Pakistani comedian Umer Sharif has passed away, confirms wife Zareen Umer's sister.
Condolences pour in for Umer Sharif
Senator Faisal Javed, Chairman Senate Sadiq Sanjrani extended condolences for Umer Sharif's wife and family.
PPP leader Bilawal Bhutto Zardari also expressed his grief at the demise of Umer Sharif, recounting his contributions to the nation. Bilawal also went on to thank the deceased for re-defining comedy in Pakistan.
Three days after his stay in Germany, Pakistan’s legendary comedian was expected to resume his travel to the United States (US) for medical treatment, but the departure postponed due to critical condition, reports Geo News.
En route US, Umer Sharif admitted to hospital in Germany after health deteriorates
Umer Sharif had been admitted to a hospital in Germany’s Nuremberg on Wednesday after his health condition deteriorated during his flight to the United States. The comedian was diagnosed with multiple ailments including coronary conditions.
He was shifted to the hospital after the air ambulance carrying Umer Sharif made a scheduled landing in Germany.