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Chaim Topol, Israeli actor known for Fiddler's Tevye, dies

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Chaim Topol, who charmed generations with his film and theater portrayals of Tevye in “Fiddler on the Roof,” has died. He was 87. Israeli leaders tweeted their memories of one

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  1. KSDK

    Chaim Topol, 'Fiddler on the Roof' star, dies at 87 (opens KSDK)

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    Topol first portrayed the much older, burlier Tevye in his 30s and quite literally aged into the role. He played the part more than 3,500 times on stage.

  2. East Idaho News

    Chaim Topol, 'Fiddler on the Roof' actor, dies age 87 (opens East Idaho News)

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    (CNN) — Chaim Topol, the actor best known for playing Tevye in “Fiddler on the Roof,” has died in Israel following “a long illness,” his representative confirmed to CNN Thursday. He was 87. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu paid tribute to Topol on Thursday and conveyed his condolences, call…

  3. FOX 5 New York

    Chaim Topol, 'Fiddler on the Roof' actor, dies (opens FOX 5 New York)

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    Chaim Topol was among Israel’s most decorated actors.

  4. Omaha World-Herald

    Chaim Topol, Israeli actor known for Fiddler's Tevye, dies (opens Omaha World-Herald)

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    Chaim Topol, who charmed generations with his film and theater portrayals of Tevye in “Fiddler on the Roof,” has died. He was 87. Israeli leaders tweeted their memories of one

  5. Deutsche Welle

    'Fiddler on the Roof' actor Chaim Topol dies at 87 – DW (opens Deutsche Welle)

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    Israeli actor Chaim Topol, best known for his iconic lead role in the stage musical and film "Fiddler on the Roof," has died at age 87 in Tel Aviv.

  6. Avclub

    R.I.P. Topol, one of Fiddler On The Roof's most beloved Tevyes (opens Avclub)

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    Known for portraying Fiddler On The Roof's existential dairyman protagonist, the actor was 87 years old

  7. NPR

    Chaim Topol, the Israeli actor known for Tevye of Fiddler on the Roof, has died (opens NPR)

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    Chaim Topol, who has died at 87, was beloved for his portrayal of Tevye, Fiddler's long-suffering and charismatic milkman. Topol long has ranked among Israel's most decorated actors.

  8. The Times of Israel

    Chaim Topol, iconic ‘Tevye’ of film and stage, dies at 87 (opens The Times of Israel)

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    Oscar-nominated actor, an Israel Prize laureate, gained global recognition for his role as the grumbling 'Fiddler on the Roof' milkman, whom he played over 3,500 times on stage

  9. France 24

    Chaim Topol, Tevye of 'Fiddler on the Roof' fame, dies at 87 (opens France 24)

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    Golden Globe winner Chaim Topol, the Israeli actor famed for his depiction of Tevye in the movie "Fiddler on the Roof," died aged 87, Israeli officials said on Thursday.

  10. FOX 35 Orlando

    Chaim Topol, actor known for playing Tevye in 'Fiddler on the Roof,' dies at 87 (opens FOX 35 Orlando)

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    Chaim Topol, a leading Israeli actor who charmed generations of theatergoers and movie-watchers with his portrayal of Tevye, the long-suffering and charismatic milkman in "Fiddler on the Roof," has died in Tel Aviv, Israeli leaders said Thursday. He was 87.

  11. Southern Minnesota

    ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ actor Chaim Topol dead aged 87 ‘after years battling Alzheimer’s’ (opens Southern Minnesota)

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    Actor Chaim Topol – world famous for his portrayal of despairing milkman Tevye in ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ – has died after reportedly battling dementia for years.

  12. The Guardian

    Chaim Topol, Fiddler on the Roof actor, dies aged 87 (opens The Guardian)

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    Known by his last name alone and beloved for his performance as Tevye in both the musical and film, Topol’s death was announced by Israel’s president

  13. Los Angeles Times

    Chaim Topol, Israeli actor famous for his Tevye in 'Fiddler on the Roof,' dies at 87 (opens Los Angeles Times)

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    Israeli leaders say the award-winning actor Chaim Topol, known for his portrayal of Tevye in 'Fiddler on the Roof,' has died at 87 in Tel Aviv.

  14. The Daily Caller

    ‘Fiddler On The Roof’ Star Chaim Topol Dead At 87 (opens The Daily Caller)

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    Famous actor and singer Chaim Topol, best known for his performance as Tevye the milkman in "Fiddler on the Roof" died at his home in Israel at the age of 87.

  15. WMUR

    Chaim Topol, 'Fiddler on the Roof' actor, dies at age 87 (opens WMUR)

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    He began his career as an actor after being assigned to the entertainment troop while doing army service in Israel.

  16. NBC News

    'Fiddler on the Roof' star Chaim Topol dies at 87 (opens NBC News)

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    Israeli leaders on Thursday tweeted their memories and condolences to the actor's family.

  17. NPR

    Actor Topol, who appeared in 'Fiddler on the Roof' hundreds of times, has died (opens NPR)

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    Topol — the actor who went by a single name and who appeared on stage as Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof hundreds of times — has died.

  18. CBS News

    Chaim Topol, Israeli actor best known for "Fiddler on the Roof," dies at 87 (opens CBS News)

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    Last year, Topol's son Omar shared​ that his father had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, though his cause of death was not immediately known.

  19. The Guardian

    Chaim Topol: the Fiddler on the Roof star showed Jews their origin story (opens The Guardian)

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    The actor who played Tevye in the 1971 film brought the struggles of a generation to life and helped the children of Jewish immigrant understand their heritage

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