Dov Glickman, and Avi Kushnir.
- The show and its cast have received multiple lifetime achievement awards and honors.
Veteran Israeli actor Shlomo Baraba has announced his departure from the long-running television program "Zehu Ze!" (This is It!), a show that has been a significant part of his career since 1978. Baraba cited a desire to pursue new projects and fulfill a personal promise to himself on his 76th birthday to dedicate time to new endeavors, which he felt was hindered by his workload on the show. "Zehu Ze!" is considered a cultural touchstone in Israel, beginning its run on the Educational Television in 1978 and later returning to "Kan 11" in 2020. The show is known for its iconic characters, including Baraba's portrayal of "Yatsak," and its timely satire. The core cast, often referred to as a "cultural symbol," includes Baraba, Muni Moshonuv, Gidi Gov, Dov Glickman, and Avi Kushnir. The group achieved a notable comeback in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, with their "emergency" broadcasts intended to boost national morale evolving into successful seasons of sharp satire and musical performances. The show and its cast have received numerous accolades, including lifetime achievement awards from AMI (Association of Israeli Artists) in 2021 and the Israeli Film and Television Academy in 2022, as well as honorary doctorates from Bar-Ilan University in 2023. A spokesperson for "Kan 11" expressed affection and support for Baraba, wishing him success in his future projects and acknowledging his departure with regret. The network stated that the show will continue to evolve with new talented actors joining the cast for the upcoming season.
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