Somaya El-Alfy's funeral: The reason for Ahmed El-Fishawy's absence and details of the farewell
A pall of deep sorrow descended upon the Egyptian and Arab artistic community following the funeral of the esteemed actress Somaya El-Alfy , who passed away at the age of 72 after a long battle with illness. The funeral service was held yesterday afternoon, Saturday, December 20th, at the Mustafa Mahmoud Mosque in the Mohandessin district of Cairo, attended by a number of celebrities and relatives.
The reason for Ahmed El-Fishawy's absence from his mother's funeral
The funeral was notably missing her son, actor Ahmed El-Fishawy , which sparked numerous questions among the public and his followers. Sources close to the family revealed that the compelling reason for his absence was El-Fishawy's presence outside of Egypt, specifically in the United States on an artistic trip.
Sources confirmed that Ahmed El-Fishawy tried desperately to return to Cairo immediately upon receiving the shocking news, but flight schedules and distance prevented him from arriving in time for the funeral. He is expected to arrive within the next few hours to participate in receiving condolences and praying for his mother.
Omar El-Fishawy takes center stage
In the absence of his older brother, the younger son, Omar El-Fishawy, the responsibility of accompanying his mother's body. He appeared deeply moved as she was laid to rest in the family cemetery, representing his brother and the rest of the family. Dr. Ashraf Zaki, head of the Actors' Syndicate, confirmed that the syndicate oversaw all procedures to ensure the funeral was conducted in a manner befitting the late artist's legacy.
A harrowing journey with illness and a painful end
Somaya El-Alfy's passing comes after a long and arduous battle with cancer that lasted nearly six years, during which she underwent several surgeries and intensive treatment sessions. Despite her withdrawal from the public eye in her later years, she remained present in the hearts of her fans. Her last public appearance was behind the scenes of the film "Safah El Tagamoa" (The Tagamoa Killer) to support her son Ahmed, a scene that reflected the deep bond she shared with her children.
Somaya El-Alfy... an icon of Egyptian drama
The passing of Somaya El-Alfy is not just another death announcement; it is the loss of one of the most prominent figures in Egyptian drama during its golden age. The late actress shone brightly in the 1980s and 1990s, contributing timeless works to the Arab literary canon, most notably her roles in the epic drama "Layali El-Helmiya," the series "Raafat El-Haggan," and "Bawabet El-Halawani.".
Al-Alfi was distinguished by her serene features and refined performances, which earned her a place in the hearts of audiences for many years. With her passing, Somaya Al-Alfi joins her life partner and former husband, the late star Farouk El-Fishawy, bringing to a close the story of an artistic family that contributed greatly to Egyptian art, leaving behind an artistic legacy that will remain etched in the memory of generations.
