Ephraim Kishon 1924 – 2005

Biography

Ephraim Kishon was born on August 24, 1924, in Budapest, Hungary, beginning a life that would span continents and creative disciplines. He became a versatile Israeli artist whose talents encompassed writing, drama, screenwriting, and film direction. Throughout his career, Kishon demonstrated a remarkable ability to work across multiple forms of artistic expression, leaving his mark on literature and cinema alike.

Kishon’s creative journey took him from his native Hungary to Israel, where he established himself as a significant cultural figure. His work as an author and dramatist earned him recognition, while his contributions to screenwriting and film direction expanded his influence beyond the written word. He maintained an active creative life, pursuing his various artistic endeavors with dedication.

On January 29, 2005, Kishon passed away in Appenzell Meistersrüte, Switzerland, at the age of eighty. He died of myocardial infarction, bringing to a close a long and productive life. His final resting place is Trumpeldor Cemetery in Tel Aviv, Israel, where he was laid to rest among the country he made his home and where much of his artistic legacy took shape.