Diana Haddad settles the controversy over the hijab and retirement

At a press conference held on the sidelines of the Mawazine Festival, artist Diana Haddad revealed several details about her artistic career and the crises she has faced. She also addressed the recent rumors surrounding her retirement.

Diana Haddad responds to retirement rumors Diana denied the veracity of these rumors, asserting, "They said I retired from acting and wore the hijab because I visited the House of God, but if I actually retired, there would have been an official statement from me." She added that she would continue working in the arts, even if spiritual or personal changes occurred in her life, noting that visiting holy sites is a natural part of anyone's life and does not necessarily mean withdrawing from the artistic scene.

Between Art and Innovation: Diana's Vision of the Art Scene Diana expressed her awareness of the challenges facing artists today, emphasizing that there are many changes taking place in public taste and artistic content. She said, “We try to go with the trend, but we don’t have to go too deep, because people know you as a singing artist, so it’s difficult to completely change your image.” She also explained that presenting artistic performances in a respectful manner without vulgarity is very possible, and that there is a fine line between respect and vulgarity, and that a conscious artist knows how to preserve their image without abandoning artistic appeal.

Milestones in Diana's singing career Diana Haddad began her artistic career in 1995 with the release of her debut album, “Saken,” which sold nearly 200,000 copies, quickly thrusting her into the spotlight. Her successes continued with albums such as “Ahl Al-Eshq” in 1997 and “Amaniya” the same year, which achieved widespread popularity and even caught the attention of Hollywood star Sylvester Stallone, who was impressed by her hit song “Amaniya.” In 1998, she released her album “Ya Maya,” coinciding with the death of her mother, which forced her to stop performing for a while. However, she made a strong comeback that same summer with the song “Shater,” which topped the charts. She continued her career by releasing successful albums such as “Jarh Al-Habeeb,” “Akhbar Al-Helwa,” “Awel Marra,” and “Diana 2006.” She also performed a distinguished duet with Cheb Khaled, titled “Mass Wa Loli,” and then released the album “Bint Usool” in 2010.

Diana Haddad between authenticity and development Diana Haddad's career reflects a unique blend of artistic commitment and an ability to keep pace with innovation without losing her identity. She has been keen to present music that blends Lebanese and Gulf influences, which has earned her a wide fan base across various Arab countries. Her public stances on artistic issues and her respect for her audience have preserved her image as a sophisticated artist who strives to present balanced art with a clear personal touch. As she continues to present her work, Diana Haddad remains one of the prominent female voices who has left a significant impact on Arabic song.