Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled Al Saud, who was known as the “Sleeping Prince” of Saudi Arabia, died at the age of 36. He left behind a legacy that goes beyond medical problems and family loyalty. This young prince was in a coma for twenty years after a terrible car accident that changed his life forever. It became a story of faith, endurance, and unending love. People all over the world were interested in his story. They saw his family’s determination as a sign of strength.
The Early Years and the Sad Car Crash
Prince Al-Waleed was born in April 1990. He was the eldest child of Prince Khaled bin Talal Al Saud, a prominent member of the Saudi royal family. He was the nephew of Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal, a billionaire investor. Prince Al-Waleed was only 15 years old when he went to military college in London. But in 2005, he was in a terrible car accident that changed his bright future. He was in a coma for 20 years after the crash due to severe brain injuries and internal bleeding.
Even though American and Spanish doctors did their best, Prince Al-Waleed never fully woke up. His family made the painful choice to keep him on life support, hoping that he would get up one day, while the rest of the world watched in awe and sadness. His family often shared small but significant indications of life, like him lifting his fingers without meaning to, over the years.
The Family’s Unending Commitment
During the whole thing, his father, Prince Khaled bin Talal, became a symbol of fatherly love and strength. Prince Khaled refused to listen to doctors who said to take his son off life support. He was against any suggestion that he end his son’s life. His faith in divine healing kept him by his son’s side for twenty years. He never wavered in his belief that if Allah had decided that his son should die, it would have happened at the time of the accident.
The father shared pictures and videos of his son with the world many times. The video that got people the most showed Prince Al-Waleed faintly responding to Quran readings. This touched many people, especially in Saudi Arabia. The hashtag #SleepingPrince was very popular on social media. People from all over the world sent messages of support, condolences, and prayers for the prince and his family.
The Sad News of His Death
Prince Khaled bin Talal made the official announcement of his son’s death on July 19, 2025. He posted a picture of his son on X (formerly Twitter) and talked about how sad the family was. He read a verse from the Quran: “With hearts that believe in Allah’s will and decree, and with deep sorrow and sadness, we mourn our beloved son: Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, may Allah have mercy on him.”
Soon after, the royal court confirmed that the prince had died. The news shocked people in Saudi Arabia and around the world. People all over the world grieved the loss of a symbol of hope and strength. The Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque in Riyadh was chosen as the location for Salat al-Janazah (Funeral Prayer) on July 20, 2025, as part of the funeral plans. The family will also hold mourning gatherings at their home in the Al-Fakhariya district for three days.
People’s Reactions – Mourning as a Sign of Hope
After the news of his death, the hashtag #SleepingPrince spread quickly on social media. Many people in Saudi Arabia and other Arab countries sent their condolences, and many of them praised the family’s faith and strength. Many people were moved by the story of the “Sleeping Prince,” and when he died, they showed their love and respect.
Prince Al-Waleed’s life was more than just a medical case; it became a story of a family that wouldn’t give up on their loved one, no matter how hard the journey was. The family’s unwavering commitment to keeping him alive for over twenty years touched people’s hearts all over the world. It gave hope to families facing similar challenges and to people of faith who saw in their devotion the strength to never give up.
The “Sleeping Prince” legacy
The story of Prince Al-Waleed is about more than just medical problems. It shows how strong the human spirit is, how strong faith is, and how strong family devotion is. The prince’s family showed the world how much they loved him and believed in Allah’s will, regardless of how they had been through years of pain and uncertainty. You can’t think about Prince Al-Waleed’s story without also thinking about how strong his father, Prince Khaled bin Talal, was and how much he loved his son.
In addition to the family’s emotional journey, the story also shows the significance faith and hope are in the Arab world in a cultural and religious sense. Prince Al-Waleed’s long coma and death have had a huge emotional impact on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. His family’s devotion has been a beacon of light in a world that often looks for quick answers and quick fixes.
The Prince’s Spiritual Legacy
Prince Al-Waleed’s story is amazing, not only due to the medical problems he faced, but also because of the spiritual and emotional impact he had on those who followed it. People from all over Saudi Arabia came to his hospital room to pray and pay their respects. It became a spiritual landmark.
People from all walks of life have been deeply moved by the “Sleeping Prince.” His family’s refusal to give up on him, their hope, and their faith became the foundation of his legacy, which will live on for many years to come.
In conclusion, the end of an era
The passing of Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled Al Saud, who was known to many as the “Sleeping Prince,” marks the end of a chapter in Saudi Arabia’s history. Even though his life was full of unimaginable issues, he left behind a legacy that is more than just a sad story. It is a symbol of hope, faith, and family ties that will never break.
The Al-Saud family never gave up hope that their son would wake up one day, even though he was sick and had mental health problems. Prince Al-Waleed may not have fully woken up, but his story of unwavering love and dedication has motivated many people around the world.
