Veteran Pakistani comedian Umer Sharif passed away in Germany on Saturday. The renowned artist was travelling to the US for treatment after a long illness. He was 66. The news was confirmed by Dr Mohammed Faisal, Pakistan’s Ambassador to Germany who sent out a tweet in tribute of the comedy legend.
“With deep sorrow it is announced that Mr. Umer Sharif has passed away. In #Germany. Our deepest condolences to hie family and friends. Our CG is present at the hospital to assist the family in every way,” he posted.
With deep sorrow it is announced that Mr. Umer Sharif has passed away. In #Germany. Our deepest condolences to hie family and friends. Our CG is present at the hospital to assist the family in every way.
— Dr Mohammad Faisal (@DrMFaisal) October 2, 2021
As soon as news broke of Sharif’s death, actors from Pakistan and India took to social media to convey their condolences to the family. Last month, Sharif, who had been under treatment at Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) in Karachi after falling seriously ill, released a video where he appealed to Prime Minister Imran Khan for support in his medical treatment.
Sharif started his career as a stage actor in 1974 at the age of 14 and released his plays on audio cassettes for the first time in 1980. The artist was known as a TV, stage actor, film director. He became very popular not only in the country but also across the border as well. He has worked in showbiz for nearly 50 years and has performed in dozens of plays, stage theaters and live shows.