George Wassouf to Hold First Concert Since Son’s Death

Iconic Syrian singer George Wassouf is making his return to the stage for the first time since the tragic death of his son, Wadih. 

The acclaimed singer, 61, is slated to perform at Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa in Kuwait on Friday, March 10.

The evening will also feature a performance by Egyptian superstar Bahaa Sultan.

The acclaimed singer's eldest son unexpectedly passed away last year. 

Wadih entered a hospital in Lebanon on December 27, 2022, to undergo gastric bypass surgery and suffered from some complications, which required transferring blood units. He passed away after staying in the hospital for days.

Wassouf 's career spans more than four decades and he's released over 30 albums, becoming one of the most successful Arab singers selling over 60 million records worldwide. He is known for hits such as Sehert El Leil and El Hawa Sultan.

Wadih is the son of Wassouf and his first wife Shalimar, who he married aged 21 and also had sons Hatem and George Jr.

The couple separated in 2009 and then George married Qatar-Palestinian rally champion Nada Zeidan, who gave birth to a daughter in 2015 before they divorced in 2016.