Mili Avital, born on March 30, 1972, is a talented Israeli-American actress who has built a successful international career. She started her journey in her native Israel, showcasing her skills on stage, film, and television, earning the Israeli Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1992 and a nomination for Best Actress in 1994.
Avital's early life was marked by her birth in Jerusalem to graphic designers Noni and Iko Avital, both of whom are Jewish. She was raised in Tel Aviv and Ra'anana, and her artistic inclinations were nurtured at the Thelma Yellin High School of Arts in Givatayim.
In 1994, Avital made the move to New York, where she began working almost immediately in America. She has since maintained a thriving career in both Israel and the United States. Her personal life is just as fulfilling, as she is married to screenwriter Charles Randolph, with whom she has two children. The family resides in New York.
Avital's dedication to her craft has led her to serve as a member of the Board of Governors of the University of Haifa from 2009 to 2013. As one of the most respected actresses in her native Israel, Avital has achieved international recognition through her diverse and starring roles in film and television.
Her professional journey began on stage during her senior year in high school, when she starred in the production of Dangerous Liaisons at the Cameri Theater in Tel Aviv. This marked the beginning of her illustrious career, which has spanned multiple decades and continents.