Prince Al Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal Al Saud suffered severe brain injuries and internal bleeding in a road smash.
20:13, 19 Jul 2025Updated 20:33, 19 Jul 2025
Prince Al Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal Al Saud.
A prince has died after spending 20 years in a coma following a horror car crash. Prince Al Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal Al Saud has lost his fight for life at the age of 36.
The monarch was dubbed the “Sleeping Prince” after spending more than two decades in a coma following a car crash in London when he was 15.
The Mirror reports he suffered severe brain injuries and internal bleeding in the accident, and despite urgent medical care, he never regained full consciousness. He was hospitalized at King Abdulaziz Medical City and was kept on a ventilator until his death.
His heartbroken dad confirmed the news of his passing on social media. He wrote: “With hearts believing in Allah will and decree, and with deep sorrow and sadness, we mourn our beloved son.
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“Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, may Allah have mercy on him, who passed away today.” Prince Khaled remained close to his son over the years and opposed withdrawing life support.
Despite some signs giving hope that he could be recovering Prince Al-Waheed remained in a critical condition. His hospital room was often frequented by visitors offering prayers and support.
Funeral prayers for the prince will be held on Sunday at Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque in Riyadh.