History of Suki Lahav in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 3, 2026

Tzruya "Suki" Lahav is a multifaceted Israeli artist known for her work as a violinist, vocalist, actress, lyricist, screenwriter, and novelist. A notable period in her career was her membership in Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band from September 1974 to March 1975. Following her time with Springsteen, she returned to Israel, where she achieved significant success in her artistic endeavors.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

July 1951: Suki Lahav's Birth

On July 1951, Tzruya "Suki" Lahav was born.

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1971: Arrival in the United States

In 1971, Suki Lahav arrived in the United States with her husband, Louis Lahav.

1972: Husband's Work with Bruce Springsteen

In 1972, Louis Lahav, Suki's husband, began working with Bruce Springsteen.

September 1974: Joined Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band

In September 1974, Suki Lahav became a member of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band.

March 1975: Departure from E Street Band

In March 1975, Suki Lahav left Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band.

1975: Return to Israel

In the spring of 1975, Suki Lahav and her family returned to Israel.

1977: Divorce

In 1977, Suki Lahav and Louis Lahav divorced. She was briefly married to Shabtai Konorti afterwards.

1985: Return to Music Industry

By 1985, Suki Lahav had two children and little involvement in the music industry. Then, she began working as a violinist and violist with the Israeli Kibbutz Orchestra, and as an actress.

1990: Eurovision Song Contest Entry

In 1990, Suki Lahav wrote the lyrics for "Shara Barkhovot" ("Singing in the Streets"), the Israeli entry in the Eurovision Song Contest, performed by Rita.

1993: Recasting of Famous Blue Raincoat

In 1993, Suki Lahav recast the lyrics of Leonard Cohen's song "Famous Blue Raincoat" into Hebrew.

1996: Screenplay for Kesher Dam

In 1996, Suki Lahav authored the screenplay for the Israeli crime film Kesher Dam.

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1999: Lyrics for "Tfilat Ha'imahot"

In 1999, Suki Lahav wrote the lyrics for Glykeria's recording "Tfilat Ha'imahot" ("The Mothers' Prayer"), a multi-ethnic collaboration featuring Amal Murkus and Yehudit Tamir.

2002: Publication of Andre’s Wooden Clogs

In 2002, Suki Lahav authored the novel Andre’s Wooden Clogs (Kinneret), based on a true Holocaust survival story. It won awards, including the Yad Vashem Prize.

2003: Release of 'No Longer the Sea: A Collection Of Tzruya Lahav's Songs'

In 2003, the album No Longer the Sea: A Collection Of Tzruya Lahav's Songs was released, featuring performances by Rita, Yehudit Ravitz, Meir Banai, Yehuda Poliker, and others.

2004: Publication of The Swamp Queen Does The Tango

In 2004, Suki Lahav authored the novel The Swamp Queen Does The Tango (Am Oved), an adult fairy tale, which won awards including the Minister of Culture's prize.