In her first statement following the passing of her husband, the renowned actor Hassan Youssef, retired actress Shams El-Baroudy shared an emotional farewell on her Facebook account.
She expressed her deep sorrow for his loss, affirming her acceptance of God's will by saying, "I thank and praise God, accepting His decree.
My comfort is in knowing this world is fleeting, and each of us will leave it in our destined time."
Shams El-Baroudy Emotional Tribute to Late Husband Hassan El-Baroudy reflected on their 52 years together, describing the profound bond she shared with her late husband. She portrayed Youssef as a loving and caring husband who provided her with a sense of security and peace throughout their life together.
Recalling their final moments together, she mentioned how he held her hand and reassured her, promising that they would meet again in the hereafter, God willing, among the devout. In words filled with love and devotion, she said, "Your parting is not goodbye, my love, but a promise of reunion with my beloved."
Shams El-Baroudy and Hassan Youssef married in 1972, sharing over five decades together. They starred in several films together, including A Journey of Love and And There Was Love, before El-Baroudy decided to retire from acting and don the hijab in the mid-1980s.
Hassan Youssef passed away at the age of 90, leaving behind a rich legacy in the world of Egyptian cinema and a love story that continues to resonate in the hearts of their fans and admirers.
