The world mourns the loss of Prince Al Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal, known as Saudi Arabia’s “Sleeping Prince,” who died on Saturday July 19, 2025 after spending two decades in a coma.
The prince’s family announced his passing on Twitter, stating that the funeral will be held in Riyadh on Sunday.
Prince Al Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal was just a young man when he was involved in a car accident in London in 2005, where he was studying.
The accident left him in a coma, and despite the efforts of medical professionals, he remained in a vegetative state for 20 years.
Over the years, his family and medical team explored various treatment options, but unfortunately, there was no significant improvement in his condition.
The prince’s prolonged coma sparked widespread sympathy and prayers for his recovery. Many people across the Arab world and beyond kept him in their thoughts and prayers, wishing for his recovery.
His family, particularly his uncle, billionaire investor Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, remained hopeful that he would one day awaken from his coma.
The prince’s passing has sparked an outpouring of condolences and tributes from across the Muslim world. Many have taken to social media to express their sympathy and pay tribute to the prince’s resilience and strength.
The funeral will be held in Riyadh on Sunday, where friends, family, and dignitaries will gather to pay their respects to the late prince.