Jack Barakat is a popular Lebanese-American guitarist who gained fame as a member of the well-acclaimed band “All Time Low”. Alongside his school friend Marc Shilling, Barakat founded the band in 2003 under the name “NeverReck”. They were later joined by drummer Yanni Giannaros and lead vocalist Alex Gaskarth. Starting off as a nerdy school … Read more
Marcel Khalifé, a Lebanese musician and singer, is widely recognized as one of the most celebrated artists in the Arab world. With a passion for music that began in his early years, Khalifé honed his skills as an oud player, pushing the boundaries of the instrument and creating music that defied conventions. His compositions, blending … Read more
Stephen Douglas Kerr is a former professional basketball player and coach who is currently affiliated with the Golden State Warriors. With five NBA championships under his belt, Kerr has had an illustrious career both on and off the court. Born and raised in the Middle East, he attended Palisades Charter High School before playing college … Read more
Yasmine Al Massri is a Lebanese-American actress, dancer, and human rights activist. She gained recognition for her roles as the twin sisters Nimah and Raina Amin on ABC’s series ‘Quantico,’ starring alongside Priyanka Chopra. With a diverse artistic background in dance, Massri has explored various genres including classical, world folklore, Salsa, Flamenco, Arab, and African … Read more
Amal Clooney, a Lebanese-British barrister, human rights activist, and philanthropist, has gained international acclaim for her long and accomplished career in international law and human rights. With a prestigious education from Oxford University and New York University School of Law, she has represented high-profile clients, including nation-states like Armenia in their fight for recognition of … Read more
Deyana Mounira, a Lebanese bikini model, host, belly dance instructor, and Instagram star, has recently gained attention due to a controversial accusation made by Tony Toutouni, an Iranian-American billionaire and social media influencer. Originally from Lebanon, Mounira moved to the United States with her family. While she initially had a low profile on social media, … Read more
Daniella Semaan, a Lebanese model and the wife of Spanish football star Cesc Fàbregas, has had a tumultuous personal life. With five children, three with Cesc and two from her previous marriage, Daniella’s divorce from real-estate tycoon Elie Taktouk was far from amicable. However, after a court order and a bidding process, Daniella has now … Read more
Assi Rahbani, a Lebanese composer, musician, lyricist, playwright, and poet, was a trailblazer in bringing the talents of Arabian artists to the global stage. Starting in Lebanese radio theater, he showcased the beauty of Lebanon through songs and sketches. Alongside his brother Mansour and his wife, the renowned Lebanese singer Fairuz, he formed the ‘Rahbani … Read more