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How the iconic Barbara Walters led the charge against antisemitism and social injustice (sometimes)
31 Dec 2022
Barbara Walters, who passed away at 93, holds a significant place in media history as the first Jewish and female co-host of an American news program, showca...
31 Dec 2022
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'He was not even a Jew or a person; he was a force' — Sid Caesar at 100
7 Sep 2022
The centenary of Sid Caesar's birth presents an opportunity to reflect on how his Jewish heritage influenced his comedic style, despite the apparent lack of ...
7 Sep 2022
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The Jewish musicals that Oscar Hammerstein never got to do
29 Jun 2022
Oscar Hammerstein II, known for pioneering the modern Broadway musical alongside Jewish composers like Richard Rodgers, had a complex relationship with his J...
29 Jun 2022
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A giant of acting forever changed by the German occupation of his homeland
18 Jun 2022
Jean-Louis Trintignant, the celebrated French actor who passed away at 91, left a complex legacy interwoven with the experiences of Jewish colleagues and Fra...
18 Jun 2022
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As we mourn Alex Trebek, we honor the Jewish history of ‘Jeopardy’
9 Nov 2020
As the world mourns the loss of Alex Trebek, the beloved host of Jeopardy!, this reflection by Benjamin Ivry honors the show's deep connections with Jewish c...
9 Nov 2020