Jews from Ukraine: Mila Kunis
Today we are talking about a Hollywood star - Mile Markovna Kunis! — New section 🔯 — Jews from Ukraine 🇺🇦
📍 Birth and emigration
• Born August 14, 1983 in Chernivtsi, Ukraine 🇺🇦.
• At the age of 7, she emigrated with her family to Los Angeles, USA 🇺🇸.
🕯 Tragic family story
Many of Mila's relatives died during the Holocaust. The actress has repeatedly mentioned anti-Semitism in the Soviet Union:
“We were brought up like this: you’re a Jew, just don’t tell anyone about it. That's why we moved to the US."
🕎 Judaism and Kabbalah
The Jewish religion plays an important role in the life of Mila and her family.
“We celebrate Yom Kippur and Hanukkah, although not always according to all the rules. I love our religion. I go to synagogue not out of obligation, but because it is important to me.”
Mila and her family light Shabbat candles, read prayers, and her children know blessings in Hebrew.
She also emphasizes the importance of family traditions:
“On Fridays, we get together as a family, look into each other’s eyes, say “I love you” and share the events of the week. This time strengthens our connection. No matter where we are, we always find a moment for it.”
🧬 Jewish roots
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