Zakir Hussain, the famend Indian tabla participant, composer, percussionist, and extra, has reportedly been admitted to a hospital in San Francisco, California, on account of critical heart-related illnesses.
While a number of stories initially steered that the 4-time Grammy winner had handed away, a few of his relations have since confirmed that he’s nonetheless alive. They have urged the general public to hope for his restoration as he stays in crucial situation.
“He continues to be alive. Please, I request you to hope for him. I’m in contact with the household,” Hussain’s sister, Khurshid Aulia, was quoted as saying in response to a number of stories claiming his demise. She added that her brother was “very crucial, however he’s nonetheless respiratory.”
Another individual claiming to be Hussain’s nephew wrote on X to verify that he’s nonetheless alive and to request the elimination of posts stating in any other case. “I’m Zakir Hussain’s nephew, and he has not handed away. We ask for prayers for my uncle’s well being. Can you please take away this misinformation? He is in critical situation, and we ask all his followers world wide to hope for his well being,” he stated.
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Ministry, which initially posted concerning the artist’s demise, later deleted its message on X. Despite the absence of an official assertion from Hussain’s household, Union Ministers, Chief Ministers, and others posted tributes to the tabla maestro in response to the demise stories.
Find out extra about him beneath.
How Old Is Zakir Hussain?
Hussain was born on March 9, 1951, in Mumbai, India. As of December 2024, he’s 73 years outdated.
What Is Zakir Hussain’s Net Worth?
Hussain’s internet price is just not definitively identified, however a number of shops report various figures. Some estimate it to be round $1 million, whereas others, like TimesNowNews.com, recommend it may very well be as excessive as $10 million.
Is Zakir Hussain Married?
Hussain is married to Antonia Minnecola, a Kathak dancer and instructor, who was additionally his supervisor.
Does Zakir Hussain Have Kids?
With his spouse, Antonia, Zakir has two daughters: Anisa Qureshi and Isabella Qureshi.
Anisa graduated from UCLA and is a filmmaker, whereas Isabella is at present learning dance in Manhattan.