Egyptian Artist Abdel Jawad Metwally Passes Away at 87

Abdel Jawad Metwally, the esteemed Egyptian artist, passed away on Sunday at the age of 87, following a prolonged battle with chronic illnesses, including diabetes and hypertension, which had kept him away from the stage for several years.

A family source confirmed that Metwally spent his final days surrounded by loved ones who cared for him, and he was hospitalized multiple times before his passing.

Born in 1939, Metwally exhibited a passion for the arts from a young age, though he initially pursued various jobs before seizing his opportunity in the entertainment industry.

His career left a significant mark on television, film, and theater, with memorable roles in:

• TV Series: "Saber ya Am Saber" (1984), "Burj Al-Akaber" (1987), "Souq Al-Asr" (2001), and "La tía Nour" (2003) alongside Nabila Obeid.

• Films: "Ishmawi" (1987), "Nisf Dasat Majanine" (1991) where he played Dr. Ezzat, the hospital director, "Imra'a Ayla Lil-Suqut" (1992), and "La Emperatriz" (1999).

He gained acclaim for his final series "Hamdallah Ala Al-Salama" (2007), which depicted the story of a train conductor approaching retirement and leading the railway drivers' association, featuring a talented cast that included:

Hassan Hosny, Hala Fakher, Abdel Aziz Makhyoun, Sabri Fawaz, Tarek Lotfy, and Shawqi Al-Shamikh, written by Mona Shabait and directed by Mohamed Abdel Aziz.

Abdel Jawad Metwally's artistic legacy is rich, blending comedy and drama, and has significantly shaped Egyptian art over the decades, ensuring that his name remains etched in the memories of his audience.