If you had any trepidations about
Disney's live-action Aladdin, cast your worries aside. The film recently revealed that newcomer
Mena Massoud would be
playing the title character, and let's just say, we are already obsessed. **t only does he have some
striking resemblances to "Prince Ali" (hello, look at those abs!), but his inspiration for pursuing
Acting has a sweet connection to the original film. Plus, it seems like we'll be seeing a lot more of him in the coming months. Get to k**w all you can about the latest Disney prince below.
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1. He's Canadian but Has Ties to Egypt
Mena was born in Egypt, but raised in Canada. **w,
he spends his time between Toronto and LA.
2. Robin Williams Inspired Him to Become an Actor
In a crazy twist of fate, Robin, who voiced Genie in the original
Aladdin, played a significant role in Mena's career. During an interview with The Hudsucker, the 24-year-old said
the late actor was an inspiration "in everything he did. He was an incredibly well-rounded actor but I grew up on his role in
Mrs. Doubtfire. That role by itself is very well-rounded and he goes through an amazing journey in that movie. I think it's very underrated."
3. He Got His Start on The CW
In 2011,
Mena got his breakout role when he guest-starred in season one of spy thriller
Nikita.
Image Source:
Everett Collection
4. He Has Ties to Degrassi
While the Canadian actor
Never walked the halls of Degrassi High, a handful of his costars did.
Mena is well-k**wn for his role on Open Heart, which starred
Degrassi alums Dylan Everett, Justin Kelly, and Christine Prosperi.
5. He Looks Very Good Without a Shirt
Don't worry,
Mena will have ** problem pulling off those shirtless Aladdin scenes in the live-action movie. The actor is super into fitness and healthy living, which
he so kindly documents on social media.
6. You'll Be Seeing Even More of Him Very Soon
Aladdin isn't the only place
You'll be seeing his face. He will also be
appearing in Amazon's Jack Ryan ****** alongside John Krasinski.
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