Guide Note

Zahi Hawass is a prominent archaeologist who specializes in ancient Egyptian artifacts. He frequently makes appearances on television, including Discovery, Nova, and History Channel and BBC programs.

Fast Facts

1. Born: May 28, 1947
2. Secretary General of the Egyptian Supreme Council of Antiquities
3. Author of King Tutankhamun: The Treasures from the Tomb
4. Often wears a hat like the character Indiana Jones

• BA in Greek and Roman archeology at Alexandria University

• Diploma in Egyptology at the University of Cairo

• 1987 Received Ph.D University of Pennsylvania

In May of 2008 Hawass revealed that he may have found the tombs of Antony and Cleopatra. It this is true, it would be the greatest archaeological find since the tomb of Tutankhamen was found in 1922.