Famous Pakistani comedian Umer Sharif passes away in Germany

Famous Pakistani comedian Umer Sharif passed away on Saturday in Germany after facing severe health issues. Sharif was 66.

Pakistan's Ambassador to Germany Dr Mohammad Faisal was among the first prominent person to confirm the news.

Soon after the death of the Pakistani comedian was announced, Prime Minister Imran Khan expressed condolences over the passing away of the famous comedian.

Back in August, Sharif had suffered a heart attack. According to his close friend, he had gone through two heart bypasses. In September, Sharif in a video message had sought help from the Imran Khan government for his health treatment.

Later, the Pakistani government had announced that all the required treatment facilities will be provided to the comedian by the federal government.