Egyptian actors who deceased in 1997
Here are 2 famous actors from Egypt died in 1997:
Georges Guétary
Georges Guétary (February 8, 1915 Alexandria-September 13, 1997 Mougins) also known as Georges Guetary, Lambros Worloou or Georges Lambros was an Egyptian actor, opera singer, singer, dancer and cabaret artist. His children are called Helene Guetary and François Guétary.
Georges Guétary began his career as an opera singer and performed in various operas during the 1930s. He then transitioned to become a popular singer and actor in films such as "Les trois cloches" and "Serenade." He also appeared in Broadway productions such as "Can-Can" and "Billion Dollar Baby."
Guétary was known for his charming personality and his dashing good looks. He became a heartthrob in France and was considered one of the most popular entertainers of his time. He also made numerous television appearances and continued to perform on stage throughout his career.
In addition to his entertainment career, Guétary was also involved in politics. He served as a member of the French National Assembly from 1958 to 1967, representing the Union for the New Republic.
Guétary passed away in 1997 in Mougins, France, at the age of 82. He was remembered as a beloved entertainer and a cultural icon of his time.
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Shoukry Sarhan
Shoukry Sarhan (March 12, 1925 Al Sharqia Governorate-March 29, 1997 Cairo) a.k.a. Mohammad Shoukry Al Husseini Sarhan, Choukri Sarhane, Shukry Sarhan or Mohamed Shukry Sarhan was an Egyptian actor.
He started his acting career in the 1940s as a theatre actor and made his film debut in 1952. He gained recognition for his role in the film "The Ghost" in 1960, which propelled him to stardom. Throughout his career, he starred in over 150 films and was known for his versatility as an actor, being able to adapt to various roles ranging from comedic to dramatic.
Sarhan was also a writer and director, having directed several films and authored several books. He was awarded the Best Actor award at the 1974 Cannes Film Festival for his role in the film "The Dupes". Sarhan was also recognized for his contributions to the arts and was awarded the Order of the Republic, the highest civilian honor in Egypt.
After his death in 1997, the annual Shoukry Sarhan Award was established in his honor to recognize outstanding contributions to Egyptian cinema.
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