Wael Kfoury denies involvement with student from Star Academy

Published June 26th, 2005 - 05:52 GMT

Lebanese singer Wael Kfoury has denied circulating rumors that he is romantically involved with a former student from the popular program Star Academy, which is aired on the Lebanese Broadcasting Company (LBC) satellite channel. Rumors had it that the singer had a soft spot for the Algerian contestant Salma and was giving her lots of attention by calling her and sending her gifts while she was on the program.

 

The singer stressed that no such involvement exists and Salma is merely a fan who is very infatuated with him. Wael added that people misinterpreted his kindness to Salma and he only treated her in a way singers usually do with fans.

 

On a different note, Wael revealed that he could care less about the recent rude public remarks made by Lebanese singer Milhim Barakat stating that he thinks Wael’s new look is more suitable for a woman. Wael stressed that the remarks are Milhim’s personal opinion, which he cares nothing about and everyone is entitled to think what they want.

 

Wael added that he is very convinced with his new look and feels that it suits him perfectly regardless of others may think.  Wael is currently occupied with his upcoming album and has revealed that there is a strong possibility he will will take part in a duet, but refused to give any further details wanting it to be a surprise to his fans.