Jewish Olympians
Jack Hughes took his shot to win Olympic glory by helping this team win gold in 2026.
What is the USA Hockey Team?
Home to Broadway, this American city leads the way with over 1.3 million Jewish residents.
Where is NYC?
You can’t have a kosher pickle without help from this green herb?
What is dill?
“Can we talk?” This comedienne had a successful stand up comedy career and even was a guest for Johnny Carson on the Tonight Show.
Who was Joan Rivers?
This all around great guy comes out of hiding in many Jewish homes during Hanukkah along with his regular resting spot.
What is a Mench on a bench?
Before Michael Phelps came along, this swimmer held the world record for most gold medals in a single Olympic Games… with 7.
Who is Mark Spitz?
Because of its warm weather this southern state leads the way with the most Jewish retired residents.
Where is Florida?
Although everyone loves matzo ball soup, not everyone includes this white vegetable that is a relative of the carrot.
What is a parsnip?
One of the original SNL cast members, this funny lady was famous for playing Rosanna Rosanna Danna as well as being married to Gene Wilder.
Who was Gilda Radner?
Holiday recommendation: don’t dwell on it.. the bamboo might hurt you. Instead… dwell in it and enjoy a meal with friends and family.
What is a Sukkah?
Teammates with Simone Biles, this gymnast went on to win 6 combined medals, including 2 gold in the 2012 and 2016 Olympics.
Who is Aly Raisman?
This Canadian city which is the hometown of Drake and Lorne Michaels, leads the way with Jewish Canadian residents.
Where is Toronto?
Added to many a Jewish recipe, including matzo ball soup, this rendered chicken fat is often substituted with ghee, vegetable shortening, or butter.
What is schmaltz?
Niece to one of the highest ranking Democratic senators, this comedienne is famous for staring in “Trainwreck”, as well as being one of the highest grossing standups.
Who is Amy Schumer?
“Am I getting warmer?” is often heard in homes during Passover as children are on the search for this piece of matzo.
What is the Afikomen?
In the 2024 summer Olympics, Amit Alor grappled her way on the mat for a USA gold medal while competing in this grueling sport.
What is (freestyle) wrestling?
Home to Lionel Messi, this country has the largest Jewish population in South America and Latin America.
Where is Argentina?
Although most Jews prefer gefilte fish from a jar, others prefer this “red” fish that is often pickled.
What is herring?
This irreverent is famous for Wreck it Ralph, SNL, and once being the longterm girlfriend of Jimmy Kimmel.
Who is Sarah Silverman?
The Sattinger’s usually host this holiday tradition which ceremonially allows us to cast our sins away by tossing bread into a stream.
What is Tashlich?
Gail Fridman and Tom Reuveny have half of Israel’s (2 of 4) gold medals while participating in this “nautical” sport.
What is sailing?
Home to the Apparteid Museum and Nelson Mandela’s house, this city also has the largest Jewish population in all of Africa.
Where is Johannesburg, South Africa?
Made from egg noodle dough, this traditional Ashkanazi Jewish pasta which is shaped into small irregular pellets or flakes is often served in soup or tased in a side dish.
What is farfel?
Daughter to music mogul Quincy, this comedic actress is famous for appearing in Parks and Rec, The Office, and Angie Tribeca.
Who is Rashida Jones?
Adath confirmants dress in blue for a ceremony that typically occurs during this spring time holiday.
What is Shavuot?