Saudi ‘Sleeping Prince’ Turns 36 After 20 Years In Coma Following London Crash
Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal, known as Saudi Arabia’s “Sleeping Prince,” has turned 36 while still in a coma after nearly 20 years. He was involved in a car accident in London in 2005, which left him with a brain injury. Despite the long period of unconsciousness, his family remains hopeful for his recovery.
The prince has been receiving care at the King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh, where he relies on machines to sustain his life. Although there have been brief moments of limited awareness, such as slight movements, he has not regained full consciousness.
His parents, Prince Khaled bin Talal and Princess Reema bint Talal, have refused to give up hope, citing their faith in divine will. They believe their son’s spirit is still present, and they continue to hold on to the possibility of his recovery. Despite medical opinions, the family has chosen to maintain life support.
Prince Al-Waleed is a member of the Saudi royal family, being the great-grandson of King Abdulaziz Al Saud, the founder of Saudi Arabia. His family has not released an official statement regarding his birthday, but many users have shared prayers and messages of hope for his recovery [1].
Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal, known as Saudi Arabia’s “Sleeping Prince,” has turned 36 while still in a coma after nearly 20 years. He was involved in a car accident in London in 2005, which left him with a brain injury. Despite the long period of unconsciousness, his family remains hopeful for his recovery.
The prince has been receiving care at the King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh, where he relies on machines to sustain his life. Although there have been brief moments of limited awareness, such as slight movements, he has not regained full consciousness.
His parents, Prince Khaled bin Talal and Princess Reema bint Talal, have refused to give up hope, citing their faith in divine will. They believe their son’s spirit is still present, and they continue to hold on to the possibility of his recovery. Despite medical opinions, the family has chosen to maintain life support.
Prince Al-Waleed is a member of the Saudi royal family, being the great-grandson of King Abdulaziz Al Saud, the founder of Saudi Arabia. His family has not released an official statement regarding his birthday, but many users have shared prayers and messages of hope for his recovery.