Amr Diab fan clarifies viral interaction at El Gouna festival

Khuloud Hafez, the fan involved in a viral video with Egyptian singer Amr Diab, has addressed the controversy surrounding her interaction with the artist. During a concert held on the sidelines of the 9th El Gouna Film Festival, Hafez expressed her affection for the singer, to which Diab responded by saying, “I am as old as your father,” and adding, “What is happening? Calm down.”

In a video posted to social media, Hafez clarified that her comments were a spontaneous expression of admiration for his musical career and success. She stated that she is like millions of other fans who appreciate his art and that her excitement led to the moment being misunderstood. She emphasized that her feelings were strictly professional appreciation for his status as an artist.