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Samia Gamal: Five people who have had an impact on my life

We are delighted to present an article written by Samia Gamal herself, featured in February 1952 magazine El Kawakeb. Samia shares her...

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Anna Radici Private Collection

The Raqs Sharqi Museum feels honoured to feature the gems of the private collection of Anna Radici, one of the museum's patrons, on its...

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The women King Faruk likes

This translated article is unique. Unlike most of the translated articles on this web, it is not coming from an Egyptian old magazine but...

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Oriental Fantasy and Golden Era belly dance

'High-waisted skirts is a 'must' for Golden Era belly dance', we might think. Even an idea of 'harem-style' dancing, big arm movements,...

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Samia Gamal in Iraq

We bring you a translation of an article written by Samia Gamal herself! This article was published in El- Kawakeb Magazine, on March...

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Samia Gamal Interview - Nora, part 2

Here I provide you with a translation of a third part of a four piece interview with Samia Gamal for Nora magazine (February 9th 1995)....

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Samia Gamal Interview - Nora, part 1

Here I present a translation of the first part of an extensive interview with Samia Gamal, from Nora Magazine, 26 Jan1995. The...

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Samia Gamal and her American love

The story of spontaneous marriage of Samia Gamal to a Texas millionaire, and their even more turbulent divorce.

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The story behind the famous photos of Samia Gamal

You have seen them. I am sure about it. Wonderful photos of Samia Gamal with light coming from her hips. These photos were used many...

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Samia Gamal in White Cargo - full interview

Samia Gamal spent a few short years in the United States. It was always her dream. During one of her visits to Paris, she met American...

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