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Ehud Banai, the Legendary IDF Drill Sergeant and 'The Unit' Star, Dies at 76
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First reported by Walla · Jun 19, 2026
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Retired IDF Master Sergeant Ehud Banai died at 76, ending a career that made him a national military icon and a TV personality. He served for decades at Camp 80 and later volunteered in civilian and reserve roles, including during the 2023 Gaza border war. Banai lived in Netanya and was the father of four.
- 01Ehud Banai, the famed Camp 80 discipline officer, died at 76.
- 02He served more than 30 years, shaping generations of IDF recruits.
- 03Future leaders Benny Gantz, Herzi Halevi and Moshe Ya'alon trained under him.
- 04After retirement, he volunteered in police, civil guard and reserve roles.
- 05Banai also became known from 'The Unit' and other television appearances.
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