Cheryl Saban named to represent US at UN General Assembly

Wife of Israeli entertainment mogul and major Democratic Party donor is also a philanthropist and advocate for women and children

WASHINGTON (JTA) — Cheryl Saban, the wife of billionaire Haim Saban, was nominated as US representative to the 67th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

Cheryl Saban, an author, philanthropist and advocate for women and children, was nominated by President Barack Obama on Wednesday. The California resident founded the nonprofit organization Women’s Self-Worth Foundation.

Haim Saban, an Egyptian-born Israeli, is an entertainment mogul and major Democratic Party donor. He is ranked by Forbes magazine as the 104th richest person in America.

As representative to the General Assembly, Saban is expected to present US views in small forums, including at committee meetings and at ancillary UN bodies.

Saban’s name was expected to be approved by voice in the US Senate as early as Thursday night.