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#SHOWBIZ: 'A huge loss for Malaysia': Siti Nurhaliza remembers Siti Hasmah's lifelong contributions

KUALA LUMPUR: National songstress Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza Taruddin has expressed deep sadness following the passing of Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali, describing her loss as a profound tragedy for all Malaysians.

#SHOWBIZ: 'A huge loss for Malaysia': Siti Nurhaliza remembers Siti Hasmah's lifelong contributions

KUALA LUMPUR: National singer Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza Taruddin has mourned the death of Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali, calling it a devastating blow to Malaysia. In a touching statement, Siti honored the former Prime Minister's wife for her relentless service to healthcare, social welfare, and women's rights. The loss of Tun Dr Siti Hasmah is an immense tragedy for all Malaysians due to her immense contributions to society throughout her life, Siti expressed.

I pray for strength, patience, and resilience for Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and his family during this trying time, Siti said.

Siti fondly remembered Dr Siti Hasmah as a beacon of kindness, gentleness, and nurturing motherly care to all those who knew her. The beloved icon passed away at the National Heart Institute at 9.20am on today, at the remarkable age of 100, as confirmed by her son, Tan Sri Mokhzani Mahathir.

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