Zvika Pick, one of Israel’s most popular singers and author of many hits that earned him the nickname “king” or “pillar” of Israeli pop, died on Sunday at the age of 72.
“Zvika Pick passed away today, but his songs and melodies will continue to be played for years to come,” Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid said after the artist was found dead at his home in Ramat Hasharon (center), according to media reports. local.
Born in Poland in 1949, Zvika Pick emigrated to Israel as a child with his parents, before playing in the Israeli version of the musical Hatred and to sign emblematic hits of local pop, such as the song Marilu still hummed by generations of Israelis.
Pipes ‘went into every home in Israel’
In addition, he signed the music of the song. Diva performed by Israeli transgender singer Dana International, who won Eurovision in 1998.
“The hits he created have entered every home in Israel and thousands of hearts,” Israeli Culture Minister Chili Tropper said, praising “one of Israel’s greatest artists.”
Zvika Pick was also Quentin Tarantino’s stepfather because his daughter, Israeli singer Daniella Pick, is married to the famous American director.
Source: BFM TV
