Ronit Elkabetz

Ronit Elkabetz was an Israeli-American actress who is best known for her roles in ‘The Band’s Visit’, ‘To Take a Wife’, and ‘Late Marriage’. She was born on November 27, 1964, in Beersheba, Israel, and passed away on April 19, 2016, in Israel due to cancer.

Personal and Family Life

Ronit Elkabetz was the oldest of four children and the only girl in her family. She had two brothers, including the filmmaker Shlomi Elkabetz. She grew up in Kiryat Yam near Haifa and later lived in Paris, France. Ronit married Avner Yashar in 2010 and they had two children together.

Career

Elkabetz began her acting career somewhat unexpectedly at the age of 26 with a significant role in the film ‘Hameyu’ad’ (‘The Appointed’). Over the years, she became known for portraying complex characters in impactful films, including ‘Alila’ and ‘Or (My Treasure)’. She co-wrote and co-directed the critically acclaimed ‘To Take a Wife’ with her brother Shlomi, and they planned to continue their collaboration on a sequel.

Death and Legacy

Ronit Elkabetz passed away on April 19, 2016, after battling cancer. Her legacy lives on through her significant contributions to Israeli cinema, and she is remembered for her powerful performances and artistic vision. She also served as the president of the International Critics’ Week jury at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival, further highlighting her impact on the film industry.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Or 2004-09-09 Ruthie
ביקור התזמורת 2007-09-13 Dina
עלילה 2003-06-06 Ronit
ולקחת לך אישה 2004-06-01 Viviane
Shiva 2008-05-05 Vivianne
La fille du RER 2009-03-18 Judith
Tête de Turc 2010-03-31 Sibel
Cendres et sang 2009-09-09 Judith
French Cinema Mon Amour 2015-07-06 Self
Les Mains Libres 2010-06-16 Barbara
חתונה מאוחרת 2001-10-24 Judith
ציון ואחיו 2009-01-17 Ilana
Zarafa 2012-01-25 Bouboulina (voice)
Origine contrôlée 2001-01-24 Sonia
Mabul 2011-03-10 Miri Roshko
Lo roim alaich 2011-01-06 Lily
גט: המשפט של ויויאן אמסלם 2014-06-25 Viviane Amsalem
Eddie King 1992-01-02
שחור 1994-01-02 Pnina
Tzaleket 1995-01-02
Kalat Hayam 2009-06-10 Osnat ‘Ossi’ Wolf
Sipurim Ktzarim Al Ahava 1997-01-02
מחברות שחורות 2021-07-07 Herself
ז׳ה טם, רונית אלקבץ 2022-07-28 Self
המיועד 1990-03-25 Oshra
Il était une fois… « Le procès de Viviane Amsalem » 2016-11-29 Self
Trepalium 2016-02-11 Nadia
סיפורים לשעת לילה מאוחרת 1987-03-02 רותי
פרשת השבוע 2006-01-28 אליה בן-דוד