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Omar Sharif

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Omar Sharif Fast Facts:

Studied mathematics and physics in college, then worked for his family's lumber business after graduating.
Began acting in Egyptian movies in 1954; costarred with wife Faten Hamama in several films.
Became an international star after appearing in his first English-language film, Lawrence of Arabia (1962), for which he received an Oscar nomination; followed by such blockbusters as Doctor Zhivago (1965) and Funny Girl (1968).
An expert at bridge; has played bridge professionally and written/cowritten several books about the game.

Omar Sharif Relationships:
Claire (Saada) Shalhoub - Mother
Faten Hamama - Ex-wife
Joseph Shalhoub - Father
Tarek Sharif - Son
Omar Sharif Awards:
1963 Golden Globe: New Star of the Year - Actor - Winner
1963 Golden Globe: Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture - Winner
1966 Golden Globe: Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama - Winner
1962 Oscar: Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role - Nominee
College:
Cairo University, Giza, Egypt