Saudi royal ‘Sleeping Prince’ dies after 19 years in coma

|By Adejumo Adekunle-

…Faith icon succumbs nearly two decades after crash
…Family confirms funeral in Riyadh

Prince Al Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal, widely known as the ‘Sleeping Prince,’ has died—19 years after slipping into a coma from a devastating car crash in 2005.

The young royal, nephew to billionaire businessman Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, passed away on Saturday, marking the end of a long medical battle that captivated hearts across the Arab world.

Hospitalized since the crash, Prince Al Waleed became an enduring symbol of hope, patience, and spiritual strength for millions. Despite his unresponsive state, his family and admirers held onto faith for a miraculous recovery, with occasional movements from the prince sparking fresh waves of optimism over the years.

His death was confirmed by family members, who also announced that his funeral will be held in Riyadh on Sunday.

Known not just for his royal lineage but for the emotional connection he fostered with many who followed his story, tributes have poured in from across the region, praising the resilience of his parents and the outpouring of support they received over the years.

Prince Al Waleed’s long health battle leaves behind a legacy of belief in the unseen and hope in the face of uncertainty.