Ophira Assaig Comments on Maya Betzalel and Kuti Sabag's Reported Rift
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Israeli host Ophira Assaig commented on the reported personal rift between radio hosts Maya Betzalel and Kuti Sabag after Betzalel moved to Keshet 12. Betzalel's final broadcast included a personal farewell to Sabag, despite reports of tension and Sabag blocking her on Instagram. The hosts, who worked together for seven years, parted professionally due to Betzalel's career advancement.
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- Ophira Assaig advised Maya Betzalel and Kuti Sabag to "part on good terms" amid reported personal fallout.
- Maya Betzalel left her Kan Gimel radio show to host a new program on rival Keshet 12.
- Reports claim Kuti Sabag is unhappy with Betzalel's departure and has blocked her on Instagram.
- Betzalel thanked Sabag personally in her final broadcast after seven years of co-hosting.
- The professional split occurred because Betzalel had to choose between her radio show and the new TV role.
Israeli television host Ophira Assaig has weighed in on the reported personal fallout between radio hosts Maya Betzalel and Kuti Sabag, following Betzalel's departure from their shared program on Kan Gimel.
Assaig, who often shares media and entertainment news on her WhatsApp channel, posted about the situation under the heading "Culture of Partings." She described Betzalel as "talented and diligent" and noted that her move from radio to Keshet 12 was "a bit painful" for her long-time radio partner, Sabag. Assaig advised them to "be gracious and part on good terms," humorously citing herself as an example of a "respectful parting," albeit one involving "screams."
Betzalel's final broadcast on Kan Gimel aired on Thursday. Despite reports of tension, she dedicated personal words to Sabag, thanking him for their shared journey, laughter, conversations, and everything they experienced together. The two had co-hosted for seven years, first at Radio Lev HaMedina and later at Kan Gimel with the program "#Hitchelalnu" (We Started). They also appeared together on the Kan 11 program "Mah SheTagidu" (Whatever You Say).
The separation occurred because Betzalel decided to advance her career by moving to Keshet 12, a direct competitor to Kan 11. The Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation did not permit her to continue hosting the joint morning show on Kan Gimel simultaneously, forcing her to choose between the two roles.
However, reports suggest the professional split has also led to a personal crisis. According to Walla! News, Sabag was unhappy with Betzalel's decision to leave their joint program, and the two have stopped speaking. The report further stated that Sabag blocked Betzalel on Instagram, a move that surprised many given their close friendship and professional relationship.
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