Popular Arab American Celebrities in terms of Looks, Fashion, and Talents

posted on: Jan 19, 2021

By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer

Arab American celebrities have proven to not only be successful in their careers, but to be recognized by their stunning facial features, bodies, fashion senses, and hidden talents.

Gigi and Bella Hadid

Born as Jelena Noura Hadid, Gigi was born in Los Angeles, on April 23, 1995 and is an American model. Her father, Mohamed Hadid, is a real estate developer and her mother, Yolanda Hadid, a former model. Her father is Palestinian, and her mother is Dutch. “In November 2014, Hadid made her debut in the Top 50 Models ranking at Models.com.”

Isabella Khair Hadid (Bella), was born on born October 9, 1996, in Washington D.C. and is an American model. “In 2016, she was voted “Model of the Year” by industry professionals for Model.com’s Model of the Year Awards.”

Over the next few years, supermodels Bella and Gigi Hadid have speedily become some of the most iconic leaders in the fashion industry and are also two of the most beautiful models. Bella fits the so-called ‘Golden Ratio of Beauty Phi rule,’ used by the ancient Greeks to measure beauty back in time.

Both sisters have striking features and stunning blue/green eye colors, natural blonde locks, and high bone and facial structure and always rock the red carpet with their enviable and unique personal sense of styles in terms of fashion.

Moreover, both sisters have succeeded to become famous models and have been embellishing the covers of hundreds of magazines, displaying for tons of campaigns, and walking for plenty of well-known designers.

Rima Fakih

Born on September 22, 1985, Rima Fakih (see video above), is a Lebanese American actress, model, professional wrestler, and titleholder of the beauty pageant who won Miss USA 2010. She represented the state of Michigan in the nationwide pageant.

Salma Hayek

Also, Salma Hayek Pinault, born on September 2, 1966, is a Mexican and American film actress and producer. Sami Hayek Domínguez, her father, is Lebanese Mexican, that came from the city of Baabdat, Lebanon. Salma moved to Hollywood, California in 1991 and came to fame with staring in films such as Desperado (1995) and From Dusk till Dawn (1996).

The ageless star is stunning with her natural dark black hair, almond-shaped dark eyes, angelic smile, thick eyebrows, full lips, and curvy body. “And she’s so hot, she was recently awarded the “Decade of Hotness” designation from Spike TV, which previously went to Sandra Bullock.”

Wentworth Earl Miller

Born on June 2, 1972, Wentworth Earl Miller III is a British-American actor and screenwriter. He rose to fame following his leading role in the Fox series ‘Prison Break’ as Michael J. Scofield, for which he earned a nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor (Television Series Drama in 2005).

“His father is of African-American, Jamaican, German, and English ancestry; his mother is of Russian, Swedish, French, Dutch, Syrian, and Lebanese ancestry.” Miller is described by fans as handsome, attractive, charming, talented, and confident.

Zoe Saldana

Zoe Yadira Saldaña Nazario, born on June 19, 1978, and known as Zoe Saldana, is an American actress and dancer. Saldana was born in Passaic, New Jersey. Aridio Saldaña, her father, was Afro-Dominican, and her mother, Asalia Nazario, is Puerto Rican. Zoe also has Haitian and Lebanese roots.

Although the Hadid sisters are top-notch fashion icons, Saldana has never lacked for fascinating outfits. The Star Trek Beyond’s leading lady’s fashion track record is full of appearances that require attention and is known for her boldness on-screen and off. She has shown fashion in various stunning wears, like print, lace, embroidered, corset, evening, and sequin dresses, as well as wide-leg pants and jumpsuits.

Jenna Dewan

Not only does her beauty stand out among the American celebrities, but the gorgeous dancer and ‘Step Up’ actress, Jenna Dewan, (see video above), was born to mixed heritage parents on December 3, 1980. Her father is of Lebanese and Polish descent, and her mother is German-English. “Dewan dresses based on her mood and enjoys taking risks.” She goes through her closet often and only keeps items that only mean something special and are stylish.

DJ Khaled

Furthermore, born on November 26, 1975, Khaled Mohamed Khaled, known professionally as DJ Khaled, is an American DJ, media personality, record executive, songwriter, and record producer. His parents are from Palestine.

Khaled is one of hip-hop’s most prominent personalities, has long been stunning fans with his luxury style, whether it is his baroque suit outfits or colorful satin button-up shirts or street fashion. He dresses from the big design brands such as Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and Jordan, but most of his wardrobe is designed by himself and made custom just for him.

Rami Malek

Rami Said Malek was born May 12, 1981 and is an American actor and producer. His prominent role was as computer hacker, Elliot Alderson, in the USA Network television series Mr. Robot (2015–2019), for which he earned several awards, including the 2016 Prime-time Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series.

His impersonation talent – QUEEN MOVIE Bohemian Rhapsody won Rami Malek an Oscar. He just exposed an astonishing trick to playing Freddie Mercury which he kept secret from everybody on set. There is no disagreeing Malek pinned the gestures, the strut, and the way Freddie self-consciously shielded his teeth while talking and laughing.

Jerry Seinfeld

Born on April 29, 1954, Jerome (Jerry) Allen Seinfeld is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and director. One of his famous roles was playing a semi-fictionalized version of himself in the sitcom “Seinfeld,” which he created and wrote with Larry David. His maternal grandparents, Selim and Salha Hosni, were from Aleppo, Syria.

Not only is he a talented writer and comedian, but he is good at keeping his schedule on track. Seinfeld once mentioned: “I’m very good at streamlining a series of activities so that everything gets done in the amount of time that I have. I am very good with the clock.”

In all, every Arab American celebrity is beautiful/handsome and talented. Many fans across the globe recognize them as great actors, writers, directors, musicians, singers, and more, as well as for what they do to become successful, hard-working, and skillful individuals and some not only in their careers but on a personal level by becoming activists, donors, and support others with donations.

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