Heartbreaking details of the final moments of journalist Yomna Shari and the revelation of the cause of her sudden death

A wave of deep sorrow swept through the Lebanese media community and fans of Yomna Shari following the announcement of her death.
Social media pages were flooded with messages of grief, as admirers expressed their shock at losing "the moon at the door," the companion and media personality who illuminated the media scene and touched hearts with her unique presence.
Many wondered about the cause of Yomna Shari’s passing, who died at the age of 55 unexpectedly, closing a chapter in Lebanese television and marking the memory of the 1990s generation with her spontaneous style and remarkable presence.
Her final moments Lebanese journalist Joseph Hawik shared details of Yomna’s final moments on his official account, revealing that she endured a difficult period during which she could not communicate with anyone after falling into a coma following a severe health deterioration caused by a stroke several months earlier. She was then hospitalized for medical care.
Cause of death According to close sources, Yomna Shari passed away in Canada after a two-month battle with lung cancer, suffering from a malignant tumor that she had not been aware of.
Who was Yomna Shari? Born in 1970, Yomna Shari earned a degree in French Literature from Saint Joseph University in Beirut and another degree in Media – Radio and Television from the Lebanese University.
Her career on screen Yomna began her media journey at Sawt Al-Shaab Radio, then moved to television in the 1990s through Al Jadeed TV, hosting several live programs during the height of satellite TV popularity.
She later became a familiar face on Television of the Future, captivating audiences with her charming smile and energetic presence, endearing her to Lebanese hearts.
She worked across radio, television, and print media, presenting popular shows such as "Ya Hader Ya Madi," "Tal Al-Qamar," "Al-Layl Al-Maftouh," and "Tal Al-Qamar Wa Ahlo Al-Sahar," which gained widespread popularity.
Yomna Shari: Between media and acting Her talent was not limited to media; Yomna also ventured into acting, participating in several Lebanese productions that attracted significant attention, including roles in the series "Al-Basha" and "Hind Khanum," thus balancing her career between media and acting before her sudden passing on Thursday, September 18, 2025.