Zohar Zalman Strauss (Hebrew: זהר זלמן שטראוס; born 4 March 1972 in Haifa) is an Israeli theater, film, and television actor. Regarded as one of the best performers of his generation in Israel, he is recognized for his versatile work across independent films, television and the stage. He has received numerous accolades, including one Ophir Award and two nominations. A graduate of the University of Leicester and the Yoram Loewenstein Performing Arts Studio, he has appeared in popular television dramas such as
Srugim and
Shtisel (2013 - 2021). He has also had roles in critically-acclaimed films such as
Beaufort (2007),
Lebanon (2009),
Eyes Wide Open (2009) and
The Cakemaker (2017).
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