Iranian Actor Akbar Abdi Dies at 66
Akbar Abdi, one of Iran’s best-known film, television and theatre actors, died from cardiac arrest on July 24, 2026, at the age of 66.
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Akbar Abdi, the acclaimed Iranian film, television and theatre actor, died on July 24, 2026, at the age of 66. Published reports identified cardiac arrest as the cause of death.
Akbar Abdi’s death
Abdi had previously received treatment for heart-related complications. News of his death prompted widespread reactions from actors, filmmakers, cultural officials and audiences across Iran.
Life and artistic career
Akbar Abdi Aghabagher was born in Tehran on August 26, 1960. Over more than four decades, he became one of the most recognizable and versatile performers in Iranian cinema. His best-known films include “The Tenants,” “Mother,” “The Doll Thief,” “Delshodegan,” “The Actor,” “The Snowman,” “The Outcasts” and “I Feel Sleepy.”
Awards and legacy
Abdi won two Crystal Simorgh awards for Best Supporting Actor at the Fajr Film Festival for his performances in “Mother” and “I Feel Sleepy.” He also received Iran’s First Class Order of Culture and Art.