Egypt: Artist Mohamed El-Tagi dies at 72 after a battle with illness Egyptian actor Mohamed El-Tagi passed away Sunday evening at the age of 72, after a long and distinguished career spanning many years, during which he performed dozens of roles that made him one of the most prominent figures in Egyptian drama and cinema.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Ashraf Zaki, head of the Actors’ Syndicate, confirmed the news of El-Tagi’s death, explaining that the funeral procession for the late actor will take place Monday afternoon from Al-Thawra Mosque in the Salah Salem area, amidst an atmosphere of grief among his colleagues and fans.