After making their imprint in the spotlight, many celebrities have taken the next step: starting businesses that represent their interests. From fashion labels to eateries, these stars are demonstrating that success does not end with celebrity. Here’s how various celebrities turned their interests into successful businesses, each picking a path that reflects who they are.
Tamer Hosny – Seven
After making an indelible impression in music and film, Tamer Hosny turned his creative eye to fashion with his brand, Seven. Built on confidence and freedom of expression, the brand immediately became a fan favorite, providing fashionable, high-quality fast fashion to millions in the Middle East.
Hend Sabry, Second Chance
Tunisian celebrity Hend Sabry also ventured into the fashion sector with Second Chance, a business she co-founded with her stylist Rym Turki. Designed with women in mind, the brand’s boho-chic items promote individuality, allowing each woman to express her own style.
Malak Ahmed Zaher, SoulMade.
Malak Ahmed Zaher just entered the fashion industry with the debut of her company, SoulMade, which is geared for women who respect confidence and originality. Each piece maintains a mix between comfort and sophistication, with timeless shapes and sumptuous fabrics designed to last for years.
Amr Diab, Do Boutique Hotels
Egyptian superstar Amr Diab collaborated with One Development to establish Do Boutique Hotel, a one-of-a-kind music-themed boutique hotel that combines AI, music, and wellness. The business has quickly expanded to key locales, including Dubai Island in the UAE and New Cairo, Egypt.
Amr Youssef, Kazouza
Egyptian actor Amr Youssef entered the food industry with Kazouza, a concept focused on real Egyptian street food. The brand immediately acquired popularity and spread across the country, with branches in Alexandria, the North Coast, Dahab, and numerous sites across Cairo.
Ahmed Fahmy – Meat Moot
Ahmed Fahmy, Ahmed El Sawy, Hany El Fekky, and Mohamed Hashem co-founded Meat Moot in Istanbul in 2021, motivated by a shared enthusiasm for premium cuts that are smoked to perfection. What began as a rustic yet fine-dining smokehouse idea swiftly expanded globally, with sites in 14 countries.
