Judith Ravitz Responds to Right-Wing Social Media Activity, Netanyahu Praises Her Support
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Israeli singer Judith Ravitz has drawn attention for her right-wing social media activity, which she defended in a recent interview. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly thanked her for her support. Ravitz is experiencing a career resurgence in 2024 with reunion shows, a new album, and a viral duet.
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- Singer Judith Ravitz defended her right-wing social media activity in an interview.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly thanked Ravitz for her support.
- Ravitz's recent duet with Gidi Gov has become a viral hit.
- The singer is also celebrating a career resurgence with reunion shows and a new album.
- Ravitz stated she is "in reality, not on the political map."
Legendary Israeli singer and songwriter Judith Ravitz has found herself at the center of a public discussion unrelated to her artistic work. In recent weeks, many social media users noticed Ravitz sharing and liking posts identified with the Israeli right-wing, including political content expressing right-wing views on the country's complex situation. In an interview on the program "Ha'Tzinor" (Reshet 13), Ravitz addressed the media attention surrounding her social media activity, stating, "Great, a nice discussion. Perfectly fine. This discussion is not false, so you got your answers." She affirmed her actions, saying, "I am an artist, I give likes, I share. There you can find the answers you want. I am aware of the actions I am taking. This is my private account, I do it with full responsibility. I am in reality, I am not on the political map."
The singer's actions and her response have garnered significant attention, including a public statement from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Netanyahu posted on social media, "I really appreciate Judith Ravitz's support. Thank you very much." Ravitz's career has seen a resurgence in 2024, marked by reunion performances of "Ha'Keves Ha'Shisha Asar" (The Sixteenth Lamb), receiving an honorary doctorate from Ben-Gurion University, and releasing her new album "Ani Mishem" (I Am From There). The album features 13 tracks, including new songs, re-recordings, instrumental pieces, and songs she composed for others. Ravitz, considered one of Israel's most important and influential musicians, first gained prominence in 1977 with her performance of "Slichot" at the Song Festival. She later participated in the band "Shesh" and the show "Eretz Tropa Yafa," provided backing vocals for "Atzmech," and became a central figure in "Ha'Keves Ha'Shisha Asar" (1978) and the acclaimed album "Baa Me'Ahava" (1987), solidifying her status as a leading solo artist in Israel. Her recent duet with Gidi Gov on the song "Baa Me'Ahava" has also gone viral on social media.
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