Here are 2 famous actors from Egypt died in 1981:
Mounir Mourad (January 13, 1922 Cairo-October 17, 1981) also known as Morice Zaki Mourad Assoulin was an Egyptian actor.
He appeared in over 90 films throughout his career, including "Mafish Fayda" (1955), "Saladin and the Crusaders" (1963), and "The Mummy's Revenge" (1975). Mourad was also a trained musician and played several instruments, including the violin, flute, and accordion. He began his acting career in the 1940s and quickly became a popular comedic actor in Egyptian cinema. In addition to his work on the big screen, Mourad also had success on television and radio. He was known for his unique sense of humor and his ability to bring laughter to audiences. Mourad passed away in 1981 at the age of 59, leaving behind a legacy as one of Egypt's most beloved actors.
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Omar Khorshid (October 9, 1945 Al Sharqia Governorate-May 29, 1981 Giza) was an Egyptian guitarist, actor and film score composer.
Khorshid was known for his innovative technique in blending Western guitar styles with traditional Middle Eastern and Egyptian music. He was a prolific artist and played on over 300 albums for various artists across different genres, including classical, pop, and rock. Khorshid gained international recognition when he toured with legendary Egyptian singer Oum Kalthoum in the 1970s. In addition to his music career, Khorshid also starred in several films, including "El Naser Salah el Dine" and "Al Haram". He tragically passed away at the age of 35 in a car accident in Giza, leaving behind a legacy as one of Egypt's most talented musicians.
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