ALBAWABA - Social media rumors suggest Lebanese media icon George Kordahi died in Israeli raids on Lebanon, worrying his supporters.
What is the reality behind his death? This is what we shall address in the post.
Lavinia Kordahi, George Kordahi's niece, rejected the reports on television, stating that "Kordahi is fine and is currently on vacation in Spain," according to Russia Today. She stated that the family had received several calls from friends and admirers wondering about George Kordahi's health, prompting her to clarify the facts.
In response, George Kordahi refuted in remarks to Lebanese media the authenticity of the story spreading about his death, claiming that similar stories circulate from time to time as a consequence of his national and Arab beliefs. He also stated that he has consistently faced such rumors for many years, especially when he is in the media spotlight.
George Kordahi is a significant media personality in the Arab world. His actual start came in 2000, when he joined MBC 1 and started hosting his renowned show "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?" which quickly gained popularity. Three years later, he went to the Lebanese LBC channel to anchor "Open Your Heart," but then returned to MBC to host "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" with a double reward.
Kordahi introduced the show "The Challenge" in 2006, followed by "The Tenth Power" from 2007 to 2008. After quitting MBC in 2011 due to management disagreements over his pro-Syrian government attitude, he went on to work on Al Mayadeen, then Al Hayat with the show "The Forgiving is Generous," and finally on the Abu Dhabi channel.
In the Arab world, George Kordahi is a well-known figure who has won numerous accolades, including the title of best variety show presenter.
Thus, we have explained the facts regarding the death of media icon George Kordahi and shown that it is only a rumor devoid of reality. We'd want to reassure you about this brilliant guy we've known from childhood, as well as his powerful and attractive presence on television.
