Daniel Pe'er
Television host and newsreader
Born
1943
82 years ago
Died
September 28th, 2017
8 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Israel
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A television host and newsreader, gained recognition for work in Israeli media. Hosted various programs and contributed to the news landscape in Israel. Known for engaging and lively presentation style that resonated with audiences. Played a significant role in the evolution of television broadcasting in the country.
Hosted popular television shows
Served as a newsreader for major networks
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