Aya Samaha Biography: Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height, Husband, Movies, TV Series

Aya Allah Nasser Samaha, known professionally as Aya Samaha, is a rising Egyptian actress and model celebrated for her compelling performances in television and film.

She gained widespread recognition for her role as Huwaida Abdel Moniem in Paranoid (2020), Netflix’s first Egyptian original series, which marked her international breakthrough.

With a career spanning popular Ramadan dramas like El Soffara (2023) and Kamel El Adad (2023), as well as films such as Hepta: The Last Lecture (2016), Samaha has established herself as a versatile talent in the Egyptian entertainment industry, known for her charm, fashion sense, and ability to portray complex characters.

Profile

• Full Name: Aya Allah Nasser Samaha
• Stage Name: Aya Samaha
• Born: 31, March 1992
• Age: 33 years old
• Birthplace: Cairo, Egypt
• Nationality: Egyptian
• Occupation: Actress and Model
• Height: 1.70 m
• Parents: Maggi Mokhtar and Mr Samaha
• Siblings: Mohamed Samaha and Menna Samaha
• Spouse: Mohamed El Sebaei (m. 2020)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Aya Allah Nasser Samaha was born on March 31, 1992, in Cairo, Egypt, to her mother, Maggi Mokhtar, and her father, whose name is not publicly known and who passed away during her childhood.

She grew up alongside her siblings, Mohamed Samaha and Menna Samaha, the latter also an actress known for her role in B100 Wesh. Raised by her mother in a family with a strong artistic legacy—her father was involved in film production, and her grandmother was an artist and singer—Aya developed an early interest in acting.

Aya Samaha graduated from the Higher Institute of Theatrical Arts in Egypt, honing her craft through acting workshops with renowned coaches like Marwa Gebreel and Gerald James. Her ethnicity is Egyptian with Lebanese roots, and her religion is likely Islam, although this has not been publicly confirmed.

Career

Aya Samaha began her career in the entertainment industry as a model at age 11, participating in fashion shows and competitions that showcased her early charisma.

Discovered by artist Mohamed El Sharnouby, she made her acting debut in 2016 with a minor role in the film Hepta: The Last Lecture, directed by Hadi El Bagoury. A significant role followed this in the mystery drama Grand Hotel, in which she appeared in all 30 episodes.

Her early work in television included Ramadan series such as Hatha Al-Masa (2017) and Kaeno Embareh (2018), where she established a reputation for delivering nuanced performances in supporting roles.

Her breakthrough came in 2020 with Paranoid, Netflix’s first Egyptian original, where she played Huwaida Abdel Moniem in a supernatural series adapted from Ahmed Khaled Tawfik’s novels. The role elevated her regional and international profile, earning praise for her ability to convey emotional depth and nuance.

She continued to shine in Ramadan dramas, including Qabeel (2019), Qamar Hadi (2019), Khareg El Saytara (2021), and Rajaeen Ya Hawa (2022) alongside Khaled El-Nabawy.

In 2023, Samaha starred in two major series, El Soffara, where she played multiple versions of Sherine opposite Ahmed Amin, and Kamel El Adad, portraying Dina El Sherbiny’s sister.

Her performances in these series were lauded for their versatility, marking her transition to leading roles. She also collaborated with rapper Shaheen in the anthology series Hadath Bel Fael (2023), highlighting mental health issues.

Aya Samaha remains a prominent figure in Egyptian entertainment, with recent projects including the 2024 series Password, in which she stars alongside her husband, Mohamed El Sebaei, and upcoming releases in 2025, such as 6 Ayyam, Ashgal Shaqa Geddan, and One Last Sin. Her involvement in the 2025 film Min Ayam El Giza and the series El Nos reflects her continued demand in the industry.

In May 2025, she addressed a publicized dispute with actress Mishira Ismail at the Egyptian Actors’ Syndicate, affirming her respect for the syndicate’s ongoing investigation led by Dr. Ashraf Zaki.

Samaha’s fashion-forward presence and growing social media following of over 1.2 million on Instagram enhance her influence, positioning her as a talent to watch in Arab cinema and television.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @ayahsamaha
• Facebook Handle: Aya Samaha

Personal Life

Aya Samaha has been married to Mohamed El Sebaei, a film producer and actor, since 2020. The couple, who announced their engagement during the COVID-19 pandemic, often share glimpses of their relationship on social media, including their on-screen collaboration in the 2024 series Password.

They have no children. Aya is connected to a prominent artistic family through her husband, whose mother is producer Nahed Farid Shawqi, her sister is actress Nahed El Sebai, and her grandparents are legendary actors Farid Shawky and Hoda Sultan.

Filmography

•    Hepta: The Last Lecture (2016) – Film
•    Grand Hotel (2016) – TV Series
•    Hatha Al-Masa (2017) – TV Series
•    Kaeno Embareh (2018) – TV Series
•    Qabeel (2019) – TV Series
•    Qamar Hadi (2019) – TV Series
•    Paranoid (2020) – TV Series
•    Khareg El Saytara (2021) – TV Series
•   Rajaeen Ya Hawa (2022) – TV Series
•    Rania W Skeena (2022) – TV Series
•    Hadath Bel Fael (2023) – TV Series
•    El Soffara (2023) – TV Series
•    Kamel El Adad (2023) – TV Series
•    Password (2024) – TV Series
•    6 Ayyam (2025) – Film
•    Ashgal Shaqa Geddan (2025) – TV Series
•    El Nos (2025) – TV Series
•    One Last Sin (2025) – TV Series
•    Min Ayam El Giza (2025) – Film (Unreleased)

Net Worth

Aya Samaha’s estimated net Worth is USD 1 million. Her

income primarily comes from her acting roles in high-profile television series and films, including Paranoid, El Soffara, and Kamel El Adad.

Additional revenue is generated through modelling projects, brand endorsements, and her growing social media presence, which attracts sponsorships.