Retired jurist, who was serving as head of state commission of inquiry into Meron disaster, remembered as 'one of the titans of Israeli law'

Born Marvin Lee Aday, his mega-selling theatrical collaborations with composer Jim Steinman made him one of the most recognizable performers in rock

'Freedom rider,' who built a career as a social justice-oriented rabbi, recently said he wanted to be remembered in part for invoking doctrine of 'tikkun olam,' repairing the world

Jewish actor found dead in a Florida hotel room while on tour; police say no sign of foul play or drugs found; colleagues laud him for his humor and kindness

Concert promoter suffered from a rare form of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma

Actor was first Black man to win an Academy Award for best lead performance, for role in 1964 film 'Lilies of the Field,' and transformed how Black people were portrayed on screen

Jaffe, who ran the club for decades with her husband Allan, credited with integrating the vaunted venue before segregation ended and helping preserve Jazz in the city

Longtime Moment Magazine managing editor, a New York native, followed her children to Israel, where she turned bereavement into facts, and family, on the ground

Each year brings the loss of Jewish icons who leave behind outsized legacies in fields such as art and culture, government, and philanthropy. Here are some of this year's greats

Premier calls Nevada Democrat a 'true American patriot,' says his commitment to Jewish state will never be forgotten; FM lauds significant contribution made to bilateral ties