Rashwan Tawfiq: He was like a brother and a true support Rashwan Tawfiq: My relationship with the late actor dates back to 1955

Egyptian actor Rashwan Tawfiq mourned the late Abdel Rahman Abu Zahra during a phone interview, expressing his deep sorrow over the loss of his lifelong friend, stressing that his passing represents a great loss on both the human and artistic levels.

During his talk, Rashwan Tawfiq could not hold back his tears as he recalled his long relationship with the late actor, noting that he was not merely a colleague in the artistic community, but rather like a brother and a true support who stood by him in various situations.

He explained that his relationship with Abdel Rahman Abu Zahra dates back to 1955, when a long-standing friendship was formed between them over decades, evolving into a daily bond based on affection and mutual support, adding that he considered him “his closest friend.”

He added that the late actor possessed exceptional artistic talent and devoted his entire life to serving art, noting that he was always present in the details of his life, especially during difficult times, never hesitating to support and stand by him.

Rashwan Tawfiq revealed that Abu Zahra remained close to him even after the death of his wife and used to visit him regularly to check on him, stressing that these moments will remain deeply engraved in his memory.

At the end of his statement, Rashwan Tawfiq extended his condolences to the family of the late actor, speaking with his son Dr. Ahmed, who informed him that visits had been restricted in recent times due to his father’s health condition, praying for mercy and forgiveness for him, and affirming that the artistic community has lost a great human and artistic value.