
Talal Jurdi
Talal Jurdi is a Lebanese actor, director, and screenwriter, born on April 5, 1972. A graduate of the Institute of Fine Arts at the Lebanese University, he has established himself as a multifaceted figure in the Middle Eastern artistic landscape, working across film, television, and theater. His film career gained wide international visibility with his role as Talal in Ziad Doueiri's film *The Insult* (2017), which was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. In television, he has appeared in numerous highly successful series, including *Al Hayba*, *Arabat Beirut*, and *Madinat Beirut*, solidifying his popularity among the general public. His work also extends to the theater, where he has worked as both an actor and a director, often addressing social and political themes. Throughout his career, he has received several awards for his performances, including the prestigious Murex d'Or, which attest to his talent and influence on the contemporary Arab cultural scene.
