Dr. Magdi Yacoub kisses Elissa’s hand in heartfelt moment, causing a buzz on social Media
Renowned heart surgeon, Dr. Magdi Yacoub, kissed the hand of Lebanese singer Elissa in appreciation of her recent concert held in Cairo to support the Magdi Yacoub Foundation. The concert, titled “Night of the Heart,” was dedicated to raising funds for the new Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Centre in Egypt.
The gesture of gratitude, captured on video, was widely circulated on social media and news outlets, causing a buzz among their fans. Elissa took to Instagram to express her joy, saying, “I was a little Pharaoh in my past life. Dr. Magdi Yacoub is a living legend and a real Pharaoh. Kissing my hand is an honor for me.”
The video also shows Elissa meeting Professor Yacoub backstage, where he praises the singer for her dedication to the cause and her efforts to raise awareness about the importance of supporting the health sector.
Dr. Magdi Yacoub, who is considered one of the world’s top cardiac surgeons, has a long history of providing free heart surgeries to underprivileged patients in Egypt and the Middle East through his foundation.
Elissa’s concert was attended by an array of Arab celebrities and public figures, and it saw the singer performing some of her most famous hits, thrilling the audience with her unique voice and glamorous presence.
The event was a huge success, and the proceeds will go to providing much-needed healthcare for patients in Egypt and the region.
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The heartwarming gesture by Dr. Magdi Yacoub towards Elissa underscores his appreciation for her philanthropic work and her support for his foundation’s mission. It serves as a reminder of the importance of collaboration between different sectors, including the arts and health, to build a better world for everyone.
