Prince Al Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal Passes Away; A Symbol of Hope for Millions
Prince Al Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal—widely known as Saudi Arabia’s “Sleeping Prince”—has passed away after spending nearly 20 years in a coma. His family confirmed the news on Saturday via a heartfelt statement on social media.
The young royal, nephew of billionaire investor Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, had been in a coma since a tragic car accident in 2005. Over the years, he became a symbol of resilience and hope throughout the Arab world, with countless prayers offered for his recovery.
His funeral is scheduled to be held in Riyadh on Sunday, the statement said, expressing “deep sorrow and heartbreak” over the loss.
For two decades, touching images and videos shared by his family kept his story alive. One clip, posted five years ago, showed him moving his fingers—renewing hope among supporters. In another, he lay under the Saudi flag, symbolizing loyalty and national pride.
