Bar Belfer, Star of 'Someone to Run With,' Dies at 37
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Israeli media personality and actress Bar Belfer, who starred in the film "Someone to Run With," died at age 37. She gained fame for her role in the 2006 film based on David Grossman's novel, earning an Ophir Award nomination. After a severe car accident in 2010 that left her in a coma, she recovered and pursued a career in journalism and academia. Belfer worked for Galei Tzahal, Channel 12, and Kan, and is survived by her partner and daughter.
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- Actress and journalist Bar Belfer, known for "Someone to Run With," died at 37.
- Belfer was nominated for an Ophir Award for her role in the 2006 film.
- She survived a severe car accident in 2010 that led to a coma.
- Belfer had a career in journalism at Galei Tzahal, Channel 12, and Kan.
- She was pursuing a master's degree at Tel Aviv University.
- Belfer is survived by her partner and daughter.
Media personality and star of the film "Someone to Run With," Bar Belfer, has passed away at the age of 37. Born in Ramat Hasharon on January 26, 1989, Belfer was an Israeli actress, journalist, and media professional.
Belfer rose to public prominence when she was cast in the lead role of Tamar in the 2006 film "Someone to Run With," based on David Grossman's acclaimed novel. Her portrayal of the musical young woman searching for her brother and getting caught in a dangerous plot earned her widespread praise and an Ophir Award nomination for Best Actress.
In 2010, Belfer was severely injured in a car accident and fell into a coma. Following a long, inspiring, and complex rehabilitation process, she recovered and shifted her professional focus to media and academia. Belfer held a bachelor's degree in philosophy and graduated from Tel Aviv University's Film and Television School. She was pursuing a master's degree in the Interdisciplinary Arts program at Tel Aviv University.
Her journalism career began as a news reporter and editor for Galei Tzahal (Army Radio). She later took on editing and writing roles at leading Israeli news organizations, including Channel 12's news division and the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation (Kan).
She is survived by her partner and daughter.
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