Bio/Wiki
Full Name | Al-Waleed bin Khalid bin Talal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud |
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Known As | The Sleeping Prince |
Physical Stats & More
Eye Color | Light Brown |
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Hair Color | Light Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
College/University | Military Academy in London |
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Personal Life
Hometown | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
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Religion | Muslim |
Zodiac sign | Aries |
Relationships & More
Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
Father | Prince Khalid bin Talal Al Saud |
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Mother | Princess al-Jazi bint Saud |
Career
Career Overview | Al-Waleed bin Khalid Al-Saud was a member of the Saudi royal family, famously known as the 'Sleeping Prince' due to his prolonged coma that lasted for 21 years following a serious car accident at the age of 15. He garnered global attention as his family sought out advanced medical care from various specialists, yet he remained in a state of coma, with occasional minor physical responses noted. His life story inspired many and led to widespread social media support during his lengthy hospitalization. |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
He was the eldest son of Prince Khaled bin Talal Al Saud and a notable figure within the Saudi royal lineage, being the great-grandson of King Abdulaziz, the founder of modern Saudi Arabia. | |
His family maintained continual medical care for over two decades, with his father refusing to withdraw life support despite the advice to consider it. | |
In 2019, despite being in a coma, a video highlighting minor movement responses sparked hope among family and supporters. | |
The hashtag 'Sleeping Prince' became a trending topic on social media, with many people expressing their condolences and support throughout his time in care. |