Egyptian actor Hamdy El-Merghany announces divorce from Israa Abdel Fattah after nine years
Hamdy El-Merghany has confirmed his separation from actress Israa Abdel Fattah after nine years of marriage, asking for privacy as they co-parent their daughter.
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AIEgyptian actor Hamdy El-Merghany has announced his separation from his wife, actress Israa Abdel Fattah, ending a nine-year marriage that produced a single daughter, six-year-old Tamara.
El-Merghany shared the news via an Instagram Story, stating that the decision to separate came after careful consideration and prayer. He emphasized the mutual respect and appreciation between them.
He added that he will continue to hold respect for Israa Abdel Fattah, wishing them both peace and success in the future. He also urged everyone to respect their privacy and focus on their daughter's upbringing away from rumors.
The couple had faced tensions in recent months, with rumors of a split circulating last October. At the time, they remained silent, and Israa later posted a family photo to deny the speculation.
Hamdy El-Merghany and Israa Abdel Fattah met while working together in the Masrah Masr theater troupe, founded by Ashraf Abdel Baqi, and married in 2017 in a ceremony attended by many celebrities.