RIYADH: Prince Al Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal Al Saud,known as the “Sleeping Prince,” has passed away after being in a coma for over 20 years. He was 35.
Prince Al Waleed was the eldest son of Prince Khaled bin Talal Al Saud, a member of the Saudi royal family and nephew of billionaire businessman Prince Al Waleed bin Talal.
At the age of 15, the young prince was studying as a military cadet in London when he was involved in a severe car accident. The crash left him with traumatic brain injuries and internal bleeding, putting him into a coma.
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The royal family has not yet announced funeral details. His passing has been met with a wave of condolences across the world.
