Matchmaker Yaki Reissner Admits Divorce Brought Feelings of Failure
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Matchmaker Yaki Reissner revealed his divorce from his wife Tobi after 27 years, admitting to feelings of failure and that his parents learned of it only days before. The divorce occurred during filming of his show "Wart," causing a two-week production halt. Reissner believes his personal experience with a failed marriage uniquely qualifies him to advise others. He also defended his TV appearance as a way to positively represent the Haredi community, noting the show's popularity even among those without home televisions.
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- Matchmaker Yaki Reissner divorced his wife Tobi after 27 years, citing feelings of failure.
- Reissner's parents learned of the divorce only three days before it was finalized.
- The divorce occurred during filming of his matchmaking show "Wart," halting production for two weeks.
- He believes his failed marriage experience uniquely qualifies him to advise others on relationships.
- Reissner defended his TV show as a positive representation of the Haredi community.
- He is currently focused on self-discovery and not seeking a new relationship.
Yaki Reissner, the matchmaker featured on the show "Wart," has revealed his divorce from his wife Tobi after 27 years of marriage. Reissner shared in an interview that even his closest family members were unaware of the marital issues, with his parents only learning about the impending divorce three days before it was finalized. He described experiencing a profound sense of failure following the separation, attributing it to an inability to make the marriage work and suggesting they might have needed to address issues years earlier.
The divorce occurred during the filming of the matchmaking program he hosts, leading Reissner to halt production for two weeks. Reissner, who also controls the real estate company Reissdor, reflected on his significant personal and financial transformations since marrying at age 19. He noted his journey from earning NIS 3,700 as a warehouse worker to becoming the owner of a public company, acknowledging that such changes inevitably impact a person's life and relationships.
Addressing the question of how a divorced individual can continue to advise others on relationships, Reissner drew a parallel to a businessperson who has experienced a failed venture. He believes his personal experience of a failed marriage provides him with a deeper understanding of relationship challenges, enabling him to better guide others by highlighting potential pitfalls and mistakes.
Reissner also commented on criticism from within the Haredi community regarding his participation in a television program. He views the show as an opportunity for "Kiddush Hashem" (sanctification of God's name) and a chance to present the Haredi community accurately to a wider audience. He stated that the program is widely watched, even by Haredim without televisions at home, citing its popularity on El Al flights as an example, where passengers use the flight time to catch up on episodes.
Regarding his own future relationships, Reissner is currently not seeking a new partner, emphasizing that he is a "fresh divorcee" and is focused on self-discovery. He stated that, like anyone else, he hopes to find a suitable partner but is still learning about himself and what he needs.
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