Hassani Shapi obit

Kenyan Actor Hassani Shapi Dies at 51

 

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Mourning in the world of cinema and television. Hassani Shapi, a Kenyan actor famous for his roles in numerous Italian comedies, has died at the age of 51. The sad news was announced by actor Edoardo Leo, who recently collaborated with Shapi in the television series 'Il clandestino'. According to Leo, Shapi died several days ago in Kenya, his homeland. Shannen Doherty dead: from Luke Perry to Matthew Perry, the curse of the cult series of the 90s Edoardo Leo's announcement The Italian actor recently posted on Instagram to announce the death of his colleague and friend. 'Goodbye partner,' wrote Leo, expressing his condolences: 'The news of his death, arriving from Kenya with many days of delay, has shocked me. And I still can't realize it. I feel terribly embarrassed to write this on social media.' Here is the full message: 'I don't know where to begin. But there's no point in beating around the bush. Hassani Shapi has passed away. The news of his death, arriving from Kenya with many days of delay, has shocked me. And I still can't realize it. I feel terribly embarrassed to write this on social media. Those who follow me know how much modesty and privacy I have for my personal matters. In this case, it doesn't concern only me, and I realize that many people who appreciated 'Il Clandestino' and that wonderful character Palitha, are unaware of this news. I spent months and months next to a lovely, kind, discreet man with a contagious smile. A surprising actor who was the real star of the series. Without him, it wouldn't have been possible. I dare to write about it only because I know how much he has entered the hearts of many people who might want to give him a farewell or dedicate a thought to him. I would have avoided it, but when I read that you are waiting for us together in the second season, I feel stupid to stay silent. Goodbye Has. Goodbye partner. Wherever you are, thank you.' Hassani Shapi, who he was Born in Mombasa, Kenya, in 1973, Hassani Shapi lived and worked in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Italy as an actor in cinema, theater, and television. For the Italian audience, Shapi is best known for his roles in successful comedies such as 'Il nostro matrimonio è in crisi,' 'Lezioni di cioccolato,' 'Oggi sposi,' 'Sharm el Sheikh – Un'estate indimenticabile,' 'Femmine contro maschi,' and 'Nessuno mi può giudicare.' On television, Shapi is remembered for the role of Sassam Hussein in the Mediaset series 'Intelligence – Servizi & segreti' and that of Ben Dridì in the Rai2 series 'L'ispettore Coliandro.' Overseas, he even appeared in 'Star Wars: The Phantom Menace.' Shapi's last appearance on the small screen was a few months ago when he starred alongside Edoardo Leo in 'Il clandestino.'

After he moved to America, he joined the cast of Law & Order in 2010. However, his most notable film appearance came through the role of Jedi Master 'Eeth Koth' in Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace which was filmed by George Lucas in 1999. In the film, he acted along with renowned actors, Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor and Natalie Portman.

 

Filmography

Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999)

The World Is Not Enough (1999)

Our Marriage Is In Crisis (2002)

Don't Desire the Other Woman (2004)

Murder Unveiled (2005)

Irina Palm (2007)

Lessons in Chocolate (2007)

Just Married (2009)

Oggi sposi (2009)

Sharm el Sheikh - An Unforgettable Summer (2010)

Women vs. Men (2011)

No One Can Judge Me (2011)

Without Art or Part (2011)

Chocolate Lessons 2 (2011)

One Day More (2011)

Escort in Love (2011)

Land Gold Women (2011)

The Extra Day (2011)

Make a Fake (2011)

Damascus Cover (2017)

Scappo a casa (2019)

Pop Black Posta (2019)

Television

Runaway Bay (1 episode, 1992)

The Ambassador (1 episode, 1998)

Arabian Nights – 1st Army Kaptain (2000)

Murder Prevention (1 episode, 2004)

Apparitions (2008)

Intelligence - Services & Secrets (3 episodes, 2009)

Inspector Coliandro (3rd season, episode 4, 2009)

Law & Order: UK (1 episode, 2010)

The Island (2012)

Welcome to Table 2 - North vs South (1 episode, 2013)

Anti-Mafia Squad - The Boss Returns Episode 8 (2016)

The Island of Pietro (2017)