Yigal Bashan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Yigal Bashan |
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| Background information | |
| Born | September 11, 1950 Rishon LeZion, Israel |
| Died | December 9, 2018 (aged 68) Tel Aviv, Israel |
| Genres | pop |
| Occupation(s) | singer, songwriter |
| Associated acts | "Hopa Hey", "Kmo Tzoani" |
Yigal Bashan (born September 11, 1950, died December 9, 2018) was a famous singer, songwriter, and actor from Israel. He was known for his pop music and his work on TV shows. In 2016, he received a special award called the ACUM Prize for his amazing work in music throughout his life.
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Early Life
Yigal Bashan was born as Yigal Bashari in a city called Rishon LeZion, Israel. His family had roots from Yemen, a country in the Middle East.
Music Career
Yigal Bashan was part of a popular music group called "Kmo Tzoanim," which means "Like Gypsies" in Hebrew. This group was a pop trio, meaning it had three singers. They appeared on a children's TV show in Israel called "Hopa Hey." Yigal Bashan also sang the main song for the Hebrew version of a cartoon called "The Wonderful Adventures of Nils."
His Passing
Yigal Bashan passed away on December 9, 2018, at his home in Tel Aviv, Israel. He was 68 years old. He was laid to rest at the Kiryat Shaul Cemetery.
See also
- Israeli music
In Spanish: Yigal Bashan para niños
