Canadian actor Mena Massoud, who was born in Egypt, is primarily recognized for his portrayal of “Jared Malik” on the Mena Massoud Spark and Teen Nick mystery-drama series “Open Heart.” Being cast as “Aladdin” in the live-action Disney remake of the film.
While it is unknown whether he followed in his Coptic Christian parents’ footsteps, he was born in Egypt on September 17, 1991.
At the age of three, Massoud and his sister Margaret immigrated to Canada.
