Egyptian-born tycoon and self-made billionaire Mohamed Al-Fayed has died at the age of 94, nearly 26 years to the day of son Dodi’s death.
The charismatic businessman made a name for himself with a number of prestigious holdings in his career including the Ritz Hotel in Paris and Harrods department store in London.
“Mrs Mohamed Al Fayed, her children and grandchildren wish to confirm that her beloved husband, their father and grandfather, Mohamed, has passed away peacefully of old age on Wednesday August 30, 2023,” it read. Billionaire Mohamed Al Fayed has died aged 94. He owned London-based professional club Fulham from 1997-2013. Picture: Ian Walton/Getty Images
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