Ibrahim El Shami

Ibrahim El Shami (July 3, 1921 – September 13, 1990) was an Egyptian actor and theater performer, known for his serious roles and strong characters in cinema and television.

🟢 Early Life & Background

Born in Abu Seir village, Gharbia Governorate, Egypt.

Obtained an industrial diploma.

Joined the Egyptian army and worked in the maintenance corps.

Participated in the 1948 Palestine War under the command of Ahmed Abdel Aziz and was captured along with actor Hassan Abdeen before being freed.

🎭 Acting Career

Started in religious theater, then moved to military theater, where he was a founding member while serving as an officer.

Joined the Muslim Brotherhood Theater Group, founded by Abdel Rahman El-Banna (brother of Hassan El-Banna), and took part in several stage productions.

Received a Distinction Medal from the Higher Institute of Theatrical Arts.

Became famous for his strong and villainous roles in Egyptian cinema.

🎬 Notable Films

✔ Between the Two Palaces (1964)

✔ The Second Wife (1967)

✔ The Land (1970)

✔ Execution of a Dead Man (1985)

✔ The Execution Battalion (1989)

✔ Provided the voice-over for the character Sharif Al-Gharyani in Omar Mukhtar (1982).

📺 Famous TV Series

📌 The Martyrs and the Tears

📌 Ali Al-Zaybak

📌 The Return of the Soul

🎭 Renowned Plays

🎭 Blood on the Curtains of the Kaaba (Starring Samiha Ayoub and Youssef Shaaban).

🏡 Personal Life & Death

Lived in Al-Hussein district, Cairo, until his passing.

Passed away on September 13, 1990, at the age of 69.

Ibrahim El Shami left a lasting impact on Egyptian cinema, theater, and television, with his name forever linked to serious and memorable roles.