Saudi’s ‘Sleeping Prince’, Al-Waleed, Marks 36th Birthday Amid Nearly Two Decades in Coma.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – In a poignant reminder of both resilience and unwavering family devotion, Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal Al Saud, often referred to as Saudi Arabia’s “Sleeping Prince,” has quietly marked his 36th birthday this week while still in a coma—an unbroken state he has remained in for almost two decades.
The young royal’s life took a tragic turn in 2005 when he was involved in a catastrophic car accident while studying at a military college. The crash resulted in a severe traumatic brain injury, leaving Prince Al-Waleed in a coma from which he has never regained full consciousness. Since then, he has been under constant medical care at King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh, where he is supported by life-sustaining equipment and a dedicated medical team.
Prince Al-Waleed is a great-grandson of King Abdulaziz, the founder of modern Saudi Arabia, and a grandson of the esteemed Prince Talal bin Abdulaziz. Though not in the immediate line of succession to the Saudi throne, he holds close familial ties to the reigning monarch, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, his great-uncle. His noble lineage places him firmly within the influential circles of the House of Saud.
Throughout the years, Prince Al-Waleed’s father, Prince Khaled bin Talal Al Saud, has remained a symbol of unwavering hope and deep faith. Rejecting medical advice to discontinue life support, Prince Khaled has consistently voiced his belief in the possibility of divine intervention and a miraculous recovery for his son. This steadfast devotion has captured the hearts of many across Saudi Arabia and the broader Arab world.
Images and brief video clips of Prince Al-Waleed occasionally surface on social media, where they garner widespread attention and heartfelt prayers from the public. In these rare glimpses, the Sleeping Prince is seen receiving care, surrounded by family members who often speak to him, hoping to awaken a response.
Despite his prolonged condition, the prince’s birthday this year was observed in private, attended by close family members and medical staff, who continue to surround him with love and prayers. His story remains a powerful testament to hope, endurance, and the strength of familial bonds in the face of unimaginable trials.
As Saudi Arabia continues to march forward with sweeping social and economic reforms under Vision 2030, the enduring saga of the Sleeping Prince stands as a poignant human story amid the kingdom’s rapid modernization—a reminder that some battles, especially those of the heart, transcend politics and time.
The Al Saud family has ruled Saudi Arabia since its founding in 1932. King Abdulaziz Al Saud, often referred to as Ibn Saud, united the disparate tribes of the Arabian Peninsula to form the modern kingdom. Today, the royal family numbers in the thousands, with various branches holding significant political, military, and business influence. Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled’s lineage traces directly to the core of this powerful dynasty.
Public support for Prince Al-Waleed and his family remains strong. Many Saudis and well-wishers across the Middle East continue to pray for his recovery, with some viewing his enduring life as a testament to faith and perseverance.
As the world marks another year in the Sleeping Prince’s life, the hope for a miracle remains alive—a silent prayer echoed by thousands who have followed his story for nearly twenty years.
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