Gershom Mozes (1908–2004) was a pioneering Israeli journalist, media proprietor, and publisher renowned for founding the Yedioth Ahronoth newspaper in 1939. Born in Eastern Europe to a Jewish family, he immigrated to Mandatory Palestine in the 1920s, where he initially worked in various trades before entering journalism. Starting Yedioth Ahronoth as a modest weekly publication aimed at the working class, Mozes transformed it into Israel's most widely circulated daily newspaper by the mid-20th century, leveraging its tabloid-style reporting and broad appeal to shape public opinion and influence national discourse. Under his leadership, the paper became a cornerstone of Israel's media landscape, emphasizing accessible news, investigative journalism, and coverage of social issues, while also navigating the challenges of wartime reporting during Israel's founding and subsequent conflicts. Mozes built a media empire that extended beyond print, establishing the Yedioth Books publishing house and other ventures, which solidified his family's enduring dominance in Israeli communications. He maintained editorial control and a centrist to left-leaning stance, often using the platform to advocate for social justice and peace initiatives. Despite occasional criticisms for sensationalism, his contributions were instrumental in fostering a vibrant press in a young nation. Mozes passed the reins to his son Arnon Mozes in the 1990s, who succeeded him as publisher, inheriting both the professional legacy and financial interests. Gershom Mozes died in 2004 at age 96, leaving behind a legacy as the architect of modern Israeli journalism.