Tragic death of sleeping prince confirmed.
Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal Al Saud has tragically passed away after spending two decades in a coma.
The full story behind the sleeping prince profiled.
Born into one of Saudi Arabia’s most powerful dynasties, Al-Waleed was heir to a vast legacy and high expectations.
Before his accident, the prince was known for his passion for motorsports and adventurous spirit.
The fateful day in 2005 saw his life take a catastrophic turn on London’s roads.
Tragic incident explained.
The 36-year-old Saudi royal’s life was forever changed by a devastating car crash in London back in 2005.
Emergency responders found him unconscious, his brain injuries critical, forcing a delicate medical battle.
At just 16 years old, the then-teenage Prince Al-Waleed suffered severe brain trauma and internal bleeding in the accident.
Despite urgent medical intervention, he never regained consciousness following the collision that shocked the royal family.
For 20 years, Prince Al-Waleed was kept alive on life support in Saudi Arabia’s King Abdulaziz Medical City.
The young prince earned the somber nickname “Sleeping Prince” as he lay in a prolonged coma.
Fleeting moments of hope highlighted.
For years, the royal family held onto faint signs of life as the prince occasionally showed minimal reactions.
In 2019, reports surfaced that Prince Al-Waleed lifted a finger and slightly moved his head — rare glimmers of awareness.
However, experts noted these gestures did not signal a true return to consciousness.
Behind the scenes, the prince’s condition captured international attention, symbolizing tragic resilience.
Over the years, King Abdulaziz Medical City became a second home as the prince’s caretakers fought to preserve his life.
His family’s presence was constant, with Prince Khaled famously never leaving his son’s bedside.
Advances in intensive care kept the prince alive despite the grim prognosis from many doctors.
The Saudi royal’s ordeal highlighted the emotional toll of long-term coma care on families worldwide.
Over the years, updates on his health were sparse but always met with deep public empathy.
When Prince Al-Waleed’s condition was last publicly noted, small signs of life stirred cautious optimism.
Sleeping prince’s death announced.
The official announcement of his death came on July 19, delivered by his father, Prince Khaled bin Talal Al Saud.
In a heartfelt statement, Prince Khaled mourned his son with sorrow and faith: “May Allah have mercy on him.”
The statement revealed a father’s unwavering hope and belief in divine will through the prince’s long struggle.
The prince’s death has sparked an outpouring of condolences across social media platforms.
The Global Imams Council extended their condolences to Saudi Arabia’s royal family, emphasizing the prince’s long struggle.
“A long struggle that lasted nearly twenty years following a tragic accident,” the council’s statement read.
Admirers from around the world shared messages honoring the prince’s memory and praying for peace.
Comments ranged from “May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace” to “Your time on earth was a blessing.”
End of an era for sleeping prince.
Plans for funeral prayers have been confirmed at Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque in Riyadh.
The prince’s death closes a heartbreaking chapter for his family and the Saudi public who followed his story.
The ‘Sleeping Prince’ will be remembered not only for his royal heritage but the extraordinary fight to keep hope alive.