The family of Haim Yavin, the iconic Israeli news anchor known as 'Mr. Television,' announced his death at age 93. Yavin, an Israel Prize laureate, was a longtime presenter and one of the founders of Channel 1, where he anchored the 'Mabat' news program for decades.
Haim Yavin, the legendary voice of Israeli television, died at age 93, his family confirmed Wednesday evening. Yavin, an Israel Prize laureate, was one of the founders of Israel's Channel 1 and served as its main news anchor for four decades, presenting the flagship 'Mabat' news program. The family statement, released through Israeli media, described him as a husband, father, and grandfather who 'reached a good old age.' The Zioneer had earlier reported his death at 17:32, followed by additional reports from Israel Hayom. Yavin's career spanned radio, television, directing, production, and literary writing, making him a central figure in Israeli media history.
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