Hayat Al-Fahad passed away after a sudden deterioration in her health months ago Hayat Al-Fahad left behind a remarkable artistic career and an honorable legacy

On Tuesday, the passing of Kuwaiti actress Hayat Al-Fahad marked the closing of a chapter of creativity and distinction in Gulf drama, leaving her fans in shock.

The Gulf artistic scene was overcome with grief following the announcement of the death of the renowned actress Hayat Al-Fahad, one of the most prominent icons of Gulf drama. Her passing came after a sudden deterioration in her health in recent hours, following a severe relapse that required her transfer to intensive care, ending a long artistic and humanitarian journey spanning decades, during which she left an unforgettable mark on Gulf and Arab audiences.

Her death followed days of growing concern about her health condition. The Kuwait Federation for Film and Theatre Production and Entertainment had previously issued an official statement announcing a sudden health setback that required her return to intensive care after being treated in an isolation room. The statement confirmed that her condition was unstable and required close medical monitoring, noting that she was in a critical phase that called for prayers, developments that preceded her passing today.

The news of her death was officially announced through her verified Instagram account in an emotional statement that read: “We belong to Allah and to Him we shall return… With hearts believing in Allah’s will and decree, we mourn the passing of the esteemed artist Hayat Al-Fahad, who passed away after battling illness, following a long career filled with artistic and humanitarian contributions.”

The statement added that she was one of the pillars of Gulf drama and left a rich legacy that will remain alive in generations to come, praying that God grant her mercy and admit her to paradise, and grant her family and loved ones patience and solace.

Several artists also reacted to the news, as Emirati singer Ahlam Al Shamsi mourned her through emotional words on her accounts, affirming the loss of a major artistic figure and noting that Hayat Al-Fahad left a lasting legacy that will remain a testament to a life full of achievement and excellence, praying for her mercy.