Quick Info
| Profession | Prince |
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| Nationality | Saudi Arabian |
| Date of Birth | 18/04/1990 |
| Age | 35 years (died on 19, Jul, 2025) |
| Birthplace | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| Date of Death | 19/07/2025 |
Latest News about Al-Waleed bin Khalid Al-Saud
19/07/2025
Prince Al-Waleed bin Khalid bin Talal Al Saud, known as the 'Sleeping Prince,' passed away on July 19, 2025, at the age of 36 after spending nearly 20 years in a coma following a severe car accident in London in 2005. Funeral prayers were held the following day at Riyadh's Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque, with tributes pouring in from across the kingdom from citizens, scholars, and royal family members expressing sorrow and solidarity.
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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 College in London |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Muslim |
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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 |
| Uncle | Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal |
| Great-Grandfather | King Abdulaziz (founder of modern Saudi Arabia) |
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 nearly 20 years following a severe car accident in London in 2005 at the age of 15. The accident caused traumatic brain injuries and internal bleeding, leaving him in a persistent vegetative state. He remained under continuous medical care at King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh, where his father, Prince Khalid bin Talal, steadfastly refused to withdraw life support despite medical advice. His story garnered global attention and sympathy, with occasional minor physical responses such as finger twitches fueling hope among his family and supporters throughout his hospitalization. |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. 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. | |
| 2. His family maintained continual medical care for over two decades, with his father refusing to withdraw life support despite the advice to consider it. | |
| 3. In 2019, despite being in a coma, a video highlighting minor movement responses sparked hope among family and supporters. | |
| 4. The hashtag 'Sleeping Prince' became a trending topic on social media, with many people expressing their condolences and support throughout his time in care. | |
| 5. He was the eldest son of Prince Khalid bin Talal Al Saud and the nephew of billionaire Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal, making him a notable figure within the Saudi royal lineage as the great-grandson of King Abdulaziz, the founder of modern Saudi Arabia. | |
| 6. Throughout his coma, occasional movements and physical responses sparked hope among family and supporters that he might someday awaken. | |
| 7. He was the eldest son of Prince Khaled bin Talal Al Saud and the nephew of billionaire Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal, making him a notable figure within the Saudi royal lineage as the great-grandson of King Abdulaziz, the founder of modern Saudi Arabia. | |
| 8. Throughout his coma, occasional movements and physical responses such as finger twitches sparked hope among family and supporters that he might someday awaken. | |
| 9. King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the current Saudi king, was his great-uncle. |