Moroccan comedian Rachid Rafik denies viral death rumor

Moroccan comedian Rachid Rafik denies viral death rumor
Thursday 12 March 2026 - 13:47

Moroccan comedian Rachid Rafik has dismissed rumors of his death after false claims circulated widely on social media, sparking confusion and concern among fans.

Posts shared online in recent hours alleged that the comedian had died and even included supposed details about the timing of his funeral, prompting a wave of reactions and messages from followers who believed the information to be true.

Rafik later addressed the rumors in a video posted on his social media accounts, strongly condemning the spread of what he described as false and irresponsible claims.

The comedian explained that the rumor caused significant distress within his family, as his mother and several relatives received calls and messages asking whether the news was true.

He added that his phone was flooded with calls from friends and acquaintances who became worried after seeing the posts online.

Rafik confirmed that he is in good health and does not suffer from any medical issues, while noting that although death is an inevitable reality for everyone, fabricating such rumors remains unacceptable due to the emotional and psychological impact it can have on a person’s family, friends and audience.

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