Talaat Zakaria
Talaat Zakaria | |
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 Zakaria in 2010 | |
| Born | Talaat Zakaria Mohamed Youssef 18 December 1960 |
| Died | 8 October 2019 (aged 58) |
| Alma mater | The Higher Institute of Dramatic Art of Egypt |
| Occupation | Actor |
Talaat Zakaria (Arabic: طلعت زكريا; [1] was an Egyptian actor who was well known for his comedy roles.[2]
Biography
In 2005, Talaat Zakaria earned his breakthrough when he played his first leading role in the film Haha w Tofaha, alongside Egyptian actress Yasmin Abdulaziz The film marked his transition from supporting roles to becoming a comedic leading man in Egyptian cinema.[3]
Throughout his career, he appeared in numerous films that left an impression on Egyptian audiences, including Sayyad Al-Yamam, Sayed Al-Atefi, Abu Ali, Mr. Abu Arabi Wasl, Harim Karim, El-Feel Fil Mandeel, Tabbakh El-Raes, and Ew’a Weshak. He also worked alongside some of Egypt’s biggest stars, including Adel Imam and Samir Ghanem.[4]
Zakaria became particularly known for his comedic performances, with roles in El-Feel Fil Mandeel, Haha w Tofaha, Tabbakh El-Raes, Harim Karim, Ghabi Meno Feh, Abu Ali, Oukal, and El-Tagroba El-Danemarkia. Many of his performances remain recognizable to Egyptian audiences, with clips and quotes from his work continuing to circulate on social media.[5]
Zakaria died on 8 October 2019 from an inflammation of the brain at age 58.[6]
Filmography
| Year | Movie | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Ragol ul-Abiad al-Motawaset | Police Officer | |
| Walla fi Elniya Ab'a | Police Officer | |
| 2001 | Ga'ana alBayan Eltaly | Affifi |
| 2002 | Haramiyya fi KG2 | Sibae’i |
| 2003 | Kalem Mama | Meligy |
| 2003 | Al-Tagroba Al-Danemarkeya | Police Officer |
| 2003 | "Haramiyyah fi Tayland | |
| 2004 | Ew'a weshak | Hassan |
| 2004 | Ghabi meno fih | Nossa |
| 2004 | Owkal | |
| 2005 | Abu Ali | Amin |
| 2005 | Abu Al-Arabi | Shampo |
| 2005 | Haha w Tofaha | Haha |
| 2005 | Sayed El Atefy | Friend of Sayed |
| 2005 | Harim Karim | Talaat |
| 2006 | Kalam fil Hob | Hassan |
| 2006 | Qesset ilhai ilshaaby | Mansor |
| 2008 | Tabakh El Rayyes | Metwali |
| 2009 | Sayyad Elyamam | Farag |
| 2011 | Elfeel Fil Mandeel | Saied Harakat |
Television
| Year | Show | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Mabrok Galak Ala' | Police Officer |
| 2007-2015 | Super Henedy | Talaat (voice) |
| 2010 | Mn Ghir Ma'ad | |
| 2013 | El Arraf | |
Theatre
- Du Re Me Fasolia
- El-Boubou
- War'a kol Magnon Emra'a
- Kahyon Rabah Mellion
- Sokar hanem
- We Ba'deen?
References
- ↑ "كل سنة وأنت طيب.. رسالة إيمى لوالدها الفنان طلعت زكريا بمناسبة عيد ميلاده الـ58". youm7.com (in Arabic). 18 December 2018.
- ↑ "Talaat Zakaria". Perfery. Retrieved 24 August 2026.
- ↑ "Egyptian Actor and Comedian Talaat Zakaria Dies at 58". Egyptian Streets. Egyptian Streets. 8 October 2019. Retrieved 24 August 2026.
- ↑ "Egyptian comic actor Talaat Zakaria dies at 58". Ahram Online. Ahram Online. 8 October 2019. Retrieved 24 August 2026.
- ↑ "Farewell to Egyptian comic actor Talaat Zakaria". Amwal Al Ghad. Amwal Al Ghad. 8 October 2019. Retrieved 24 August 2026.
- ↑ "Egyptian Actor and Comedian Talaat Zakaria Dies at 58". Egyptian Streets. 8 October 2019.