Tzahi Grad was born in 1962 in Jerusalem, Israel. He is an acclaimed actor, director and writer, known for Büyük Kötü Kurtlar (2013), Girafot (2001) and Foul Gesture (2006). Was nominated for many awards in Israel for his directing, as well as acting and writing. Won an Israeli Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in Mishehu Larutz Ito (2006). His latest film and third feature as a director is The Cousin (2017). He graduated "Nissan Nativ" Acting Studio. Participated in many plays, films and television series. Also directed a few plays for theater (fringe).