Archive · 29 Jul 2025
Lebanese Composer Ziad Rahbani Dies; Mother Fayrouz Pays Tribute
Ziad Rahbani, a famous composer from Lebanon, has died.
He was known for his music, plays, and political views.
His work often poked fun at the different groups in Lebanon.
Many people, including important figures, came together to remember him.
His mother, the famous singer Fayrouz, was also there, which was special because she doesn't often appear in public.
Rahbani's songs were popular, especially during the difficult times in Lebanon, and are still listened to today.
He leaves behind his mother and other family members.
Ziad Rahbani, a renowned Lebanese composer and playwright, has passed away.
Rahbani's mother, the celebrated singer Fayrouz, made a rare public appearance at tributes.
His death prompted an outpouring of grief and tributes from Lebanese officials and artists.
Rahbani was known for his satirical work and critiques of Lebanon's sectarian divisions.
He died at age 69; the cause of death was not immediately known.
- Who
- Ziad Rahbani
- What
- Ziad Rahbani, a prominent composer, playwright, and political provocateur, died.
- When
- Rahbani died over the weekend.
- Where
- Lebanon
- Why
- The cause of death was not immediately known.
- Deceased
- Ziad Rahbani
- Profession
- Composer, Playwright
- Age
- 69
- Mother
- Fayrouz
- Political stance
- Leftist