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Remembering Magda El-Khatib on Her 80th Birth Anniv.


Mon 02 Oct 2023 | 09:27 PM
Ahmed Emam

Today (Oct.2) marks the 80th birth anniversary of Magda El-Khatib, who was one of the most popular Egyptian actresses and producers in Egypt's golden age of cinema.

Born in Cairo in 1943, she made her acting debut with a small role in the film “Hob wa Delaa” (Love and Endearment; 1959).

El-Khatib then went on to star in many notable films such as "Men Nazrat Ain" (2004), "Zaier El-Fager" (1975), and "Ahlam Umrena" (2005).

She is also known for her role in the 1987 film “El Bayt El Mela’un”, starring Kamal El-Shennawi. 

Throughout her career, El-Khatib starred in more than 130 works and won several awards, including the “Golden Pyramid” for her role in “Dalal Masriya” (Dalal, The Egyptian; 1966), which was her first leading role.

The iconic actress also won Best Actress for her role in the film “El-Tufaha” (The Apple).

Sadly, she passed away on November 17, 2006, in Cairo.