Chaim Topol, the actor best known for playing Tevye in “Fiddler on the Roof,” has died in Israel following “a long illness,” his representative confirmed to CNN Thursday. He was 87.

Topol's wife and kids said that Topol helped the Mossad with minor tasks like transferring documents and installing surveillance during the 70s and 80s.

"Fiddler on the Roof" star Chaim Topol has passed away. The two-time Golden Globe winner was known for his role as Tevye on screen and on the stage.

Chaim Topol, who has died at 87, was beloved for his portrayal of Tevye, Fiddler's long-suffering and charismatic milkman. Topol long has ranked among Israel's most decorated actors.

Chaim Topol, the Israeli actor who reached fame for starring as Tevye in "Fiddler on the Roof," has died after a battle with Alzheimer's. He was 87.

Chaim Topol, a leading Israeli actor who charmed generations of theatergoers and movie-watchers with his portrayal of the milkman in "Fiddler on the Roof," has died. He was 87.

FILE - Norman Jewison, left, Israeli actor Chaim Topol, center, and his wife listen to violinist Pali Gesztros at a gala at the Paris Opera for the benefit of Jewish charity organizations and the ...

Israeli leaders say the award-winning actor Chaim Topol, known for his portrayal of Tevye in 'Fiddler on the Roof,' has died at 87 in Tel Aviv.

Chaim Topol, an Israeli actor best known for his role as Tevye in the film version of Fiddler on the Roof, died Thursday at age 87 in Tel Aviv after a multi-year battle with Alzheimer’s. Topol ...

Chaim Topol, the Israeli actor who played Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof, died Thursday (Mar. 9) in Tel Aviv at age 87. In a statement, Israeli President Isaac Herzog said Topol was “one of the ...

FILE - Norman Jewison, left, Israeli actor Chaim Topol, center, and his wife listen to violinist Pali Gesztros at a gala at the Paris Opera for the benefit of Jewish charity organizations and the ...