Zakir Hussain, the famend Indian tabla participant, composer, percussionist, and extra, has reportedly been admitted to a hospital in San Francisco, California, as a result of critical heart-related illnesses.

Whereas a number of studies initially advised that the 4-time Grammy winner had handed away, a few of his relations have since confirmed that he’s nonetheless alive. They’ve urged the general public to hope for his restoration as he stays in important situation.

“He’s nonetheless 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 studies claiming his demise. She added that her brother was “very important, however he’s nonetheless respiration.”

One other individual claiming to be Hussain’s nephew wrote on X to substantiate that he’s nonetheless alive and to request the removing 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. Are you able to please take away this misinformation? He’s in critical situation, and we ask all his followers world wide to hope for his well being,” he stated.

The Ministry of Info and Broadcasting Ministry, which initially posted in regards to the artist’s demise, later deleted its message on X. Regardless of 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 studies.

Discover out extra about him beneath.

How Outdated Is Zakir Hussain?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 As of December 2024, he’s 73 years outdated.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 Web Price?

Hussain’s internet value isn’t definitively recognized, however a number of retailers 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 trainer, who was additionally his supervisor.

Does Zakir Hussain Have Children?

Together 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 the moment learning dance in Manhattan.