Veteran comedian and one of the beloved personalities in Pakistan Umer Sharif died in a hospital in Germany. He was 66.
He was taken to the US for treatment a few days back in an air ambulance along with his wife Zareen Umer.
The comedian had been under treatment for his prolonged illness for the past many months.
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Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah offered his sincere condolences to the family of the legendary star.
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Khurram Sher Zaman also expressed that the demise of Umer Sharif is painful for the whole nation.
Apart from this, the showbiz fraternity not only from Pakistan but from India also offered their condolences for the great loss.
Alvida legend 🙏may your soul Rest In Peace 🙏🙏🙏 #UmerShareef pic.twitter.com/ks4vS4rdL0
— Kapil Sharma (@KapilSharmaK9) October 2, 2021
Saddened to learn about the passing of Umer Shareef Saab. Indeed we belong to Allah and to Him we return. My deepest condolences to His family and Fans.#UmerShareef
— Saba Qamar (@s_qamarzaman) October 2, 2021
Complete loss of words on passing away of the legendary Umar Sharif sahab. May Allah grant him the highest place in Jannah and give his family peace. Ameen.
— Ali Zafar (@AliZafarsays) October 2, 2021
Heartbroken to receive the devastating news of our very own king of comedy #UmerSharif. He was a true gem in our industry and nothing short of a legend amongst us. May Allah grant him the highest place in Jannah. Praying for his family during this difficult time.
— Faysal Quraishi (@faysalquraishi) October 2, 2021
Umer Sharif started as a stage actor at the age of 14 in 1974. He earned popularity with his famous theater show Bakra Qistoon Per.
After garnering goodwill among the viewers, Sharif tried his hands on direction and hosting.
In 1992, Umer received National awards for best director and best actor for the movie Mr 420.
Apart from acting, direction, and production, the comedian garnered popularity as a scenarist as well.
Most of the fans praise Umer for his dedication and hard work as he entered the industry without any influential background.
His gifted skills and diligence made him a successful star.
He married thrice and was living with his first and third wife after bidding farewell to the industry.