Said Bey (born 10 May 1970) is a Moroccan actor and humorist. He was born in Aïn Taoujdate, near Meknès, Morocco, and holds Moroccan citizenship. Bey earned a diploma in dramatic art from the Higher Institute of Dramatic Art and Cultural Animation in Rabat in 1995, after which he worked in theater before transitioning to film and television.
Career
Bey made his film debut in the 2001 Moroccan movie Ras al‑Ayn. His early screen work includes the short film Jesus (1999). He subsequently appeared in a variety of Moroccan and international productions, notable among them:
- The Man Who Sold the World (2009)
- Femmes en miroires (2011)
- Road To Kabul (2011)
- Son of God (2014)
- Urgent (2018)
In addition to acting, Bey is recognized for his work as a humorist, performing comedic sketches and appearing in televised comedy programs.
Awards
According to film‑industry records, Bey received the Muhr Arab Award for Best Actor at the 6th Dubai International Film Festival for his performance in an unspecified role.
Filmography (selected)
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Jesus | Taddeus |
| 2001 | Ras al‑Ayn | — |
| 2009 | The Man Who Sold the World | — |
| 2011 | Femmes en miroires | — |
| 2011 | Road To Kabul | Ali Chah Benkadour |
| 2014 | Son of God | — |
| 2018 | Urgent | — |
Public presence
Bey maintains an active public profile, including a verified Instagram account (@saidbeyofficiel) with a substantial following, where he shares updates on his professional projects and social commentary.
References
- Wikipedia entry “Said Bey” (accessed 2024).
- The Movie Database (TMDB) profile for Said Bey, detailing biography and filmography.
- Various Moroccan media outlets reporting on Bey’s career and award recognition.