Khaberni - The artistic scene in Egypt was shocked yesterday, Friday, by the news of the death of folk singer Ahmed Salah, a fact confirmed by Helmy Abdel-Baqi, the first agent of the Musicians' Syndicate, through his Facebook account.
Helmy Abdel-Baqi, agent of the Musicians' Syndicate, clarified that the deceased had been suffering from a severe health setback a few days before his death, praying for his mercy and forgiveness, and asking his fans to pray for him.
The news caused widespread sadness among his fans and colleagues in the artistic community, and the public reacted significantly on social media, while many artists mourned the deceased, including Saad El Soghayar, who described him as a "brother and friend," and prayed for his mercy and forgiveness.
It is expected that the artist's family will announce details of the funeral and condolence ceremony in the coming hours, amidst the ongoing wave of sadness that has enveloped the Egyptian artistic scene.
Who is singer Ahmed Salah?
Ahmed Salah is considered one of the most prominent voices in Egyptian folk song, achieving widespread popularity in the early millennium through his works that enjoyed great success.
Some of his most famous songs include: "Salmtak Ya Demaghy" (Take Care, My Brain), "El Manga," and "Adda Omry" (My Age Passed).
His last song was "Kollo Alaya" (All on Me) in 2015, before he gradually withdrew from the artistic scene over the last ten years.
