Celebrating 32: Eden Hason's journey from 'Kochav Nolad' rejection to the top
From a painful rejection at a famous audition to life in an ultra-Orthodox home and a surprising relationship kept secret for two years, one of Israel's leading creators celebrates his birthday and surprises his fans.
Filling massive venues, topping the charts on Spotify and Apple Music, and becoming one of Israel's most influential creators and producers, Eden Hason has long cemented his status at the pinnacle of the Israeli music scene. Today, Tuesday, he celebrates his 32nd birthday—a perfect opportunity to dive behind the scenes of his career and personal life. Here are five fascinating facts about the artist who never stops surprising.
- From audition failure to the judge's chair
Before becoming a household name, Hason tried his luck in the ninth season of 'Kochav Nolad', but the judges decided not to advance him. This rejection did not stop him; he continued to write and produce, and in 2023, he closed an impressive circle by joining the judging panel of 'HaKochav HaBa'.
- The director behind his own hits
Beyond writing, composing, and performing, Hason took on the role of director. He personally directed the music videos for his successful debut single 'SheMishehu Yaatzor Oti' (which earned him an ACUM award) and for the hit 'Yeladim Ka'ele'.
- A hit with international reach
The song 'Yeladim Ka'ele' extended far beyond local radio. In 2018, the hit was chosen to represent Israel at the Junior Eurovision in Belarus, performed by young singer Noam Dadon.
- Ultra-Orthodox roots and a modest style
Hason grew up in a religious home in Pardes Hanna and studied in an ultra-Orthodox framework during his childhood, wearing a black kippah and sidelocks. Even today, despite his success and income, he maintains a simple lifestyle: his associates share that he continues to buy clothes from accessible chains like Zara and avoids displays of extravagance.
- Personal liberation
In November 2024, Hason took a brave step by coming out and revealing his partner, actor and dancer Yotam Gabriel, through the song 'Sof Sof Ani'. The two maintained a close relationship away from the media's eyes for two years after meeting while working on the Festigal. Hason later shared the sense of relief and freedom he experienced following the revelation.
