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Sherifa Maher

Acting
93 years oldCairo, Egypt

Biography

Egyptian actress Sherifa Mahear was born in 1932 in the Cairo neighborhood, Helwan. She graduated from a French high school and was discovered by the prominent Egyptian singer and musician Mohamed Abdel Wahab, who signed her on for a three year contract. She went on to work in cinema, appearing as both a singer and an actress. Mahear is best known for playing an an aristocratic woman and for her roles in the films: “Irham Dmoo’y” (Pity my Tears), “Karamet Zawgaty” (My Wife’s Dignity), Aaz El Habayeb" (Dearest Beloveds), and “El Masir” (Destiny).

Personal Details

Born
September 30, 1932
Gender
Female
Place of Birth
Cairo, Egypt
Known For
Acting

Also Known As

Sherifa Mahear
شريفة ماهر
Sherifa Mahir