Salama Mohamed & Khalid Al Ameri’s Relationship: A Complete Timeline
From viral skits to separate paths, the Emirati content creators captivated millions online
Over the past few years, Salama Mohamed and Khalid Al Ameri have become iconic figures in the region. Their playful, endearing skits as a couple on social media earned them a devoted following of millions. However, recent developments, including Khalid’s engagement announcement, the disappearance of their joint social media account, and now the official confirmation of their divorce, have sparked intense speculation about their relationship.
Below, Bazaar Arabia breaks down the timeline of Salama Mohamed and Khalid Al Ameri’s relationship here.
Salama Mohamed & Khalid Al Ameri’s Relationship: A Complete Timeline
How They First Met (2006)
Their love story started in 2006 with a family introduction. Khalid’s brother-in-law believed Salama and Khalid were a perfect match, and the two hit it off immediately. By the end of that year, they were engaged in the a traditional Emirati style.
Their Marriage and Engagement (June 2007)
The couple’s engagement lasted six months, culminating in a wedding in June 2007. Salama, an Abu Dhabi native, and Khalid, with his Scottish-Emirati background, began their life together. They welcomed two sons, Abdullah and Khalifa, and embarked on their journey as a family.
Shifting to Social Media (2016)
Khalid initially pursued a career in finance but soon realised his passion lay elsewhere. After earning a degree from Stanford and a brief stint at CNN Abu Dhabi, he turned to social media. Encouraged by Salama’s gift of a camera, he committed to content creation full-time in 2016.
The Birth of @khalidandsalama
Their joint social media venture quickly became a hit. The couple’s skits on TikTok under the @khalidandsalama handle captivated millions. Salama also found her niche, focusing on skincare and beauty on her own channels.
Building a Brand (June 2021)
Salama’s candidness about her vitiligo, a condition she was diagnosed with at age five, resonated with many. This transparency helped her amass a significant following in the beauty community, leading to the launch of her skincare line, Peacefull, in June 2021. Her brand’s success was marked by numerous awards and retail partnerships.
Changing Dynamics (June 2023)
As time went on, the couple’s social media content began to evolve. They gradually reduced their joint posts, focusing on individual projects. And then by June 2023, their collaborative posts had ceased entirely.
Speculation (Early 2024)
Fans noticed the changes and the unfollowing of each other on social media, along with the deletion of their joint Instagram account in 2024.
A New Chapter (June 2024)
Khalid surprised followers with an Instagram post featuring two hands with engagement rings, captioned “Alhumdulilah.”
Confirmation of the Split (June 30th, 2024)
In a YouTube interview with presenter Nour Aldin, Salama confirmed their divorce. “For the first time, Salama’s life wasn’t dependent on anyone,” she said, reflecting on her newfound independence.
Lead Images courtesy of Instagram/@khalidalameri and @salamamohamed
