ALBAWABA - Rumors spread online yesterday that famous Syrian actor Salloum Haddad died in the latest Israeli strike in Syria's Al Mazzeh municipality in Damascus.
The airstrike targeted a top Iranian commander, according to Hebrew media. Syrian medical sources confirmed that at least 18 people were killed in the strike.
After the airstrike on Damascus, many Syrians and fans took to X and other social media platforms claiming that the Israeli attack targeted the building where Salloum Haddad resides.
Some alleged reports and claims spread online that Salloum Haddad, the Syrian star, was inside his house and died in the Israeli airstrike on Tuesday.
It is noteworthy when searching for news of Salloum Haddad’s death that this rumor has been circulating for years, which highlights the public’s continued interest in it despite its inaccuracy.
Director Tamer Isaak responds to rumors of Salloum Haddad's death
However, the actor who played the well-known character of "Abu Najib" in the series "Zaman Al-Barghout" did not respond to rumors. Still, he left the task to Syrian director Tamer Isaak responded to rumors of Salloum Haddad's death and denied it by posting a photo with the superstar.
The director posted a photo of him with Haddad during the filming of the series "Serum", and commented, writing in the context of denying the news, "Now with the dear Abu Amir."
