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Thuraya Fakhry

Thuraya Fakhry

Birthday: 1905-08-03 | Place of Birth: Zahle - Lebanon

An Egyptian actress of Lebanese origin. She was born in Zahle, Lebanon, to a middle-class family, as her father worked in the textile trade. She had the opportunity to receive some education, and as a child she was an actress, successfully playing the role of the mother in school parties. After completing her primary education, she joined one of the troupes that were widespread in Lebanon. She came to Egypt at the age of 25 with her father, who had liquidated his business in Lebanon and wanted to try his luck in Egypt. She and her father lived in Alexandria and joined Ali Al-Kassar's troupe. She continued acting, performing in approximately 32 plays with various theatrical troupes. She was famous for playing the role of the mother, but she also played the role of the elegant lady. Her features helped her stand out, and she also had a laugh with a special tone.

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Known For

Acting

Year
Title

Role

1965
Widow Wanted

as    Umm Ali

1964
Runaway from Marriage

as    Esther - Sarina's mother

1963
Serr el hareba

as    رسمية هانم

1962
The Black Candles

as    Halima

1962
The King of Petrol

as    Mabrouka

1961
Dearest Beloved

as    الخاطبه

1960
Sad Melody

as    Umm Mohamed

1959
Bein Al-Atlal

as    الدادا