The majestic tabla maestro and composer, Ustad Zakir Hussain left fans and admirers deeply concerned when the report of his hospitalisation due to serious health issues surfaced on the internet. The legendary musician is the son of the iconic tabla genius, Ustad Allah Rakha, who was admitted to a hospital in San Francisco, USA. The 73-year-old musician was being treated there.
Legendary tabla player, Zakir Hussain passes away at the age of 73
On December 15, 2024, journalist, Pervaiz Alam took to his X (Twitter) and shared the saddening news. He revealed that Zakir Hussain’s brother-in-law, Ayub Aulia, had confirmed the tabla maestro’s hospitalisation over a phone call. Aulia, who is based in London, had requested fans and followers to keep Zakir in their prayers and wish for his speedy recovery. However, later, on the same day, it was reported that the legend had bid adieu to the world. Pervaiz Alam had tweeted:
“Ustad Zakir Hussain, Tabla player, percussionist, composer, former actor and the son of legendary Tabla player, Ustad Allah Rakha is not well. He’s being treated for serious ailments in a San Francisco hospital, USA, informed his brother in law, Ayub Aulia in a phone call with me. Aulia sahab, based in London, has requested Zakir’s followers to pray for his speedy recovery.”