Natalie Portman awarded with Israel’s 2018 Genesis Prize

Natalie Portman, an acclaimed Israeli-born actress and director, has been awarded Israel’s 2018 Genesis Prize in recognition of her commitment to social causes and deep connection to her Jewish and Israeli roots.
It is announced by the Genesis Prize Foundation on November 7, 2017. The $1 million award, known as “the Jewish Nobel Prize,” is granted each year to a person recognised as an inspiration to the next generation of Jews through professional achievement and commitment to Jewish values.
Ms. Portman is the fifth winner and first woman to receive the prize.

Topics: Actors • Actresses • Genesis Prize • israel • Israeli Jews • Natalie Portman • Portman • Western Asia

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