[3][1] She was discovered by Egyptian director Ahmed Salem who cast her in her first film in 1946.

Events surrounding her and her high-society relationships frequently appeared in the tabloids.

Her wild lifestyle and tragic death are often compared to that of Marilyn Monroe.

Conspiracy theories and speculation about espionage, especially in the context of Israel were also widespread in Egypt, but nothing has ever been proven.

Famed Egyptian director Atef Salem dedicated his film, "Hafeya A'la Gesr El Zahab" (Barefoot on a Golden Bridge) to her.