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Veteran Actor Jaafar Onn Passed Away At 73; Malaysian Celebs Pay Tribute

by Afiq Amin
April 3, 2024
Source: IG/jaafar_onn,sharifah_amani, zuredamokhtarofficial

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Another legend has left us. Earlier today (Wednesday, 3rd April) veteran actor and comedian Jaafar Onn sadly passed away at the age of 73. Previously, it was reported the actor was admitted to the emergency ward of Sultan Idris Shah Serdang Hospital after noticing that he was bleeding while defecating.

His adopted son Mohamad Hanif Hashim confirmed that the legendary celeb took his final breath at 11:30am this morning surrounded by loved ones. Soon after the news broke out, fellow celebrities and public figures all took to social media to mourn for the late star. Here are some of their messages:

1. Sharifah Amani

Source: IG/sharifah_amani

The actress shared the tragic news of Jaafar’s death through an Instagram story by SIAR’s post. The 37-year-old invites fans to pray for her fellow entertainer.

2. Zur Eda

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The 80s singer posted a tribute on Instagram with a caption that reads a prayer to the late actor.

3. Fahmi Fadzil

Source: Twitter/fahmi_fadzil

Malaysia’s Communications Minister posted on Twitter to share the tragic passing of Jaafar Onn. The politician wrote, “He has entertained us a lot and coloured the art industry of the country. The services and devotion of the deceased in the development of the industry will always be remembered.”

4. Mawi

Source: IG/cahayaasmawi

Former “Akademi Fantasia” contestant Mawi posted an Instagram story of the time his wife Ekin Cahaya worked with the late actor on a cooking show. The singer has also visited Jaafar when he was hospitalised last year.

5. Zalif Sidek 

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Actor and Host Zalif Sidek remembered Jaafar by posting Astro Gempak’s news of the legend’s passing.

Other Malaysian celebrities such as Chef Zam and singer iR Radzi Jamali also offered their prayers to the “Bintang Hati” actor through comments on social media postings of the tragic news. We too like to offer our condolences to Jaafar Onn’s family as they’re going through this hardship. His work in the entertainment industry will always be remembered by the people of Malaysia.

Sources: Berita Harian, Instagram (1)(2)(3), Twitter

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