Born on January 18, 1990, Zakaria Sherif Zaki, better known as Zeeko Zaki, has become a breakout star in television thanks to his commanding role as Special Agent Omar Adom “OA” Zidan in the hit CBS crime drama FBI. With his strong presence, emotional range, and cultural authenticity, Zeeko brings a refreshing depth to the modern TV hero.
Zeeko was born in Alexandria, Egypt, and moved to the United States with his family when he was just a month old. Raised in Pennsylvania, he grew up bilingual and proud of his Egyptian-American roots — something that has greatly influenced his identity and the characters he portrays.
Before FBI, Zeeko appeared in a variety of supporting roles on shows like NCIS: Los Angeles, Valor, and Six. However, it was FBI that gave him his first lead role, making history as one of the first Arab-American actors to lead a prime-time network drama in the U.S.
As OA Zidan, Zeeko plays a former Army Ranger who joins the FBI to protect the country he calls home. His character brings not only strength and tactical skill but also heart and cultural complexity, often navigating themes of identity, loyalty, and justice in post-9/11 America. His on-screen partnership with Missy Peregrym’s Maggie Bell is one of the emotional and professional cores of the series.
Beyond acting, Zeeko is also a passionate advocate for representation and diversity in Hollywood. He hopes his presence on screen will open doors for others from underrepresented backgrounds to tell their stories authentically.
With his talent, charisma, and purpose-driven approach to storytelling, Zakaria Sherif Zaki is not just a star in FBI — he’s a rising figure reshaping what it means to be a hero on screen.
