Egyptian Artist Tarek Al-Amir Passes Away Following Health Crisis

The Egyptian artist Tarek Al-Amir passed away on Wednesday after a sudden decline in his health, following a prolonged battle with illness at a major hospital in Cairo.
The funeral prayers will be held in the Egyptian capital.
A close source to the deceased revealed that the health crisis was due to coronary artery insufficiency, and Al-Amir had been unaware of his heart issues.
The source added that the artist recently experienced severe pain and lost consciousness, necessitating an emergency hospital visit where tests confirmed that his heart had stopped. Medical staff attempted to revive him, but ultimately he did not survive.
* Details on His Final Health Condition
The artist was hospitalized after his health worsened and he fell into a coma due to a severe bacterial infection that affected his lungs, leading to mucus buildup and breathing difficulties.
His sister, artist Lamia Al-Amir, reported that doctors had to postpone a planned tracheotomy intended to improve his breathing due to his critical and unstable condition.
Lamia stated that there were some positive indicators for kidney function that had stabilized prior to his death, but the heart muscle had ceased functioning hours before he passed away, and resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful.
* A Rich Artistic Career
Tarek Al-Amir, an Egyptian actor and writer, was born in 1965 in Cairo and began his artistic career in the 1990s. He played many supporting roles that left a lasting impression on audiences.
Some of his notable works include:
• "Elly Bali Balak" (2003) as Officer Hani, alongside artist Mohamed Saad.
• "Asal Aswad" (2010) as Abdel Moneim, with Ahmed Helmy.
• "Awkal" as Messaad.
• "Sena'a Fi Masr" (2014) as a police officer.
• He also made a mark as a writer for films such as: "Katkout", "Matb Sinaa'i", and "El Hob Keda".
* About His Sister Lamia Al-Amir
Lamia Al-Amir, born in 1957, is an Egyptian actress who began her career in the early 1980s, participating in theater, film, and television. She made a significant impact with her diverse roles, even though she was not always in the spotlight.
The death of Tarek Al-Amir represents a significant loss for Egyptian art, leaving behind a rich legacy in film and television that will remain in the memories of his fans.
