Egyptian actor Samah Hussein has sparked a wave of sympathy and sorrow in recent hours after announcing the death of his nephew, Hamza, a tragedy that made his name trend across social media platforms and search engines.

Hussein shared the news on his Facebook account, writing: “{And what is the life of this world except the enjoyment of delusion} Indeed, to God we belong and to Him we shall return. Hamza, my nephew, a 4-year-old child, has passed away… May God grant patience to his mother and father.”

He added a heartfelt prayer: “O Allah, greatly reward them, weigh their scales heavily with good deeds, join him with the righteous predecessors, and place him under the care of Abraham, peace be upon him.”

Condolences and Support

Messages of condolences and sympathy poured in from followers, reflecting Hussein’s strong bond with his audience—not only for his artistic talent but also for his morals and continuous respect for people.

Samah Hussein is known for producing family-friendly and comedic works suitable for all ages, earning him wide appreciation, including recognition from the Egyptian President following the success of his Ramadan program “Qatayef”, which received acclaim from both the public and the presidency.