| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Other Name | Amal Hijazyi |
| Full Name | Amal Mahmoud Hijazi |
| Profession(s) | Actress, Singer |
| Physical Stats | |
| Height (approx.) | 5' 7" (170 cm) |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | Brown |
| Career | |
| Debut | Music Album: Akher Gharam (2001) Single: Halan or Right Away (2000)  |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 20 February 1977 (Sunday) |
| Age (as of 2025) | 48 Years |
| Birthplace | Beirut, Lebanon |
| Zodiac sign | Pisces |
| Nationality | Lebanese |
| Hometown | Kfar Fila, Lebanon |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Architecture |
| Religion | Islam |
| Sect | Shia |
| Controversies | • Criticised for her T-Shirt After the release of her fourth music album in 2006, she faced huge criticism. In the song "Bayaa El Ward," she was seen wearing a T-shirt with a print promoting homosexuality. However, she put the blame on the director of the song and later, she held a press conference and apologised for the same. ((Elfann)) • Banned in Kuwait In 2007, she was banned in Kuwait as she had ties with a person with various controversies. She said that she tried to get the visa of the country multiple times but she was rejected without any proper reason. ((Arab News)) • Criticised for Disrespecting Religion In 2012, she was criticised for shooting a video in Al Hassan II Mosque. She was reportedly called out for insulting the religion. ((Albwaba)) • Criticised for Supporting Live-In Relationships In 2013, she was accused of promoting live-in relationships. She then appeared on a TV show to clear the rumours. She said that she would sue the website ad media houses who spread the fake news about her as it hurted her religious sentiments. ((Elfann)) • Tiff with a Music Label In 2014, the music label Rotana accused her for sending a few armed men to threaten the company's officials. However, she denied it and said that her problem was not with the music label but one of its managers. Later, she filed a case against the music label for non-payment of her fees. In 2017, both the parties settled the dispute. ((Elfann)) • Dispute with Singers She was once had a dispute with a Lebanese singer Elissa for stealing an jewelry company advertisement offer from her. However, with her continuous efforts, a day before the shoot of the advertisement of the jewelry company, Amal replaced Elissa. Reportedly, she often criticised Elissa's work in various interviews and public appearances. Later, she accused another singer Nawal Al Zoghbi for stealing her contract with the Kuwaiti optical company Fashion Look. She said that Nawal agreed to do the commercial on lesser fees than her. ((Elfann)) |
| Social Media | • Instagram • YouTube |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Boyfriends | • Charbel Doumit (director at artist management department in Rotana) • Mohammed Al-Bassam (owns a jewelry store) |
| Marriage Date | Year, 2008 |
| Family | |
| Husband/Spouse | Mohammed Al-Bassam |
| Children | Son- Karim Daughter- Lareen  |
| Parents | Mother- Nadia Kilany |
| Siblings | Brother- Ibrahim, Youssef, Ahmad, Mohamoud, Mustafa Note: She has five siblings. |
| Style Quotient | |
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Some Lesser Known Facts About Amal Hijazi
- Amal Hijazi grew up in Lebanon.
Amal Hijazi’s childhood picture
- Her father passed away when she was ten years old.
- She lived in France for a few years during the Lebanese Civil War.
- Amal started her career as a model.
- She was then discovered by an artist on the TV program Kass El Nojoum.
- From 2000 to 2001, she worked with the music label Dilara Master. From 2002 to 2003, she was associated with the Music Is My Life music label.
- In 2002, after the release of her music album Zaman, it was speculated that she underwent various cosmetic surgeries. However, she denied it and said that she only had rhinoplasty.
Zaman
- Amal has released songs in various music genres like Arabic pop music, Islamic, and the Music of Lebanon.
- She has released a few Arabic albums like Zaman (2002), Bedawwar A Albi (2004), Baya al Ward (2006), Keef el Amar (2008), and Waylak Min Allah (2010).
Waylak Min Allah
- Amal Hijazi was chosen to be the ambassador of Panasonic in the Middle East in 2003.
- Some of her Arabic songs are “Mistanie Eiy” (2004), “Baheb Nuoa Kalamak” (2007), “Ahla Ma Fel Eyyam” (2008), “Be3amelni” (2012), and “El Layli” (2015).
El Layli
- In 2004, she joined Stallions Records. In the same year, she signed a contract with Rotana Music House.
- She modelled for Lebanese designer Joe Raed for his line of wedding dresses in 2005.
- In 2008, she was ranked No. 8 in Arab Sexiest Women Alive.
- In 2015, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Initially, she did not refuse to accept it in public. She then took a break from her work and underwent chemotherapy.
- In September 2017, she announced her retirement from the music industry and her decision to wear a hijab. However, in December 2017, she released a song in honour of the Prophet Muhammad.
- Amal has been featured on the cover of various magazines.
Amal Hijazi featured on a magazine cover
- She is an avid animal lover and owns a few pet dogs.
Amal Hijazi with her pet dog
- In her leisure time, she enjoys travelling to different places and spending time with her family.
Amal Hijazi during her vacation
- She has performed at various stage shows and live concerts. She was once invited by the Jordan River Foundation to perform in a concert.
Amal Hijazi performing at an event
- Amal is often criticised for copying the Lebanese singer Elissa. However, she denied it and said that she had her unique style of singing.
- There were once allegations against her for criticising the singer Nancy Ajram for singing on stage during her pregnancy. However, Amal denied it.
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