Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is an Islamic state with stringent rules to govern the country. But it is very liberal in its heart and this is evident from the freedom it allows to its women. There are fashion designers, media personalities, models, singers, businesswomen, and philanthropists.

Here’re the top 10 most popular faces of Saudi Arabia. And all are women of substance. They belong to different fields and doing well in their respective fields. These women have proved that age is no bar for those who want to excel.

1. Lojain Omran

Born in 1977 in Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia, Lojain Omran drives a customized pink Porsche Carrera with silver glitter and “Girls Rule” and “Angel” written on it. And the slogan perfectly matches her personality. One of the most influential media personalities in the Middle East, Forbes listed her 55 in its 2017 list of 100 Arabic celebrities. And Gulf Business placed her on 87 in its Arab Power List 2018. A TV presenter by profession, she’s 7 million followers on Instagram.

2. Muna AbuSulayman

Born on 16 May 1973 in Philadelphia Pennsylvania, Muna AbuSulayman is a multifaceted personality. She’s a TV presenter, businesswoman, and the first Arab woman to become a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Development Program. And she excelled in every field. She co-hosted the MBC TV social program Kalam Naweem that was viewed by tens of millions of Arabs worldwide. The corporate world recognized her contribution by awarding her the title of a Young Leader by the World Economic Forum. As a Goodwill Ambassador, she championed humanitarian causes. Her role in the Tetanus Shot Campaign in 2011 in Yemen was exemplary.

3. Ameerah Al-Taweel

Born on 6 November 1986 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Ameerah Al-Taweel is a former princess and better known for her philanthropic work through Alwaleed bin Talal Foundation of Saudi Arabia. She studied Business Administration at the University of New Haven where she was conferred with magna cum laude graduate award. Her philanthropy work started after her marriage with Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal. She played a crucial role in opening Alwaleed Bin Talal Village Orphanage in Burkina Faso. She even received the 800th Anniversary Medal for Outstanding Philanthropy by Cambridge University.

4. Reem Abdullah

Born on 20 February 1987 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Reem Abdullah is a well-known actress in Saudi television and movies. Her career started with a modest role in the hit show “Tash Ma Tash”. It was a comedy show that made Reem Abdullah a household name. The success of the show kept her busy with more opportunities on television. She got her first movie break in 2012 when the famous Saudi director Haifaa Al-Mansour approached her for a role in “Wadjda”. Reem Abdullah received critical acclaim for her performance.

5. Aseel Omran

Born on 12 November 1989 in Muscat, Oman, Aseel Omran is the younger sister of the famous media personality, Lojain Omran. But Aseel is a singer by profession and her biggest achievement is signing with Rotana Records that is the largest … Find more