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June 14, 2026

The world of culture bids farewell to Astar Shamir

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The singer and songwriter Astar Shamir passed away at the age of 71.

Shamir was one of the first women to lead Israeli rock.

She wrote, composed, and performed many songs.

These songs became an important part of Israeli music.

Two of her famous songs are 'I Passed Just to See' and 'In the Lowest Place in Tel Aviv'.

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She also wrote and composed songs for many other artists.

Friends and colleagues paid tribute to her. Her former partner, Efraim Shamir, said she was a special artist. The singers Gali Atari and Yardena Arazi said she was a rare creator. They said she knew how to touch people through her words and music. Her songs will continue to accompany the Israeli public for many years to come.