Israeli Broadcasting Pioneer Chaim Yavin Laid to Rest at Givat Hashlosha Cemetery

Chaim Yavin, renowned as "Mr. Television" and a foundational figure in Israeli public broadcasting, was laid to rest on July 24, 2026, at Givat Hashlosha Cemetery. Yavin passed away at the age of 93, and his funeral was attended by family members, friends, media professionals, and public figures who came to pay their final respects.

Yavin was a recipient of the Israel Prize for communication and was widely recognized for his decades-long role as the anchor of the "Mabat" news program. He was a prominent voice during many pivotal moments in Israel's history and became one of the most identifiable figures in Israeli media.

The funeral ceremony began at 11:00 AM and included speeches from family, friends, and colleagues who had accompanied Yavin throughout his career. Upon news of his death, Israeli President Isaac Herzog, media representatives, and peers expressed their condolences and highlighted Yavin's significant contributions to the country's public broadcasting landscape. Journalist Yaakov Ahimeir described Yavin's role in Israeli public and political life as difficult to overstate, while the Kan public broadcaster called him a "true cornerstone of Israeli public broadcasting."