Former Child Guests Reunite with Host Hani Nachmias Decades Later
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Hundreds of former child guests from the Israeli children's show "Hani's Room" reunited with host Hani Nachmias at a nostalgic event in Glilot. The gathering celebrated the show's legacy and anticipated an upcoming performance featuring Nachmias and other children's entertainers. Attendees shared emotional memories, including one woman named after Nachmias who appeared on the show years ago to discuss a family tragedy. Nachmias expressed pride in the successful adults her former guests have become.
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- Approximately 400 former child guests reunited with host Hani Nachmias at a "Hani's Room" event.
- The reunion celebrated the legacy of the Israeli children's show "Hani's Room" after nearly 30 years.
- Attendees included professionals like doctors and lawyers who were guests as children.
- One guest, Hani Bachasan, was named after Nachmias and shared a poignant childhood memory.
- The event preceded an upcoming show, "Motek FOREVER," featuring Nachmias and other entertainers.
Nearly 30 years after its debut, the beloved Israeli children's television show "Hani's Room" held a reunion event at Cinema City Glilot, drawing approximately 400 former child guests. The gathering, held Wednesday, served as a nostalgic trip back in time for those who grew up watching the show, many of whom are now parents themselves, working as doctors, lawyers, and media professionals.
The event was organized in anticipation of the upcoming Hanukkah show "Motek FOREVER," which will feature Nachmias alongside other children's entertainers like Michal Yanai, Miki Mah Nishmiki, Kogumelo, and Kofiko, uniting three generations of Israeli children's television stars.
Maya Sela, now 35 and a resident physician specializing in women's health, recalled her frequent appearances on "Hani's Room" as a child. She described writing numerous letters to secure a spot on the show and cherishes memories of eating chocolate cake with a spoon during her visits. Sela now shares the show's songs with her own children, noting her daughter's recognition of Nachmias from YouTube clips.
Another guest, Hani Bachasan, 32, shared a deeply emotional story. Born in 1994, she was named after Nachmias by her adoring family. Bachasan appeared on the show 23 years ago to recount the tragic story of her sister's drowning. She expressed gratitude for Nachmias's patient and sensitive attention during that difficult time, and the reunion marked a significant moment of closure for her.
Nachmias herself was visibly moved by the outpouring of love and affection from her former guests. She expressed immense pride in seeing how the children she hosted have grown into successful adults in various professions, attributing their achievements not only to the show's content but also to the daily viewing experience and the values it imparted.
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