Shimen Dzigan was an American actor who is best known for It Will Never Happen Again, Jolly Paupers, and Al Khet. He was born in 1905 in Lódz, Poland, and passed away on April 14, 1980, in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Personal and Family Life
Shimen Dzigan spent part of his early life in the USSR from 1939 to 1948, during which he faced many challenges, including being in a forced labor camp in Tashkent from 1942. After his release, he moved to Poland before settling in Israel in the early 1950s. Throughout his career, he frequently collaborated with his partner Ysrael Szumacher.
Death and Legacy
Shimen Dzigan died on April 14, 1980, in Tel Aviv. His contributions to film and theater have left a lasting impact, and he is remembered for his performances and the joy he brought to audiences. Despite the hardships he faced, his artistic legacy continues to be celebrated.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Freylikhe kabtsonim | 1937-01-02 | |
| It Will Never Happen Again | 1951 | |
| Jolly Paupers | 1937 | |
| Al Khet | 1936 |