Alon Abutbul was an Israeli actor who passed away at 60. Known for his intense performances and international reach, he gained recognition not only in Israel but across Hollywood productions. He received the Best Actor award at the International Film Festival of India and was voted the 158th-greatest Israeli by public polls. 
| Full Name | Alon Moni Abutbul |
| Date of Birth | 28 May 1965 |
| Place of Birth | Kiryat Ata, Israel |
| Nationality | Israeli |
| Profession | Actor |
| Years Active | 1980–2025 |
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| Partner | Shir Bilya (Director/Producer) |
| Children | Four |
| Residence | Los Angeles, USA |
Early life
He born on 28 May 1965 in Kiryat Ata, Israel into a Mizrahi Jewish family with roots in Egypt and Algeria. He was the younger brother of the late singer‑actor Avraham Abutbul. He studied drama at the prestigious Thelma Yellin High School of Arts in Givatayim, graduating in 1983.
Career
He debuted in Hapnimiyah (1983), followed by pivotal roles in Bar 51 (1985) and Battle of the Chairmanship with HaGashash HaHiver comic group. His breakthrough came with Shtei Etzbaot Mi’Tzidon (Two Fingers from Sidon) (1986), earning him Best Actor at the Jerusalem Film Festival.In 1988–89, appeared in Rambo III (as Nissem) and Ehad Mishelanu (One of Us), winning his second Jerusalem festival Best Actor prize.
He continued prominent roles in Israeli cinema: Killing Streets (1991), Roked Al Hahof (1992), Leylasede and Ha-Khetzi HaSheni (1995), and producing Ha-Kochav Hakachol in 1995.
He awarded Film Actor of the Decade at Haifa International Film Festival (2000). He Won the Ophir Award (Israel’s Academy Award) for Best Supporting Actor in Nina’s Tragedies (2003) . Hollywood roles began to roll in: Munich (2005), Beaufort (2006), Noodle (2007), Body of Lies (2008) alongside Leonardo DiCaprio and Russell Crowe. He portrayed Dr. Leonid Pavel in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Rises (2012) . Notable Hollywood film roles: London Has Fallen (2016), Septembers of Shiraz (2015), Beirut (2018).
Television appearances in international shows: NCIS, Fringe, The Mentalist, Castle, Burn Notice, Homeland, Low Winter Sun. Since 2017, co-stars in FX’s Snowfall as Avi Drexler; voice-acted General Val Morando in Tales of Arcadia: 3Below; later appeared in Hawaii Five‑0 (2020) and FBI: International (2022).
Personal Life
He resided in Los Angeles with longtime partner Shir Bilya, an Israeli director and producer. They have four children together. Known for his social and political engagement: led advocacy during Israel’s 2006 elections for the Labor Party, writing columns for Walla! and Ynet, and even composing a song criticizing corruption. He appeared in several major TV series including NCIS, The Mentalist, Fringe, Castle, and Burn Notice. He also had standout roles in Low Winter Sun and Homeland. One of his most memorable performances is as “Avi Drexler” in FX’s hit series Snowfall, where he played a key role in the storyline.
Death
On 29 July 2025, Alon Abutbul passed away, collapsed on Hof HaBonim, and after resuscitation attempts, Magen David Adom pronounced him dead.
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