Who is Israeli Olympian Yarden Jerby?
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Yarden Jerby is a celebrated Israeli judoka who not only made history by becoming the first Israeli to win a gold medal at the World Judo Championships but also earned a bronze at the Olympics. She later participated in Survivor Israel, where she eschewed the show's typical strategy of manipulation in favor of a genuine and loyal approach, earning her the audience's admiration. Her integrity further shone through when she redirected a fan-driven fundraiser aimed at doubling her prize money to support children with cancer instead of accepting the funds herself.