Israeli Singer Eden Ben Zaken Mourns Grandfather in Emotional Post
Israeli singer Eden Ben Zaken shared an emotional farewell on Instagram following the passing of her grandfather, Maxim Weitzman, mourning the huge void left in her family.
One of Israel's most successful singers, Eden Ben Zaken, shared an emotional farewell message on Instagram following the passing of her grandfather, Maxim Weitzman. Days after posting a family mourning notice, the artist opened up about her deep grief and the void left behind.
Sharing a touching photo of the two embracing and smiling, Ben Zaken wrote: "My dear grandfather, you left a huge hole in our heart. I will forever remember your smile and your joy. I love you and I already miss you," accompanied by a broken heart emoji.
Born in Jerusalem and raised in Kiryat Shmona, Ben Zaken rose to fame in 2013 as the runner-up in the first season of X Factor Israel. She released her debut album "Queen of the Roses" in 2015 and was named Singer of the Decade in 2019. Beyond her musical success, filling arenas such as Menora Mivtachim, she expanded her career into acting and television.
Alongside her thriving career, Ben Zaken is married to businessman Shuki Biton, with whom she shares two children, Michel and Emmanuel. Her recent professional endeavors include starring in the musical "Schlager" and joining the coaching panel of the upcoming season of The Voice.
