Egyptian actors who were born in 1942
Here are 6 famous actors from Egypt were born in 1942:
Mohamed Khan
Mohamed Khan (October 26, 1942 Cairo-) a.k.a. Mohamed Hamed Hassan Khan or Mohammed Khan is an Egyptian film director, screenwriter, film producer and actor. He has two children, Nadine Khan and Hassan Khan.
Khan is considered a pioneer of the Egyptian New Realism in cinema, which emerged in the 1980s. He began his filmmaking career in the 1970s, directing documentaries and short films. He gained critical acclaim for his feature film debut, "The Street Player" (1984), which explored the lives of street performers in Cairo.
Throughout his career, Khan has tackled a variety of social and political themes in his films, including corruption, discrimination, and poverty. His films often depict the struggles of marginalized individuals in Egyptian society.
Khan has won numerous awards for his work, including the Best Director award at the Cairo International Film Festival for his film "Dreams of Hind and Camilia" (1988). He has also served as a jury member at several international film festivals.
In addition to his filmmaking career, Khan has worked as a professor of film directing at the Higher Institute of Cinema in Cairo. He continues to be a highly influential figure in the Egyptian film industry.
Damien Thomas
Damien Thomas (April 11, 1942 Ismaïlia-) also known as Damian Thomas is an Egyptian actor.
He began his acting career in the mid-1960s in British television shows such as "The Saint" and "The Avengers". Thomas later transitioned to film and appeared in several notable movies, including "The Message" (1976), "Sinbad and the Eye of the Tiger" (1977), and "Return of the Jedi" (1983).
Outside of acting, Thomas has worked as a voice actor for television commercials and documentaries. He also served as a judge for the Miss Universe pageant in 1980. In recent years, he has largely retired from acting and has focused on his personal life.
Mohamed Khairy
Mohamed Khairy (October 16, 1942 Cairo-) is an Egyptian actor.
He started his acting career in the 1960s and gained popularity in the 1970s. Khairy has played many memorable roles in both movies and TV series, and has worked with some of the most renowned actors and directors in the Arab world. He has won multiple awards for his performances, including best supporting actor in the Cairo International Film Festival in 1977 for his role in "Ramadan 33". He is also known for his work as a voice actor, having dubbed foreign movies and TV shows into Arabic for many years. Khairy has been an active member of the Egyptian acting community for over 50 years and continues to act in both Egyptian and international productions.
Abdalah Mishrif
Abdalah Mishrif (February 15, 1942-) also known as Abdullah Moshref, Abdallah Mousharaf or Abdullah Mosharraf is an Egyptian actor.
He was born in Alexandria, Egypt and began his acting career in the late 1960s in Egyptian Cinema. Mishrif gained recognition for his performances in films such as "The Land", "The Last Night", and "I'm the One Who Loves You". He has also acted in several TV series, including "The Struggle", "The Mentor" and "The End".
Apart from acting, Mishrif has also worked as a voiceover artist, lending his voice to several animated films and TV shows. He has won numerous awards for his contributions to the industry including the Best Actor award at the Alexandria International Film Festival in 1976 for his role in "I'm the One Who Loves You". Mishrif continues to act and has been a prominent figure in Egyptian Cinema for over five decades.
Farouk El Rashedy
Farouk El Rashedy (January 20, 1942-) is an Egyptian actor and film director.
He was born in Alexandria, Egypt and started his acting career in the 1960s. El Rashedy has appeared in numerous Egyptian films and TV series throughout his career, and became known for his roles in socially and politically conscious works such as "Nasser 56" and "Al-Morafiqoon".
In addition to acting, El Rashedy has also directed several films, including "Al Dhoul" and "Al Tasgheer Fe Al Tawamees". He has received critical acclaim for his work as a director, winning several awards for his films.
El Rashedy is considered a legend of Egyptian cinema and has been honored with numerous awards for his contributions to the industry. He continues to act and direct today, and is highly respected by his colleagues and fans alike.
Ashraf Abdel Ghafour
Ashraf Abdel Ghafour (June 22, 1942 Cairo-) is an Egyptian actor. He has two children, Riham Abdel Ghafour and Tamer Abdel Ghafour.
Ashraf Abdel Ghafour studied engineering before pursuing a career in acting. He started his acting career in 1966 with a small role in the film "Mawad Gharam" and went on to star in numerous films and TV series over the years. He is known for his roles in popular Egyptian films such as "Al-Kitkat", "El Nazer", and "Al-irhab wal-kabab".
In addition to his successful acting career, Abdel Ghafour is also known for his philanthropic work. He has been involved in numerous charitable initiatives aimed at improving the lives of underprivileged communities in Egypt.
Abdel Ghafour has been awarded several honors throughout his career, including the distinguished Nile Award at the Cairo International Film Festival in 2015. Today, he remains a prominent figure in the Egyptian film industry and a beloved icon to many Egyptians.