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Michal Yannai
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Yannai in 2006
Born (1972-06-18) 18 June 1972 (age 53)
Ramat Gan, Israel
Occupation Actress, Singer
Spouse(s)
Ofer Resles
(m. 2003⁠–⁠2005)
Ben Muskal
(m. 2009)
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Michal Yannai-Muskal (also known as Michal Yanai) was born on June 18, 1972. She is a famous Israeli actress and a children's television host. Many people know her from her work on TV shows for kids.

Early Life and Family

Michal Yannai grew up in a city called Ramat Gan in Israel. She was born there and spent her childhood years in the city.

Michal has been married twice. She first married Ofer Resles in 2003. Later, in 2009, she married Ben Muskal. They have three children together. Their daughter, Alex, was born in 2009. Their son, Yahel, was born in 2010. They also have another son named Yuval. As of 2021, Michal and her family live in Athens, Greece.

Her Amazing Career

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Michal Yannai on Israel's Children's Channel in 1992

During the 1990s, Michal Yannai became very well-known. She was a popular TV host and actress on Arutz HaYeladim. This channel is also known as the Israeli Children's Channel. On this channel, she was often called "The Children's Queen." She also hosted a show called "Katzefet" during this time.

Michal has also acted in stage shows. In 2007, she was part of the Israeli version of a play called Avenue Q.

Movies and TV Shows

Michal Yannai has acted in several movies. Here are some of the films she has been in:

  • Neshika Bametzach (The Day We Met, 1990) where she played Natalie.
  • Pour Sacha (1991) as English girl #1.
  • Hakeves Ha Shisha Asar (The Sixteenth Sheep, 1999) where she played Michal.
  • 88 Minutes (2007) as Leeza Pearson.
  • Mega Snake (2007) where she played Fay.
  • When Nietzsche Wept (2007) as Bertha.

Learn More

  • Television of Israel
  • Theater of Israel
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