Nour El-Sherif

Egyptian actor and producer in cinema

Nour El-Sherif - Egyptian actor and producer in cinema
Born

April 28th, 1946
79 years ago

Died

2015
10 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Egypt

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Gained prominence in Egyptian cinema during the 1960s. Worked in over 150 films and television series throughout a prolific career. Gained recognition for roles in popular films such as 'The Last Search' and 'The Night of Counting the Years'. Received numerous awards and accolades for performances, including the Best Actor award at the Cairo International Film Festival. Co-founded the Egyptian Actors' Guild and played a pivotal role in improving conditions for performers in the industry. Continued to work actively in film and television until retirement.

Starred in 'The Night of Counting the Years'

Received Best Actor award at Cairo International Film Festival

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