Khaberni - After a long absence, the great Egyptian artist Laila Taher broke her silence to attack those who spread rumors about her.
Laila Taher said in a television statement on Tuesday evening that she has been the subject of repeated rumors, especially about her death, and added: "What happens with the spreading of rumors about major artists does not only harm one person, but all their family members and close associates as well."
She added: "Following news of marriages and divorces or fabricating rumors about artists is considered rude and a collective insult, not just to one person."
Laila Taher said she is used to these "annoying rumors," but their impact is significant on her family as they receive phone calls from relatives abroad who are concerned for her amidst a state of panic and sadness.
The artist called for a law that protects artists and celebrities from rumor mongers and holds those who fabricate such news accountable, which discredits the reputation of the artist, their families, and their fans.
About her return to the art scene, Laila Taher said that it is currently not feasible after a long hiatus, confirming that her absence was due to the lack of roles that match her significant artistic history, and added: "I really wanted to continue in art until my last day."
Furthermore, Taher announced that she does not agree with the portrayal of her biography in a future artistic work, saying: "No one should play someone else’s role," asserting that even those who portray the life of another artist are not immune from comparison and criticism.
It is worth mentioning that the artist Laila Taher is one of the prominent Egyptian artists who has left a significant mark in the worlds of cinema and television drama, and some of her most important works include films "The Gentle Hands," "Husband on Vacation," "The Peacock," "Saladin," "Excuse Us, Law," "Time for Love," and "The Woman's Enemy." In drama, she has presented a variety of important series, including "Glass Barriers," "Salt Pier," "Marriage Without Hassle," "Shalash Family," and other successful works.
