Debra Messing, Mayim Bialik and More Stars Celebrate the 'Undeniable Impact of Jewish Voices' in And They're Jewish (Exclusive)

Digital activist Hen Mazzig is celebrating the Jewish experience with his new YouTube series, And They’re Jewish.

On the show, the co-founder of the Tel Aviv Institute will explore “the unique stories of prominent Jewish figures across various industries, highlighting that Jewish identity is just one facet of an individual’s diverse, multidimensional life,” according to an official synopsis. 

 The weekly episodes will focus on “further humanizing Jewish people” by showcasing “the moving stories and remarkable accomplishments of the Jewish community.”

Will & Grace star Debra Messing will reflect on her career and share “impactful moments” during the premiere episode on April 2.

In addition to Messing, Entourage’s Emmanuelle Chriqui, Big Bang Theory’s Mayim Bialik, Love Island’s Eyal Booker, Stranger Things’ Brett Gelman, singer Ari Dayan, artist Zoe Buckman, author Yseult Polfliet Mukantabana, NBA executive Rachel Simon, Broadway’s Alexandra Socha and actor Etai Benson will also be featured during the season.

“Jewish people have shaped every corner of culture, yet our stories are often told through someone else’s lens. And They’re Jewish is about reclaiming that narrative — showcasing the artists, chefs, actors, and creators whose work you love, but whose Jewish identity you may not have known,” Mazzig said in a press release.  “This series isn’t just about visibility; it’s about celebrating the depth, diversity, and undeniable impact of Jewish voices in every space.”

In PEOPLE’s exclusive first look at the trailer for the upcoming series, Mazzig visits the homes of Messing, Bialik, Booker, and Chriqui as he travels “to every corner of the globe to speak with people who are shaping our world.”

When he sits down with Messing, 56, she points out a picture of her and fellow Jew Barbra Streisand while Bialik, 49, appears slightly starstruck by his presence.

“I usually see you on my phone, but now we're in the flesh,” she tells Mazzig before reflecting on her career accomplishments. 

“[I’m] the only neuroscientist who auditioned to play a neurobiologist on TV,” she said of her role as Amy Farrah Fowler on The Big Bang Theory. “I was made a full-time actor in season 4.”

Meanwhile, Chriqui shares that she was “so emotional” when Entourage came to an end after eight seasons.

When Booker, 29, is asked what his 19-year-old self would think of his success — including co-hosting Prime Video’s Watch Influenced — he says, “No way, you’re mad.” 

Mukantabana also pulls back the curtain on her feelings about being Jewish, explaining, “My Jewish identity, it's one of these things, it feels like you have it in your heart, in your soul.” 

Ahead of the show’s premiere next month, Anti-Defamation League CEO Jonathan Greenblatt has praised the series, which is produced by Idel Judanin. 

“At a time when Antisemitism has reached historic levels, we need innovative and out of the box solutions to fight the world’s oldest hatred,” he said in a statement. “Hen Mazzig’s new digital series thoughtfully explores the causes and consequences of Antisemitism, bringing to life the stories of those living with hate. I’m looking forward to seeing what he has in store.”

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And They’re Jewish premieres on Mazzig’s YouTube on April 2 with new episodes dropping weekly.