Yael Bar Uncle Reads Daughter's Tearful Letter at Grave of Oct. 7 Victim

Israeli actress and TV personality Yael Bar the uncle read a farewell letter written by her 11-year-old daughter, Lia, at the grave of Eli Baram, who was killed in the Nova music festival massacre on October 7. The ceremony marked three years since Baram's murder. Baram was the nephew of the uncle. Bar the uncle shared a video of the memorial on social media, three years after posting a poignant message following the massacre. The video shows Bar the uncle standing at the flower-covered grave with a microphone, surrounded by family members struggling to hold back tears. She explained in the accompanying caption that Lia wanted to attend the memorial but, as a cemetery is not an easy place for children, Bar the uncle suggested Lia write a letter to Eli, which she would read on her behalf. In the letter, Lia expressed pride in Eli, stating he was a source of inspiration and a permanent part of the family. She also shared her regret over not fully appreciating their last moments together and wished he would continue to guide her. The letter concluded with Lia's certainty that Eli was still with her. Yael Bar the uncle had previously posted about the tragedy days after the attack.