Yaakov Shwekey
Yaakov Shwekey · Arts & Literature
Orthodox Jewish vocalist and concert performer.
1977, Jerusalem, Israel
Israel · United States
Yaakov Shwekey is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — Orthodox Jewish vocalist and concert performer.
Shwekey is a popular Orthodox Jewish vocalist and concert performer whose blend of Ashkenazi and Sephardi musical traditions has made him one of the best-selling artists in contemporary Jewish music. His anthemic songs, such as 'Vehi Sheamda' and 'Cry No More', are staples at Jewish celebrations worldwide. Born in Jerusalem to an Ashkenazi mother and a Sephardi father of Syrian descent, he is an observant Jew who sings in Hebrew, English and Yiddish.
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Orthodox Jewish vocalist and concert performer.
Source: IMDb (Jewish Actors list)
