Syrian actress Hoda Shaarawi dies aged 87

Published January 29th, 2026 - 01:09 GMT
Syrian actress Hoda Shaarawi dies aged 87
Syrian actress Hoda Shaarawi dies aged 87

ALBAWABA - Syrian actress Hoda Shaarawi, best known for her role as Um Zaki in Bab Al Hara, died at the age of 87, local media reported on Thursday.

The shocking news broke the hearts of many fans who loved the Syrian actress after they heard that she was killed at the hands of her housemaid.

The renowned artist Hoda Shaarawi was killed at her home in Damascus, and the Syrian Internal Security Forces have opened an investigation into the incident.

Sources told Bosta Drama that the deceased was murdered by her maid, who committed the crime and fled. 

Hoda was born on October 28, 1938, in Damascus, Syria, and she joined many successful series, including Ahl El Raya, Ahlam Abu El Hana, Ayam Shamiya, and Awdet Ghawar. In addition to her prominent role in Bab Al Hara as Um Zaki.