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 at age 87, Israeli leaders say.
Israeli leaders on Thursday tweeted their memories and condolences to Topol’s family.
Benny Gantz, Israel’s former minister of defense, praised Topol for helping Israelis connect to their roots.
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