Nour El-Sherif was an Egyptian actor known for his roles in “Leila Sakhina,” “Al-Ragol Al-Akhar,” and “El Hag Metwali’s Family.” Born on April 28, 1946, he became one of Egypt’s most renowned actors before he passed away on August 11, 2015, from lung cancer.
Personal and Family Life
Nour El-Sherif was born Mohamed Jaber and was married to actress Poussi from 1972 until their divorce in 2006. Together, they had two daughters, Sarah and Mai, the latter of whom also pursued a career in acting. Before his acting career, Nour was a football player, showcasing his athletic talents.
Death and Legacy
Nour El-Sherif died on August 11, 2015, in Cairo, Egypt, after battling lung cancer. His contributions to Egyptian cinema have left a lasting impact, and he is remembered for his powerful performances and dedication to the art of acting. A commemorative postage stamp in his honor was issued in November 2016, reflecting his status as a beloved figure in Egyptian culture.
Filmography
Title | Release Date | Character |
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عمارة يعقوبيان | 2006-06-01 | Hajj Muhammad Azzam |
العار | 1982-10-11 | Kamal |
المصير | 1997-08-18 | Averroes/Ibn Rushd |
مسجون ترانزيت | 2008-08-10 | Chief Shawki / Adel Orabi |
حدوتة مصرية | 1982-09-27 | Yehia Shukri Murad |
المطارد | 1985-08-19 | Samaha el nagy |
مدرسة المشاغبين | 1973-12-31 | بهجت الأباصيري |
الطاووس | 1982-09-27 | Hamdi Suleiman |
قلب الليل | 1989-10-02 | Jaafar Ibrahim Sayed Al-Rawi |
دم الغزال | 2005-09-20 | Gaber Amesh |