Israeli Politicians' Surprising Past Lives Revealed Ahead of Elections
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
Ahead of elections, Israeli politicians' past lives are being revealed, including Avigdor Lieberman's time as a nightclub bouncer and Gideon Saar's failure to get a driver's license. Itamar Ben-Gvir auditioned for "Festigal" as a child, while Yariv Levin had Menachem Begin as his godfather. Yair Lapid wears black due to colorblindness, and Benjamin and Sara Netanyahu had a small, private wedding.
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- Avigdor Lieberman worked as a bouncer at a Jerusalem nightclub in the 1980s.
- Gideon Saar failed all four of his driving tests and never got a license.
- Itamar Ben-Gvir was rejected from "Festigal" auditions for being "too shy" at age 12.
- Yariv Levin had former Prime Minister Menachem Begin as his godfather.
- Yair Lapid wears black clothing because he is colorblind.
- Benjamin and Sara Netanyahu had a private wedding with only 25 guests.
As elections approach, a look back at the personal histories of prominent Israeli politicians reveals unexpected facets of their lives beyond the political arena. These anecdotes offer a glimpse into their younger years and lesser-known experiences.
Avigdor Lieberman, before entering national politics and serving as a minister, worked as a bouncer at a Jerusalem nightclub called "12 and a Half" in the 1980s. His role involved deciding who was allowed into the venue.
Gideon Saar, who has held multiple ministerial positions including Education, Interior, Justice, and Foreign Affairs, never obtained a driver's license. He failed all four driving tests he took and ultimately decided to forgo obtaining a license.
Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir auditioned for the children's entertainment show "Festigal" at age 12, passing the initial stages. He was eliminated in the third round, with judges citing him as "too shy."
Yariv Levin, the current Minister of Justice, had former Prime Minister Menachem Begin as his godfather at his circumcision ceremony. Levin's family has strong ties to the Herut movement, predating his political career.
Former Prime Minister Yair Lapid, who is colorblind, often wears black clothing to avoid confusion between colors. This simplifies his morning routine when choosing outfits.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara had a private wedding with only 25 guests, far from the public eye. Some attendees reportedly mistook the event for his father's birthday celebration. The catering was handled by Netanyahu's mother, and Rabbi Israel Meir Lau officiated the ceremony.
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