Public Figures

Julia Boutros

Julia Boutros was born in Beirut Lebanon on the 1st of April 1968. She studied at the Rosary Sisters Schools. Julia used to sing in her school choir where she has shown an excellent talent. Around the age of 12 sang her first original song, entitled ”A Maman“, the song was recorded at Elias El Rahbani studios; It was her music teacher Fouad Fadel who introduced her to El Rahbani. Later that year, Julia recorded two more songs in french ”c’est la vie” and ”vien dans ma vie“. Julia’s Family always encouraged her to work and progress in her art and talent. Julia comes from a mother with a nice voice, her brother Ziad Boutros is a famous composer and a talented musician. Ziad has accompanied his sister in all her music works. Julia and Ziad Boutros were influenced by Ziad El Rahabani.

At the age of 17, Julia sang the most influential song during that time, “Ghabet Shams El Hak”. With this song Julia rose to stardom in the 1980s with a series of National-themed songs which later made her second album out to the world. During the year 1996 Julia married Elias Abu Saeb; vice president at the American University of Dubai. In 1997, she had Samer, her first born baby. Julia Boutros has many hobbies including swimming, tennis, and listening to Blues; When it comes to fashion Julia she is very elegant woman with a love for French fashion. She was an icon for nationalism, mixed with her modern style.

Julia Boutros has glamour in her style of music with seriousness and social responsibility in what she sings. Most of her songs concentrate on universal themes of patriotism, responsibility and love. Her sincerity and true feelings while she sings drove her audience to respect her and cherish her style. All of Julia’s concerts are unique; her art is devoted to national and humanitarian issues. Julia has fans of all ages but has found particular fans of 20 to 35 year old people whose primary concern is nationalism and serious issues in life. Julia Boutros lives mostly in Dubai with her husband.