Naima Akef

About

Egyptian actress and belly dancer who appeared in many films from 1949 to 1964.

Before Fame

She began performing in the circus when she was 4 years old as an acrobat.

Trivia

She received her first acting role in the film, Aish Wal Malh, in 1949.

Family Life

Her parents were acrobats in the Akef Circus, which was run by her grandfather.

Associated With

She was born in the same country as fellow actress Mona Zaki.