Description:
Topol was born on 9 September 1935 in Tel Aviv, Palestine [now Israel]. He was an actor and producer, known for Fiddler on the Roof (1971), Flash Gordon (1980) and For Your Eyes Only (1981). He was married to Galia Topol. He died on 8 March 2023 in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Birthday
September 9, 1935
Born In
Tel Aviv, Palestine [now Israel]
Alternative names
Chaim Topol
, Haim Topol
, Haym Topol
Height
178 cm
Spouse/Ex-
Galia Topol October 23, 1956 - March 8, 2023 (his death)
Parents
Jacob Topol
Trivia
Was on active duty with the Israeli army when he was nominated for an
Oscar for "Fiddler on the Roof" in early 1972. He was granted leave so
he could attend the ceremony in Los Angeles that year.
Quotes
Anyone who ever plays Tevye should be thankful to Zero Mostel. He gave us all room and I know I wouldn't have done the movie without the advantage of a year's rehearsal on stage.
