Tsahi Halevi is an Israeli film & television actor, singer, and songwriter. He is known for playing the role of Naor in the Hebrew TV series ‘Fauda’ (2015), which later streamed on Netflix.
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Wiki/Biography
Tsahi Halevi aka Tzachi Halevy [1]The Jerusalem Post was born on Wednesday, 12 March 1975 (age 48 years; as of 2023) in Petah Tikva, Israel. His zodiac sign is Pisces.
Tsahi Halevi’s childhood picture
He did his schooling at Athénée Ganenou, Petah Tikva. In the late 1990s, Halevy shifted to Tel Aviv.
Physical Appearance
[2]KP Talent Management Height: 5′ 11″
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Brown
Family
He belongs to a Sephardic Jewish family. [3]Mako
Parents & Siblings
His father, an eighth generation Sabra, works in the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office. His mother is a Moroccan Jewish. His sister, Maya Levi (Halevi), works as a product portfolio manager at Kornit Digital Ltd, Israel.
Tsahi Halevi with his parents
Tsahi Halevi and his sister
Wife & Children
Una Holbrook
At a young age, he married the Israeli dancer Una Holbrook, who owns a dance academy in Tel Aviv. They have a son together named Dean (Thean) Halevi. Later, the couple got divorced.
Tsahi Halevi with his sons
Lucy Aharish
On 10 October 2018, he got married to Lucy Aharish, an Arab-Israeli news anchor, reporter, television host, and actress. The couple exchanged their vows in an intimate ceremony at Elik’s Ranch, situated to the southwest of Hadera. They dated for around four years, before exchanging the rings. However, they kept their relationship a secret as they had a fear of opposition from people due to their different religions. Soon after they announced their marriage in 2018, he received criticism for marrying a Muslim girl as Israel does not recognise inter-faith marriages. In March 2021, the couple was blessed with a boy named Adam Aharish Halevi. [4]Middle East Monitor
Tsahi Halevi with his second wife and son
Career
Musician
In 1999, he became a part of a dance group called the Mayumana Troupe. The group is known for their performances that combine dance, songs, and percussion, creating an exciting and dynamic show. He then teamed up with David Broza for a stage show named ‘Bhontos’. They performed together for three years, and during this time, they even worked on a new version of the popular song “Underneath the Sky.”
Tsahi Halevi performing live on stage
In 2004, he recorded an album in English. Later, while in Paris, he collaborated with a French DJ named Philippe Zdar, who was the founder of a well-known electronic group named “Cassius.” Afterwards, he formed a larger music group back in Israel, consisting of ten musicians. This group primarily performed songs in English, and a couple of their songs even got played on a radio show. Since then, Tzachi Halevi has collaborated with various music groups like Vision, Groove Redemption, and WALAKATA. In 2012, he participated in the TV dance reality show ‘The Voice Israel’ under his mentor Shlomi Shabat. He was one of the finalists in the show.
The Voice Israel
Soon after the show, he started working on his first music album “Kivvunim” (Directions) which was released in the same year. In 2014, he worked with Idan Raichel on a French song “Petit Roi.” He then released a song titled “Tamali Ma’aek” (2015), which was his version of an Arabic song which he sang while filming the Hebrew web series ‘Fauda.’ In 2020, he won the first season of the international music reality game show ‘The Masked Singer,’ which aired on Channel 12 in Israel. He was dressed up as a rooster in the show.
Tsahi Halevi in The Masked Singer
Theatre Artist
In 2012, he started working as an actor in the theatre plays at Habima Theatre and Haifa Theatre. Soon, he started gaining popularity with his theatre plays.
Film
Hebrew
In 2013, he made his Hebrew film debut with ‘Bethlehem’ in which he played the role of Razi.
Bethlehem
He has acted in various Hebrew films like ‘The Kind Words’ (2015), ‘Damascus Cover’ (2017), ‘Mary Magdalene’ (2018), ‘Mossad’ (2019), and ‘Laila in Haifa’ (2020).
Mossad
Hindi
In 2023, he made his debut in Bollywood with the film ‘Akelli’ (2023). He played the role of Assad in the film.
Poster of the film ‘Akelli’
TV
He has appeared in various Hebrew TV dramas like ‘Bnei Aruba’ (2013), ‘Betoolot’ (2014), ‘Fauda’ (2015), ‘HaAchayot HaMutzlachot Sheli’ (2016), ‘Full Moon’ (2017), and ‘Kapningen’ (2023).
Fauda
Short Videos
Halevi has also acted in a few Hebrew short videos like ‘Cracks’ (2017), ‘Domino Street’ (2017), ‘Neither Shore Nor Dove’ (2018), ‘Terror’ (2018), and ‘A Brush With Death’ (2022).
Terror
Other Work
In 2015, he appeared in the English-Hebrew TV mini-series ‘Dig.’
Dig
Halevi is not only known for his performances but also for being a co-owner of the “8 mm Piano Bar.” This place is a concert bar located in the Florentine neighbourhood of Tel Aviv.
Awards
- 2013: Israeli Film Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for the film Bethlehem
- 2014: Asian Film Critics Association Award for Best Actor for the film Bethlehem
- 2022: Independent Shorts Award (Platinum Award) for Best Ensemble for the short film A Brush with Death
- 2023: 48 Film Competition, Los Angeles Award for the short film A Brush with Death
- 2023: Accolade Competition (Award of Merit) for the short film A Brush with Death
- 2023: IndieX Film Festival for Best Ensemble Cast for the short film A Brush with Death
- 2023: American Golden Picture International Film Festival (Honourable Mention) for Best Lead Actor for the short film A Brush with Death
Tattoo
On his right forearm- A rose tattoo
Tsahi Halevi’a matching tattoo with his elder son
Facts/Trivia
- His name is also spelt as Tzahi Halevi. [5]Instagram – Tsahi Halevi
- From a young age, his passion for music was evident as he enthusiastically played the clarinet and guitar, grabbing every opportunity to sing.
- On reaching the age of mandatory military service in Israel, he joined the fabled Shimshon unit, where he initially served as a team commander. His dedication and leadership skills eventually led to his role as an officer in the Dovdvan patrol. During his tenure in the military, he found himself as a lone soldier, separated from the support of family and friends. Remarkably, he was selected for international assignments, representing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Association for the Soldier. His duty involved providing lectures and insights to American students. He spent a total of four years in service, earning the rank of an officer during the 1990s. His deployments encompassed Gaza and the West Bank, demanding his engagement in challenging environments. This experience granted him a unique vantage point to harness his proficiency in Arabic, enabling him to engage with the local populace and gain insights into the political sentiments prevailing within Palestinian territories. [6]Mako
- Before he turned 18, he had already resided in five different countries i.e., Israel, Denmark, Italy, Egypt, and Belgium.
- He is well-versed in various languages like Hebrew, English, Arabic, Spanish, and French.
- He can play various musical instruments like guitar and drum.
- Tshai has played various sports like basketball, soccer, tennis, and swimming. He also practices martial arts and capoeira (Afro-Brazilian martial art).
- In his leisure time, he loves to travel and listen to music.
Tsahi Halevi during his vacation
- He has been featured on the cover of various Israeli magazines.
Tsahi Halevi featured on the cover of a magazine
- He is a dog lover and owns a pet dog named Mellow.
Tsahi Halevi with his pet dog
- Tsahi is often spotted consuming alcohol at parties and events.
Tsahi Halevi holding a glass of alcohol
- Tsahi Halevi joined the Israeli army during the 2023 Israel–Hamas war. [7]The Times of India According to reports, he was posted to the northern region of Israel. [8]The Free Press Journal
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