Famed actor Youssef Shaaban passed away at 89

Famed Egyptian actor Youssef Shaaban passed away yesterday at age 89 due to complications linked to covid-19, the local press reported. The actor had been in hospital care since last week. Shaaban — who announced his retirement in 2017 — made his big-screen debut in 1961, starring in over 300 films and TV series. He was also elected chairman of the Actors Syndicate for two terms, starting in 1997.