Zion Baruch Celebrates 47th Birthday: From 'What's Related' to Major Business Deals
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Israeli actor and comedian Zion Baruch is celebrating his 47th birthday. Known for the comedy trio "What's Related," Baruch has also pursued careers in art, selling a painting for 50,000 shekels, and co-founded a Japanese restaurant. He was deeply involved in his TV series "Juda" and will reunite with his comedy partners for a new season of "HaYisre'alim" in 2027, in a deal worth 12 million shekels. Baruch is married to actress Yana Yossef and they have three children.
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- Zion Baruch, known for "What's Related," celebrates his 47th birthday.
- His painting sold for 50,000 shekels; he also had a solo art exhibition.
- Baruch co-founded the Japanese restaurant Matsuya, which operated for five years.
- He was heavily involved in creating and producing the TV series "Juda."
- The "What's Related" trio will return for a new "HaYisre'alim" season in 2027.
- The new "HaYisre'alim" season deal with the trio is valued at 12 million shekels.
Israeli actor, comedian, and creator Zion Baruch is celebrating his 47th birthday on Sunday. Initially gaining fame as part of the "What's Related" comedy trio with Asi Israeloff and Shalom Michaelashvili, Baruch has since become a prominent figure in the Israeli entertainment industry. Beyond his successful television and film career, he has explored diverse ventures, some far removed from comedy.
Before his comedy career, Baruch served as a military barber during his army service in Tzrifin. It was during this time he began performing with Israeloff and Michaelashvili, eventually forming the "What's Related" group that achieved widespread success. Baruch, born in Ramla in 1979, also pursued painting as a passion alongside his acting. In 2012, one of his artworks sold for approximately 50,000 shekels at a charity event, and in 2015, he held a solo exhibition titled "My Sister, a Bride." His love for art began in childhood, inspired by his father's carpentry workshop.
Baruch also ventured into the restaurant business, co-founding the Japanese restaurant Matsuya in Ramat Gan in 2013 with jeweler Tzuri Mesika. The restaurant operated for about five years before closing in 2018. A large painting by Baruch was displayed prominently in the restaurant.
His involvement in the television series "Juda," which he created and starred in, extended beyond acting. He contributed to scriptwriting, character and costume design, styled actors' hair, and participated in the editing process with director Meni Yaish.
Fans of "What's Related" will be pleased to know that Baruch, Israeloff, and Michaelashvili are set to return to television with a new season of their sketch show "HaYisre'alim" on Reshet 13 in 2027, nearly two decades after its original run. The deal with the trio is reportedly worth a substantial 12 million shekels.
Despite his busy schedule, Baruch makes an effort to disconnect on Saturdays, turning off his phone to dedicate time to his family. He has mentioned in interviews that he tries to observe Shabbat, refrains from smoking during this time, and that the "What's Related" members do not perform on Saturdays. Baruch is married to actress and model Yana Yossef, and they have three children. He continues to balance acting, creative projects, and personal endeavors, demonstrating a career that extends far beyond his initial comedic roles.