Chaim Topol

Born: 1935-09-09

Birthplace: Tel Aviv, Israel

Biography

Chaim Topol (September 9, 1935 - March 8, 2023), often billed simply as Topol, was an Israeli theatrical and film performer, singer and illustrator. He is best known for his portrayal of Tevye, the lead role in the stage musical Fiddler on the Roof and the 1971 film adaptation, performing this role more than 3,500 times from 1967 through 2009.

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Known For

For Your Eyes Only
Flash Gordon
Fiddler on the Roof
Follow Me!
Cast a Giant Shadow
Life After Flash
Galileo
The House on Garibaldi Street
Before Winter Comes
Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles

Top Movie Credits

For Your Eyes Only Milos Columbo
Flash Gordon Dr. Hans Zarkov
Follow Me! Julian Cristoforou
Cast a Giant Shadow Abou Ibn Kader
Galileo Galileo Galilei