RIYADH: Saudi actor Hamad Al-Muzaini died on Sunday at the age of 80 after a long illness.

He leaves behind a deep-rooted cultural and artistic legacy that helped shape Saudi Arabia’s cultural landscape.

Al-Muzaini had a presence in countless Saudi households. He was renowned for his roles in a wide array of television series, including the iconic “Tash ma Tash.”

He also contributed to other popular shows such as “Ailat Abu Ruwaishid,” “Ghashamsham,” the youth-oriented “Shabab Al-Bomb,” and “Al-Asouf.”

He played a central figure who helped shape traditions, storytelling, and family bonds for a generation of viewers.