Israeli Celebrities Declare Election Preferences Amidst Societal Divisions
Translated & summarized from Ice by baba
Israeli celebrities are publicly announcing their political endorsements ahead of the October 27, 2026 elections, reflecting societal divisions. Media personality Avri Gilad and others support former PM Naftali Bennett, while Yaakov Buzaglo backs Yair Golan. The Buzaglo family itself shows a political split, with Yaakov supporting Golan and his son Maoz and wife Miran backing Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party. These endorsements highlight politics' growing influence in the entertainment sphere.
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- Israeli celebrities are publicly endorsing political candidates and parties ahead of the October 27, 2026 elections.
- Avri Gilad, Kobi Oz, Shlomo Sharf, and Maoz Buchman are supporting former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett.
- Yaakov Buzaglo backs Yair Golan, while his son Maoz and wife Miran support Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party.
- Orna Banai and Yossi Marshek are aligned with Yair Golan's political camp.
- Other celebrities are supporting figures like Moshe Feiglin, Gadi Eisenkot, Avigdor Lieberman, and Yaron Zelicha.
- These endorsements demonstrate the increasing intersection of politics and the entertainment industry in Israel.
As Israel approaches the October 27, 2026 elections, a growing number of artists and entertainment figures are publicly sharing their political endorsements, reflecting the nation's societal divisions. Media personality Avri Gilad, who has shifted his political views over time, announced his intention to vote for former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett. He is joined by Kobi Oz, lead singer of the band Teapacks, former national football team coach Shlomo Sharf, and reality TV star Maoz Buchman, all of whom have expressed support for Bennett.
In contrast, Yaakov Buzaglo, father of the reality TV family "The Buzaglos," has declared his support for Yair Golan, leader of the Democrats party, praising Golan's determination and security leadership. Comedian and actress Orna Banai and actor Yossi Marshek, both identified with the Israeli left, also align with Golan's camp. The article highlights a political split within the Buzaglo family, as Yaakov's son Maoz Buzaglo and his wife Miran support the Likud party, led by Benjamin Netanyahu.
On the right, singers Amir Benayoun, Ofer Levi, and Avi Biton have voiced their support for the Likud. Illusionist Uri Geller is also a declared supporter of Netanyahu. Stand-up comedian Matan Peretz is backing Moshe Feiglin and the Zehut party, citing his belief in personal freedom and free market principles. Actress Yael Poliakov, her mother Shosh Poliakov, and director Naor Zion are supporting Gadi Eisenkot. Former beauty queen Titi Aynau has revealed her support for Avigdor Lieberman, chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu, while actor Uri Gabriel backs Professor Yaron Zelicha, who is known for his fight against the high cost of living and economic centralization.
While these celebrity endorsements do not necessarily predict the general public's voting patterns, they underscore the significant presence of politics within the entertainment world. When well-known figures share their views with large followings, they become integral to public discourse and add another layer to the electoral campaign.
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