The Truth About Being a Jew in Hollywood | Michael Rapaport

In this candid and powerful conversation between Rabbi David Bashevkin and actor and comedian Michael Rapaport pulls no punches as he discusses his journey from a secular New York upbringing to becoming one of the most vocal advocates for the Jewish people today. Rapaport opens up about the "light bulb moment" at the DC rally when he realized he was standing almost entirely alone among his Hollywood peers. He shares deeply personal stories from his seven trips to Israel since October 7th, including a harrowing and humorous encounter in a bomb shelter with released hostage Or Levy and a heart-wrenching meeting with Yarden Bibas. From being told he "doesn't look Jewish enough" for roles to the life-changing decision to begin wrapping Tefillin every morning, this interview explores what it means to be a "Strong Jew" in a world that feels upside down. Michael Rapaport is an American actor and director known for his roles in True Romance, Higher Learning, and his recurring role on Friends. Since 2023, he has dedicated much of his platform to fighting anti-Jewish sentiment and supporting the state of Israel. --- Subscribe to our channel for more of the best Jewish video content on YouTube. The Rohr Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) has the largest collection of Jewish media content. Our exclusive videos range from Torah insights to the most hotly debated contemporary topics. Follow us on: Facebook: https://facebook.com/myJLI Instagram: https://instagram.com/myjli/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@jewishlearninginstitute Twitter: https://twitter.com/myJLI See our full video library here: https://www.torahcafe.com/ Visit our website here: https://www.myjli.com/ ABOUT JLI Serving learning centers in over 1,800 communities and on the internet, the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) is the world's preeminent provider of Jewish learning. The mission of the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute is to inspire Jewish learning worldwide and to transform Jewish life and the greater community through Torah study. To make Jewish learning accessible and personally meaningful to every Jew, regardless of background or affiliation. JLI's insightful curriculum utilizes cutting-edge pedagogical techniques, embracing the multiple intelligence model and utilizing multimedia and an array of approaches to engage, educate, and inspire all kinds of minds in a dynamic Jewish learning experience.