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0 Culture Politics

What Nobody Said at the Emmys

Suzy Weiss in The Free Press · 15 Sep

Hannah Einbinder's acceptance speech at the Emmys included a controversial call to "free Palestine," expressing her belief that it's her duty as a Jew to distinguish Jewish identity from the state of Israel.

0 Culture Television/Film

Adam Sandler’s Mom Was Sarah Silverman’s Nursery School Teacher

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 30 Jul

Sarah Silverman recently shared a charming anecdote about her nursery school teacher, who happened to be none other than Judy Sandler, Adam Sandler's mother.

0 Television/Film Culture

Dan and Eugene Levy Offer a Lesson in Jewish Last Names at the Emmys

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 16 Sep 2024

Eugene and Dan Levy made history as the first father-son duo to host the Emmys, providing a charming and humorous performance infused with subtle nods to their Jewish heritage.

0 Television/Film Communities

Jewish Father and Son Duo Eugene and Dan Levy Are Hosting the 2024 Emmys

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 19 Aug 2024

Eugene Levy and his son Dan Levy, known for their work on the popular show "Schitts Creek," are set to host the 2024 Emmys together.

0 Television/Film Culture

Rob Reiner uses Yiddish word ‘kokhlefl’ in Emmys tribute to Jewish comedy legend Norman Lear

Philissa Cramer in Forward · 16 Jan 2024

Jewish actor and director Rob Reiner used the Yiddish word "kokhlefl" during the Emmys to pay tribute to Norman Lear, the Jewish creator of pioneering TV comedies who passed away.

0 Television/Film Israel

‘Mrs. Maisel,’ ‘Fleishman,’ Natasha Lyonne among Jewish nominees at strike-delayed Emmys

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 12 Jan 2024

The 2022-23 Emmy Awards, delayed due to Hollywood strikes, will finally take place, with several Jewish nominees vying for prizes.