Yaël Abecassis

Biography

Yael Abecassis was born in Ashkelon, Israel, to Moroccan Jewish parents. She began modeling at 14 and later transitioned into television and film, starring in notable roles such as Rivka in "Kadosh" (1999) and Gerusha in "Surviving with Wolves" (2007). Abecassis has also produced music videos for children and founded the film production company Cassis Films, which was nominated for an Oscar.