Israeli-American reality TV star Yakir Levi died after falling from the 28th floor of a luxury hotel in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida.
Authorities do not suspect foul play.
Police and fire rescue responded to the Acqualina Resort and Residences shortly after 9:30 PM Monday. Levi was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators said Levi was alone at the time of the fall. The investigation continues, with the Miami-Dade Medical Examiner working to determine the cause and manner of death.
Levi was best known for starring in the Israeli Channel 13 docuseries “The Americans.”
The show follows Israeli expats pursuing the American Dream while maintaining ties to their homeland.
His personal story mirrored the show’s theme. He said he arrived in the U.
S.
with only $300 and later built a fortune through a business restoring properties damaged by fires, floods, and other disasters.
A woman identifying as Levi’s sister posted an emotional tribute on Facebook. She wrote, “My dear precious brother.
I entrust his soul to the Creator. May someone wake me up from this crazy nightmare.”
Levi was born in Ramla, Israel. He is survived by his wife and three children.
His remains are expected to be returned to Israel for burial. He was 45.
