In Case the Fame Fades: Israeli Celebrities with Full Academic Degrees
A special project highlights Israeli celebrities like Rotem Sela and Michal Anski who pursued full academic degrees and professional backup plans alongside their entertainment careers.
As the new academic year approaches, a special project titled "In Case the Fame Fades" has highlighted Israeli celebrities who chose to pursue full academic degrees alongside their glamorous careers. The feature showcases local stars who ensured they have a solid profession to fall back on.
According to the "Pnai Plus" column, leading figures stand out at the top of the list, including model and host Rotem Sela, who holds a bachelor's degree in law and business administration and even passed the bar exams. Alongside her are other stars such as Korin Gideon, who completed legal studies alongside her media career, and food personality Michal Anski, who studied general history with a specialization in Hebrew poetry and folklore, later pursuing a master's degree in gastronomic sciences in Italy.
The diverse list also includes stage and entertainment personalities like comedian Israel Katorza, who proved that academic education is part of his assets. Katorza completed studies in communications and management, and also studied voiceover at the Geva College for Communications and Advertising. The project emphasizes that while some in the entertainment world settle for short courses, these stars chose a demanding full study path.
The project offers a surprising and different look at the local celebrity bubble. The choice by these famous figures to acquire higher education provides a personal example to young audiences, reminding everyone that even at the peak of the entertainment industry, professional security and formal education remain significant assets.