Moroccan musician Abdelhadi Belkhayat passes away following illness

Moroccan musician Abdelhadi Belkhayat passes away following illness
Friday 30 January 2026 - 23:18

Legendary singer and musician Abdelhadi Belkhayat passed away late Friday night at the Military Hospital in Rabat following a prolonged illness.

Composer Moulay Ahmed Alaoui confirmed the death to Hespress AR, noting that the artist had been hospitalized for several weeks due to deteriorating health.

Funeral Arrangements Belkhayat will be laid to rest on Saturday in Casablanca. Funeral prayers are scheduled to take place at the Al-Nour Mosque prior to the burial.

Known for masterpieces like “Qitar Al Hayat”, Belkhayat was a founding father of modern Moroccan music, retaining a massive legacy despite retiring from the stage over a decade ago.

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