Israeli Captive Survivor Emily Damari and Influencer Daniel Amit Open Up Before Their Wedding
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
By יונתן ריגר
First reported by N12 · Jul 11, 2026
What happened
Emily Damari, a former captive from Gaza, and social media influencer Daniel Amit, who surprised the public by becoming a couple, are preparing to marry next month. They discuss their relationship's origins, Damari's trauma and recovery, and their decision not to return to their destroyed hometown. Their story reflects resilience and love amid personal and communal challenges.
- 01Emily Damari and Daniel Amit, an influencer, are set to marry next month after revealing their relationship last year.
- 02Their love began despite Amit's previous heterosexual identity and Damari's traumatic captivity in Gaza.
- 03Damari opposes relocating her destroyed hometown's ruins, choosing not to return to Kibbutz Kfar Aza.
- 04Damari documents her recovery in a TV series and copes with PTSD with Amit's support.
- 05The couple navigates daily challenges, including medical treatments and emotional triggers.
- 06Damari advocates internationally about her experience, while Amit manages their wedding plans.
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