Hassan Hosny
Egyptian actor and comedian (1936–2020)
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Hassan Hosny (Arabic: حسن حسني) (June 19, 1936 – May 30, 2020) was an Egyptian actor and comedian. Widely regarded as a veteran of Egyptian cinema, his acting career spanned over 50 years and included performances in almost 500 films, television programs and theatre plays.[1] He has been referred to as the Joker of Egyptian cinema.[2]
Hassan Hosny | |
|---|---|
| حسن حسني | |
| Born | June 19, 1936 Cairo, Egypt |
| Died | May 30, 2020 (aged 83) Dar Al Fouad, Cairo, Egypt |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1961–2020 |
| Spouse | Magda Himaida |
| Children | 3 |
Biography
Hassan Hosny was born in the citadel district of Cairo on June 19, 1936.[3]Tarek El Shennawi mentioned in his book "Hassan Hosny Al Meshakhasaty" that Hassan Hosny was born on June 19, 1936, yet several other sources mistakenly reported that he was born on October 15, 1931.}} Born to an entrepreneur father named Hosny, he lost his mother when he was six years old. Described as a thespian during his school years, Hassan Hosny started acting in the 1960s in theatre plays as part of the Egyptian military's theatrical group.[2] At the beginning of his career, Hosny appeared in minor roles in several films, including La Wakt Lel Hob (No Time for Love) in 1963 and Bent el-Heta (Neighborhood’s Girl) in 1964.
The 1970s brought new opportunities for Hosny, as he appeared in numerous films, including Sook el-Hareem (Females’ Market), Hob Wa Kebreya’a (Love and Pride), Madinat el-Samt (City of Silence), among others.[3]
His breakthrough role came when he starred as a corrupt civil servant in the popular TV show 'My Dear Children, Thank You'.[1] He then collaborated in major TV shows with superstars Faten Hamama, Salah Zulfikar and Farid Shawqi. Popularly known for his comedic style, he also established himself as a serious actor in dramas.[1] During the 1980s, Hosny continued to appear in successful films, including Sawa’a el-Otobees (The Bus Driver), directed by Atef El-Tayeb. His performance in the film further established him as a talented actor and marked a significant turning point in his career, particularly by highlighting his ability to portray villainous characters convincingly.
Hosny continued his collaboration with El-Tayeb in several films, including El-Bare’e (The Innocent) in 1985 and El-Horoob (The Getaway) in 1991. Throughout his career, he also worked with numerous prominent Egyptian directors, including Mohamed Khan, Osama Fawzy, and Dawood Abdel Sayed.[3]
He married Magda in 1995, and they together had three daughters and a son. One of his daughters died of lymphoma.[4]
During the 2000s, Hassan Hosny achieved further success as a veteran comedian, taking on increasingly significant roles in films.[3]
Hosny was cast in famous egyption movies such as El Basha Telmiz, Ahlam Al-Fata Al-Tayesh, Bobbos, Askar Fi El-Mu’askar, Ya Ana Ya Khalty, Bouha, Ga3alatny Mogreman, Katkout, El nazer, Africano, El lembi, Ghabi Minno Fih, Zaki Chan, Abood Ala el-Hodood" (Abood on The Border), Sarek El Farah, Al Masateel and many others.[5][6] Hosny’s strong sense of humor established him as one of the most prominent comedic actors in Egyptian cinema over the last two decades.[3] His theatrical career also includes several highly successful plays, such as Hazemny Ya and Tara’eo, among others.[3]
In the 2018 Cairo International Film Festival, he was awarded the Faten Hamama award in recognition of his lifetime achievements and contribution to Egyptian cinema. At the ceremony, Hosny commented that he was extremely happy to accept the award while he was still alive.[1][7]
Death
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | The Next-Door Girl | ||
| 1969 | Women's Market | ||
| 1975 | Karnak Café | Waiter | |
| 1980 | Long Days | ||
| 1982 | Qahwet al Mawardy | Ghubashi | |
| Sawak al-Utubis | |||
| 1986 | Naassaf Lehaza Al Khataa | Shafiq | |
| Adieu mon fils | |||
| Al Baree' | Faheem | ||
| 1987 | El Badroon | Sheikh Qaysoon | |
| The Wife of an Important Man | Minister of Interior Assistant | ||
| 1989 | El Zalem Wel Mazloom | Ibrahim Al Noss | |
| Grandsons Conflict | |||
| 1991 | Abu Kartonah | Mahran Beh | |
| Al Masateel | Talaat | ||
| Al Feraa 12 | |||
| 1992 | El Haggama | ||
| Demaa Ala Al Esfelt | Kamal Nor Al Hassan | ||
| Fatheya and the Mercedes | |||
| Al-Qatila | |||
| 1993 | Fares al-madina | Abdulazim Al Qurunfulli | |
| Lieah ya banafsieg | |||
| A Citizen Under Investigation | Murad Mansour | ||
| 1994 | Sarek al-farah | Rokba | |
| 1995 | Bakhit and Adeela | ||
| 1996 | Meet Ful | ||
| Afarit el-asphalt | |||
| Nasser 56 | Hamed | ||
| 1997 | Woman and Five Men | The First Man | |
| Afreet El Nahar | Mazhar | ||
| Bakhit and Adeela 2 | Cameo role | ||
| Al Batal | |||
| 1999 | Aboud on the Boarder | Abdo | |
| El-Farah | Mansour | ||
| 2000 | The Headmaster | Sayed | |
| 2001 | Africano | Shakir | |
| A Marriage by Presidential Decree | |||
| Son of Wealth | |||
| 2002 | Adams Way | ||
| Sehr El Oyoun | Shamardal | ||
| El-Limby | Bakhr | ||
| Divorce Attorney | Dad | ||
| 2003 | Qalb jari' | ||
| Mido mashakel | Saber Aref | ||
| Kallem mama | |||
| Askar fi el-mu'askar | Hasanien | ||
| Elly baly balak | Adham | ||
| 2004 | First Year Con | Hassan | |
| El basha telmiz | General Azmy | ||
| The Best of Times | Salma's father | ||
| Okal | |||
| Ghabi mino fih | Dhabsh | ||
| Khali min al colestrol | |||
| 2005 | Zaki Chan | Salem Al Asyouty | |
| Farhan melazem adem | |||
| Hamada yelab | Elsayed ahmad abd elsalam | ||
| Either Me or My Auntie | |||
| Booha | Farag | ||
| Eial Habeba | |||
| Dars khososy | Shehata | ||
| Laylat Seqout Baghdad | Shaker | ||
| Gai Fel Saree | |||
| 2006 | Haha we tofaha | ||
| Al-ghawas | |||
| Lakhmet ras | Saber | ||
| She Made Me a Criminal | Adham El Shazly | ||
| Katkout | Kamel | ||
| Ayazon | Sayed Abo Ghaly | ||
| 2007 | Rash Boy Dreams | Farid | |
| Karkar | Asem | ||
| Lion & Four Cats | |||
| Kharej ala el kanoun | Sayed | ||
| 2008 | Doctor Silicon | Doctor Silicon | Lead role |
| Boushkash | |||
| H Dabor | Dabour | ||
| Shebh Monharef | |||
| My Sleeping Lover | Fayez | ||
| Ehna Etaabelna abl keda | Abdellatif | ||
| 2009 | Bedoon Reqaba | ||
| El Farah | Shawky | ||
| Bobbos | Abdel Monsef | ||
| El Dictator | The Dictator | ||
| 2010 | Sameer & Shaheer & Baheer | Shaheer | |
| The Mysterious Man by himself | Prime Minister | ||
| 2011 | Hello Cairo | Ashoor | |
| Ibqa Qabilni | |||
| 2012 | On My Dead Body | Nouh | |
| The Player | Badran | ||
| 2013 | My Aunt's Theory | Captain Hassan | |
| Tom wa Jimi | |||
| Qalb el-Asad | |||
| Al Ashash | Sheik Yousef | ||
| 2014 | Meraty w Zawgaty | ||
| 2015 | Captain Masr | Lt. Sedki | |
| Hayati Mebahdelah | |||
| Nom el-Talat | |||
| The Fourth Generation | Interior Minister | ||
| 2016 | Dhay Fe Abu Dhabi | ||
| Under Table | |||
| 2017 | Dhhayy fi Thailand | ||
| 2018 | Uqdat el-Khawagah | ||
| El Badla | |||
| 2019 | Coffee Egypt Stock Exchange | ||
| Khayal Maata | Khalil | Last film role. |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Appearances |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Anonymous Number | Episode 5, 6 | |
| 1978 | How to Lose a Million Pounds | Mamdouh Abdulfattah | Episode 3 |
| 1979 | Abnaie Al Aezzaa Shokran | Fathi | Episode 1 |
| 1980 | Illusion and Truth | Rushdy | Episode 2, 8 |
| 1982 | Detective Inspector | Episode 3, 6, 7 | |
| 1987 | Diplomatic Love | ||
| Le club des immortels | Ahmed | ||
| El Bashayer | Episodes 6, 8-13 | ||
| 1990 | Raafat Al Haggan | Joseph Alazra'a | 15 episodes |
| 1992 | El Mal We El Banon | Sharabi Abdulazeem Sharabi | 19 episodes |
| 1996 | Abu Al Elaa 90 | Younus Abu Simmana | 25 episodes |
| 1997 | Alless Allazi Ohibouh | Ibrahim Al Asyouti | Episode 1 |
| 1999 | Om Kulthum | Sheikh Ibrahim | 9 episodes |
| 2000 | Wagh el qamar | 16 episodes | |
| 2001 | Al Nisaa Qadimoon | Boutros Mankerios | Episode 1 |
| 2002 | Amira fi Abdeen | ||
| Ayna qalbi | Murshidy | 3 episodes | |
| Al-Bahhar Mondi | Zeghdana's Father | ||
| 2003 | Malak rohi | Sa'eed | |
| 2004 | Mahmoud the Egyption | ||
| Leqaa ala al hawaa | Ghareeb Badran | Episode 1 | |
| 2006 | Bent Benout | ||
| 2007 | Critical Moments | 2 episodes | |
| Imra'ah Fi Shaq Al-Ti'ban | |||
| 2010 | al-A'ar | Abdulsttar Layl | Episode 1 |
| 2011 | Sayein Dayein | Azmi | |
| 2014 | Super Henedi | Episode 3 | |
| 2015 | The Bum | Taymoor | |
| 2018 | The Godfather: Part 2 | Zekry | |
| Rahem | Bader Al Seyoufi | ||
| Al-Khawaga's Dilemma |
Theater
- When father sleeps
- The nightmare
- On the sidewalk
- El wad Shatara
- Walnut and almond
- Afrotto
- Wives of Hala
- The House of the Late
- Beautiful explosion
- Mind you crazy
- Endurance in the hands of my mother-in-law
- Hold me tight
- Me, her and the Computer
- The Hanim's car
- Girls Marriage
- Sons of Raya and Sakina
- Extra sugar
- Cinderella and praise
- Nonsense
- Cream and honey
- Tarzan
- Red love
- The swing
- Foolish
- Musaylimah the liar
- Game of Love
- The Bomb of the Season
- Hiran dumps