#NSTviral: 'Marrying me' - Dr M's playful quip about Siti Hasmah resurfaces [WATCH]
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KUALA LUMPUR: A video from the past of former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and his late wife, Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali, has been shared on social media platform Threads. The clip features a host asking the couple a series of playful questions. When inquired about the most outlandish or ridiculous thing he had ever done, Dr Mahathir humorously responded: "Marrying me."
The couple shared a laugh at the remark. Dr Mahathir continued by praising his wife's understanding and patience, noting how she never disturbed him as he was always busy with work and family matters. Near the video's conclusion, Dr Siti Hasmah playfully kissed her husband on the cheek, eliciting smiles from the host and viewers.
Social media users have been expressing their admiration for the couple's enduring love story, praising Dr Siti Hasmah for her unwavering loyalty throughout their 70-year marriage, which produced seven children. Dr Siti Hasmah passed away at the National Heart Institute at the age of 100. Dr Mahathir and Dr Siti Hasmah celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on August 5.
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