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So who won the ‘Jewish Oscars’?

Acclaimed entertainer Michael Feinstein was honoured as a Jewish "Cultural Ambassador" in the 2008 Jewish Cultural Awards.

September 26, 2008 12:34

ByJenni Frazer, Jenni Frazer

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Acclaimed American pianist and entertainer Michael Feinstein was honoured in London as a Jewish "Cultural Ambassador" on Sunday in the 2008 Jewish Cultural Awards.

The awards, sponsored by the JC, celebrate contributions to Jewish culture by stars of stage, screen, music and television, and, for the first time, literature.

Mr Feinstein said that his "Jewish Oscar" award, presented to him by actress Maureen Lipman, was "a celebration for Jewish mothers everywhere".

The ceremony, hosted by TV presenter Emily Maitlis and produced by impresario Harvey Goldsmith, mixed awards with stand-out performances.