May Calamawy
Actress known for 'Ramy' and 'Marvel's Moon Knight'
Born
October 28th, 1986
38 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Egypt
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Born in 1986, an Egyptian-Palestinian actress gained recognition through roles in television series and films. Played a significant role in the Hulu series 'Ramy', which explores the complexities of a Muslim-American family. Additionally, acted in the Marvel Cinematic Universe production 'Moon Knight', portraying a key character. This work contributed to rising visibility for Middle Eastern representation in mainstream media. Beyond acting, has participated in various interviews and panels discussing representation in the entertainment industry.
Appeared in the Hulu series 'Ramy'
Played a role in 'Marvel's Moon Knight'
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