About Esther Gamlielit
Lived 1919 – 2012 (aged 93). Esther Gamlielit was an Israeli singer and stage actor.
Esther Gamlielit (; 13 March 1919 – 17 September 2012) was an Israeli singer and actress who was popular in the 1930s and 1940s.
Biography
Gamlielit was born on 13 March 1919 in Egypt to Yemenite-Jewish parents who were en route to Palestine. After arriving, they settled in the Neve Tzedek quarter of Tel Aviv and later moved to the Yemenite Quarter.
At 16, she joined the Biblical Ballet, a dance studio mostly consisting of Yemenite Jewish women which blended Yemenite dance steps with biblical themes. Gamlielit later joined Ha-Matate, a satirical theater. While with Matate, she was part of a trio with Shmuel Rodensky and Jacob Timen.
After a performance in Nes Ziyyonah she met Avigdor Yosippon, who was on guard duty. They fell in love and got married one week later.
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Who was Esther Gamlielit?
Israeli singer
When was Esther Gamlielit born?
Esther Gamlielit was born on 13 March 1919 in Egypt.
When did Esther Gamlielit die?
Esther Gamlielit died on 17 October 2012 in Ramat Yishai.
What was Esther Gamlielit's occupation?
Esther Gamlielit was a singer and stage actor.
What nationality was Esther Gamlielit?
Esther Gamlielit was Israeli.
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