actors

Black-Face, Jewish-Face and Yellow-Face are all wrong

Does Hollywood really think an actor portraying a Jew needs a prosthetic proboscis? Stereotyping Jews is okay? Op-ed.

Actor Ben Kingsley reveals why he stars in so many Holocaust films

'A seed was planted in me that said to me, 'One day I will speak' against antisemitism, actor Ben Kingsley says.

Jewish American film director William Friedkin dies at 87

Friedkin was known for “The French Connection” and “The Exorcist”.

After uproar: Jamie Foxx apologizes to Jewish community over controversial post

Actor Jamie Foxx apologizes to Jewish community after Instagram post perceived to be promoting antisemitism.

Jamie Foxx posts antisemitic tweet

The post was liked by Jennifer Aniston, who later renounced doing so as unintentional.

Jewish-American actor Mark Margolis dies at 83

Margolis, most remembered for his role on “Breaking Bad”, dies after a short illness.

Jewish-American comic Paul Reubens dies at 70

Reubens became famous in the 1980s for playing eccentric man-child Pee-wee Herman.

Actor Alan Arkin dies at 89

Arkin won an Oscar as best supporting actor for the surprise 2006 hit "Little Miss Sunshine.”

Months after going missing: British actor Julian Sands found dead

San Bernardino County Sheriff confirms human remains found were those of the actor who went missing in Southern California in January.

Actor Lance Reddick dead at 60

Actor known for his role in hit TV show "The Wire", dies of natural causes.

'There are no treatments': Actor Bruce Willis diagnosed with untreatable dementia

The diagnosis comes less than a year after the actor retired from acting due to cognitive difficulties.

British actor Julian Sands missing in Southern California mountains

Sands, 65, was first reported missing Friday on a trail on Mt. Baldy. Search and rescue crews continue looking for him.

Hogan’s Heroes actor and Holocaust survivor Robert Clary dies at 96

Celebrated singer and actor best known for role as French Corporal Louis LeBeau on Hogan's Heroes.

Actor Robbie Coltrane dies at 72

Scottish actor was known for playing the half-giant Hagrid in the "Harry Potter" movies.

Famous Israeli actor Nir Levy seriously injured in accident in Tel Aviv

Levy, 54, hit by vehicle while riding his motorcycle and taken to Ichilov Hospital.

'Star Trek' star Nichelle Nichols passes away at 89

Nichelle Nichols, known for her groundbreaking portrayal of Lt. Nyota Uhura in the original “Star Trek” series, dies of natural causes.

Actress Liz Sheridan dies at 93

Sheridan was well-known for her role as Jerry Seinfeld's mother on "Seinfeld" and also appeared on "ALF".

Jewish American comedian Gilbert Gottfried dies at 67

Gottfried was known for his roles in many films as well as the voice of parrot Iago in Disney's "Aladdin."

Jewish American actress Estelle Harris dies at 93

Harris, known for her role as Estelle Costanza on Seinfeld, dies of natural causes two days before 94th birthday.

Bruce Willis calls it quits after announcing rare disease

The legendary actor says he has been diagnosed with a serious brain condition, forcing him to end his career in Hollywood.

Bob Saget died from head trauma, family says

Authorities determine that Jewish-American actor accidentally hit the back of his head, thought nothing of it and went to sleep.

Actor Bob Saget dies at 65

Jewish American actor and comedian, famous for his role in "Full House", found dead in hotel in Orlando.

Actor Sidney Poitier dies at 94

Poitier was the first Black winner of the Oscar for best actor.

4 of Israel's major TV production companies commit to auditioning actors with disabilities

KAN, RESHET, HOT & YES sign pledge committing to a more inclusive selection process for all jobs across the film industry, on & off screen.

Acclaimed Jewish theater actor Antony Sher dies at 72

Celebrated Jewish actor Antony Sher, who was well known on stage and on screen, has died at the age of 72.

Israeli special-forces veteran on Baldwin incident: Live bullets are not allowed on set

Israeli expert who trains actors on using guns on movie sets describes the guidelines actors are required to follow.

Actor Alec Baldwin fatally shoots woman with prop gun

Female crew member dead and another injured following accident involving a prop firearm on movie set.

Will Matthew McConaughey run for Texas governor?

Actor described himself as “more of a folk singin', philosopher, poet-statesman than I am a per-se definitive politician.”

Group of 300 theatergoers protests UK actors union's pro-Palestinian activism

Group delivers letter to union demanding end to pro-Palestinian activism by leaders that led to Jewish members feeling unsafe and resigning.

Candace Owens: Why we shouldn't care about celebrity political opinions

Commentator Candace Owens says there are "Too many people who don't know what they're talking about but cannot seem to close their mouths."

Charles Grodin, Jewish comic actor from ‘The Heartbreak Kid’ and ‘Beethoven,’ dies at 86

Deadpan Jewish comic actor who starred in blockbuster films "Midnight Run", “The Heartbreak Kid”, "Beethoven", dies of bone marrow cancer.

Actor Mark Ruffalo tweets call for sanctions against Israel

Anti-Israel Marvel superhero actor also compares Israel to apartheid-era South Africa.

Actor Lakeith Stanfield moderated a Clubhouse room full of anti-Semitism

Oscar-nominated actor co-moderated Clubhouse room on Louis Farrakhan which featured numerous anti-Semitic tropes and statements.

Israeli actor who contracted COVID-19: This is no joke

Israeli actor Aviv Alush urges his followers on social media to follow the guidelines, wear a mask and not to gather in large numbers.

'The government's stealing our show'

Hundreds demonstrate near Prime Minister's residence in Jerusalem demanding approval of outline for performances in closed halls.

You too, Julie Christie?

Enormous Jeff Goldblum statue erected in London

Statue of star actor in famed 'Jurassic Park' pose placed on bank of the River Thames near London’s famed Tower Bridge.

Trump: Robert De Niro is a 'very low IQ individual'

US Pres. Trump responds to actor Robert De Niro's vile speech.

Star of Israeli children's show suspected of drug offenses

Police investigate star of 'Yuval Hamebulbal' after finding his name in drug dealer's contact list.

Veteran actor Fyvush Finkel dies at 93

Fyvush Finkel, an Emmy Award-winning actor who began his career performing in the Yiddish theater, has died at 93.