Israeli Entertainer Itai Turgeman Reveals Past Million Shekel Debt
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Israeli actor and host Itai Turgeman revealed he returned to his parents' home at age 33 due to a one million shekel bank debt and past struggles with addiction. He is now a father of two and has embraced religious observance, also sharing controversial views on traditional gender roles. Turgeman is married to Talia Mazoze.
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- Actor Itai Turgeman revealed he lived with his parents for three years due to a 1 million shekel bank debt.
- Turgeman discussed his past struggles with alcohol and drug addiction during his acting career.
- He expressed controversial views on traditional gender roles, calling it the "Jewish model."
- Turgeman has undergone a process of religious observance and now works as an emotional coach.
- He is married to Talia Mazoze and they have two children.
Itai Turgeman, a well-known Israeli actor, television host, and emotional coach, recently shared details about a difficult period in his life during an appearance on the reality cooking show 'The Winning Kitchen.' Turgeman, who gained prominence in the late 1990s and is a recipient of the Ophir Award and the Television Academy Award, revealed that at age 33, he had to move back in with his parents due to a significant bank debt of one million shekels. He described working in a beverage warehouse for 350 shekels a day, facing career stagnation, relationship issues, and a suspended driver's license during this challenging time. Turgeman expressed relief at having overcome this period, recounting how his mother had to buy him basic necessities like a public transport card and deodorant.
During the show, Turgeman also openly discussed his past struggles with alcohol and drug addiction, which coincided with his acting career. He shared that alcohol quickly became his close companion, leading to a concerning situation. The entertainer has recently undergone a process of religious observance and spiritual strengthening, and alongside his work in entertainment, he now offers emotional coaching and spiritual guidance rooted in Judaism.
Turgeman also sparked controversy with his views on traditional gender roles within the household. He stated that he works while his wife stays home, a dynamic he described as continuing as long as she is happy and fulfilled, adhering to what he called the "Jewish model." He elaborated that he feels responsible for the family's financial provision, while his wife manages child-rearing responsibilities. Turgeman is married to Talia Mazoze, and they have a son and a daughter, who was born last month.
