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Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled, son of Saudi billionaire Prince Khaled bin Talal, passed away after spending 20 years in an unresponsive state. Dubbed the ‘sleeping prince’ by many across the Middle East, Al-Waleed became a symbol of parental hope, faith, and the painful uncertainty that comes with prolonged tragedy.
The prince was just a teenager studying at a military college when a devastating accident in the United Kingdom in 2005 left him in a coma. Since then, he remained on life support at King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh, with feeding tubes sustaining him and round-the-clock medical care attempting to stabilize what remained of his vital functions.
Despite medical experts advising otherwise, Prince Khaled bin Talal refused to switch off his son’s life support. He believed in the possibility of divine healing, and for 20 years, stood by his son’s bedside, year after year, refusing to let go. Occasionally, the prince made involuntary movements—subtle twitches and brief eye flickers that gave his family fleeting moments of renewed hope.
Top neurologists and physicians from around the world were flown in over the years to examine the prince’s condition, including specialists from the United States and Spain. Yet, no treatment or intervention ever revived full consciousness.
On July 20, at the age of 36, Prince Al-Waleed was officially declared dead. His father announced the heartbreaking news through a solemn post on social media, calling it “Allah’s will” and expressing gratitude for the years he had with his son, even in silence.
His funeral prayer was held at the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque in Riyadh, with hundreds turning up to offer their last respects. The emotional farewell marked the end of a long chapter of sorrow, sacrifice, and unwavering love.
Prince Al-Waleed’s story had become more than just a personal tragedy. It was a national tale—a window into the extreme limits of human hope. Year after year, photographs emerged of his father seated by his side, refusing to let his son fade into oblivion. These images circulated widely, particularly during Islamic holy months, evoking messages of endurance, love, and spiritual submission.
Even in death, the prince’s story continues to resonate deeply with many—some calling it a lesson in faith, others viewing it as a haunting cautionary tale about the emotional toll of unresolved trauma.
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