Kuwaiti actress Hayat Al Fahad, the “Lady of Gulf screen”, has died at 78 after a year of declining health. Despite surgeries and intensive care, her condition worsened, and her family confirmed her passing on Tuesday.
Tributes flooded social media. Emirati singer Ahlam Al Shamsi called her “a mother, sister, friend, and a piece of our hearts.” Fans remembered her through beloved roles that shaped Gulf television.
Hayat Al Fahad began her career in the 1960s and became a household name with dramas like Ruqayya wa Sabika, Khalti Qamasha, and Al-Dar Al-Kabeera. She tackled social issues and family dynamics, giving voice to women’s roles in society.
Beyond acting, she wrote and produced series that defined Gulf storytelling. Her work reflected cultural change and left an enduring mark on regional drama.
Hayat Al Fahad’s passing closes a chapter in Gulf television, but her legacy continues through the stories she brought to life.
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