Infamous Danish cartoonist Kurt Westergaard, who created the caricatures of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) dies after prolonged illness at 86.
The Danish cartoonist was responsible for hurting the sentiments of Muslims and his cartoon of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) outraged the community in 2005.
The Danish cartoonist who drew our beloved Prophet Muhammad PBUH in a disgusting & mocking manner has died
What’s funny is that he will never be remembered or talked about, & most of us will never know his name, however, our Prophet will continue to be elevated in remembrance
— Mohammad Hdieb (@Mohammad_Hdieb) July 19, 2021
Danish Cartoonist, Kurt Westergaard died at 86. He used to draw & mock Prophet Muhammad ﷺ now every mockery will be thrown on his face , the akhirah he never prepared for will approach. 🌝
— Penwoman ♪ (@iamsanajamal) July 19, 2021
The notorious cartoonist started his career in the early 1980s and became known throughout the world for his controversial image.
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As per details shared by his family, Kurt died in his sleep after battling long for life.
The artist was condemned globally by the Muslims for creating 12 drawings under the headline “The Face of Muhammad”.
The outrage against the caricatures escalated into anti-Danish violent protests across the Muslim world.
The demonstrations resulted in a heated debate on Islamophobia and about the limitations of freedom of expression.
Danish embassies were attacked and Kurt received several death threats that compelled him to spend his life in a heavily fortified home.