Date of Birth: March 22, 1974
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Biography
Bassem Youssef is an Egyptian comedian, writer, producer, surgeon, and television host, born on March 22, 1974, in Cairo, Egypt. He is best known for his television program “Al-Bernameg” (The Program), which was the first of its kind in the Middle East. The show, which aired from 2011 to 2014, combined political satire and news commentary similar to “The Daily Show” in the United States. Youssef initially trained and worked as a cardiothoracic surgeon before transitioning into media. Inspired by the political upheaval during the Egyptian Revolution of 2011, he began creating satirical videos on YouTube, which quickly went viral. His success online led to the creation of “Al-Bernameg,” which became incredibly popular and controversial for its fearless criticism of politics, media, and religious figures in Egypt. Despite its success, “Al-Bernameg” faced significant political pressure, resulting in its cancellation in 2014. Youssef has since relocated to the United States, where he continues to work as a comedian and writer, and has authored several books and made numerous television appearances. He is often hailed as “The Jon Stewart of the Arab World.”
5 Interesting Facts about Bassem Youssef
1. Bassem Youssef was a practicing heart surgeon before he became a comedian.
2. “Al-Bernameg” was the first political satire show to broadcast in the Middle East.
3. He was named one of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people in the world in 2013.
4. Youssef’s show “Al-Bernameg” had over 30 million viewers per episode at its peak.
5. He has written a memoir titled “Revolution for Dummies: Laughing Through the Arab Spring.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Bassem Youssef
1. “Satire is a very important tool in any democratic society.”
2. “Humor doesn’t change the world, but it can be the spark that ignites the fire.”
3. “The most important thing is to be yourself, and the most important thing is to be honest.”
4. “The power of laughter is that it can give people courage and make them think.”
5. “Freedom of expression is the cornerstone of democracy.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Bassem Youssef’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $10 million.
Children
Bassem Youssef has one daughter named Nadia Youssef.
Relevant Links
1. [Bassem Youssef’s Official Website](https://www.bassemyoussef.com
2. [Bassem Youssef on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5540646/
3. [Bassem Youssef’s Twitter](https://twitter.com/byoussef
5. [Bassem Youssef’s TED Talk](https://www.ted.com/speakers/bassem_youssef
