Prince Al Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal Al Saud, known as the “Sleeping Prince,” has died after spending over 20 years in a coma following a car accident in 2005.
Born in April 1990, he was the eldest son of Prince Khaled bin Talal and a nephew of billionaire Prince Al Waleed bin Talal.
At 15, while studying in London as a military cadet, a serious crash left him with severe brain injuries.
Despite top medical care, Prince Al Waleed never regained full consciousness.
His father remained by his side for two decades, rejecting life support withdrawal and clinging to hope.
Videos showing the prince’s subtle reactions to Quranic recitations drew public empathy.
His death at a Saudi medical facility prompted nationwide mourning.
The hashtag #SleepingPrince trended widely, as many honored him as a symbol of faith, love, and perseverance.
