• The deterioration of the artist’s condition prompted his transfer to the intensive care unit
• Doctors are closely monitoring his vital signs and oxygen levels

In alarming developments, the son of Egyptian artist shared updates on his father’s health, who is currently receiving treatment in an ICU at a private hospital in Cairo.

Ahmed Abu Zahra stated that his father’s condition worsened suddenly about two weeks ago, despite him having been living his normal life with his family and managing his health at home, according to his statements to an Arabic newspaper.

He added that a sudden loss of consciousness required urgent hospitalization, where he underwent a series of precise tests and analyses.

Ahmed explained that imaging results revealed an abnormal mass in the lung, raising doctors’ concerns about the possibility of it being a tumor, though a definitive diagnosis has not yet been made.

He noted that the medical team suggested an endoscopic procedure to determine the nature of the mass, but the patient’s overall deterioration—particularly severe breathing problems and repeated loss of consciousness—prevented any surgical intervention at this time.

Regarding his current condition, he clarified that basic vital indicators, such as kidney and liver function, blood sugar, and blood pressure, remain relatively stable, though the biggest challenge is low oxygen levels, which can only be managed with respiratory support devices.

He pointed out that the artist’s condition remains unstable, fluctuating between near-complete unconsciousness and brief limited responses, opening his eyes for moments when hearing family voices before slipping back into unconsciousness.

Consequently, doctors decided to keep him under close supervision in the ICU without setting a clear discharge date, as his condition remains critical.

It is worth noting that is one of the most prominent pillars of acting in Egypt, born in 1934 in Damietta, and graduated from the Higher Institute of Dramatic Arts in 1958 before joining the National Theatre.

His career spanned decades, featuring major works in theatre, television, and cinema, alongside notable contributions to voice acting, cementing his status as one of the leading stars of Arab arts.