Frank Agrama Obituary

Frank Agrama was an Egyptian-born American film director and producer, as well as a writer and entrepreneur. He was the founder and CEO of Harmony Gold USA, Inc.

Frank Agrama died on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at the age of 93. No cause of death has been given.

Frank Agrama was born on January 1, 1930, and rose to prominence in Egypt as a child actor with his television series.

While his father was Egypt’s Surgeon General, Agrama studied medicine and surgery at the University of Cairo, following in his father’s footsteps. Agrama had become a medical doctor by the age of 23.

Frank Agrama left his medical career to pursue his passion for entertainment production, graduating from UCLA with a Bachelor of Theatre Arts.

Agrama’s career as a pioneer in the entertainment industry saw him establish several production companies, including the Film Association of Rome and then Harmony Gold.

Frank Agrama made several low-budget films in the 1970s and early 1980s, including The Godfather’s Friend, Queen Kong, and Dawn of the Mummy.

Frank Agrama is survived by his wife; Olfet, his son; Ahmed Agrama, his daughter; Jehan Agrama his brother; Hani Agrama his sister; Amina Ramzy and his grandchildren.