Sama El Masry - Amy's Middle Eastern Gal Pick

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Sama El Masry - Amy's Middle Eastern Gal Pick

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Apr 17, 2024

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Amy returns to the show with an insightful look at the controversial actress and belly dancer, Sama El Masry. Sama's views and delivery may be polarizing but she is a woman who was arrested, sent to jail, and fined for posting a TikTok video.

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Apr 17, 2024

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Sama El Masry - Amy's Middle Eastern Gal Pick

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