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Mena Massoud is an Egyptian-born Canadian actor best known for starring as Aladdin (2019), with notable roles in film and TV including Jack Ryan and The Royal Treatment.
Mena Massoud is an Egyptian-born Canadian actor best known for starring as Aladdin (2019), with notable roles in film and TV including Jack Ryan and The Royal Treatment.
Mena Mansour Massoud (born September 17, 1991) is an Egyptian-born Canadian actor who gained international recognition for playing the title role in Disney’s live-action Aladdin (2019). His performance earned him nominations at the Teen Choice Awards and National Film & TV Awards. Before his breakthrough, he appeared in Canadian productions such as Open Heart (2015), and later starred in Amazon Prime’s Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan (2018), Hulu’s Reprisal (2019), Netflix’s The Royal Treatment (2022), and the horror film The Sacrifice Game (2023), which he also executive produced. Born in Cairo, Egypt, to Coptic Orthodox Christian parents, Massoud immigrated to Canada at the age of three. Raised in Ontario, he attended St. Brother André Catholic High School and initially pursued neuroscience at the University of Toronto before shifting his focus to acting. He later graduated from Ryerson University’s Theatre Performance program in 2014. Today, Massoud is celebrated for his diverse roles across film and television, as well as his contributions as an actor and producer.
Mena Mansour Massoud (born September 17, 1991) is an Egyptian-born Canadian
actor who gained international recognition for playing the title role in Disney’s live-action Aladdin (2019). His performance earned him nominations at the Teen Choice Awards and National Film & TV Awards. Before his breakthrough, he appeared in Canadian productions such as Open Heart (2015), and later starred in Amazon Prime’s Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan (2018), Hulu’s Reprisal (2019), Netflix’s The Royal Treatment (2022), and the horror film The Sacrifice Game (2023), which he also executive produced. Born in Cairo, Egypt, to Coptic Orthodox Christian parents, Massoud immigrated to Canada at the age of three. Raised in Ontario, he attended St. Brother André Catholic High School and initially pursued neuroscience at the University of Toronto before shifting his focus to acting. He later graduated from Ryerson University’s Theatre Performance program in 2014. Today, Massoud is celebrated for his diverse roles across film and television, as well as his contributions as an actor and producer.
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Personal details
- Alternative names Mena Massoud
- Height 5′ 8″ (1.73 m)
- Born September 17, 1991 · Cairo, Egypt
- Spouses
- Emily Shah
- Relatives Marian Massoud (sister), Margaret Massoud (sister)
- Other works
- Producer, Author
FAQ
Mena Massoud is best known for playing the title role in Disney’s live-action Aladdin (2019).
He was born in Cairo, Egypt, and immigrated to Canada with his family when he was three years old.
Yes, after initially pursuing neuroscience at the University of Toronto, he switched to acting and graduated from Ryerson University’s Theatre Performance program in 2014.
Yes, he authored the plant-based cookbook Evolving Vegan (2020) and is active in promoting vegan lifestyles.
Apart from Aladdin, he appeared in Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan (2018), Hulu’s Reprisal (2019), Netflix’s The Royal Treatment (2022), and produced/starred in The Sacrifice Game (2023).
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Trivia
Mena Massoud almost pursued a career in medicine before shifting to acting.
He speaks both English and Arabic.
Quotes
“Representation matters, and I’m proud to be part of telling stories that inspire people.”
“I want to break barriers and show that Middle Eastern actors can lead Hollywood films.”
Trademarks
Known for his Middle Eastern representation in Hollywood
Passionate advocate for veganism
Nicknames
Mena.
Prince Ali
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