His co-star throughout his career was Nihad Qali who played the role of "Husni Al Borazani".

From 1960 to 1976, Lahham and Qali performed as "Duraid and Nihad," and became highly successful and famous among various Arab audiences.

[1] Lahham's work was greatly influenced by political events in the Arab World and this was reflected in the plays he wrote and directed.

"[3] Lahham was appointed UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador to the Middle East and North Africa region in 1999.

At a press conference, he gave a speech criticizing George W. Bush and Ariel Sharon, comparing them to Hitler.