Ziad Rahbani, a renowned Lebanese composer, musician, playwright, and son of the iconic singer Fairuz, passed away at the age of 69. He was widely recognized for his revolutionary contributions to Lebanese music and theatre, blending Western and Lebanese sounds, and for his sharp political critique, particularly of Lebanon's sectarian politics and his solidarity with Palestinians. Rahbani’s death prompted a large outpouring of grief across Lebanon and the Arab world. His funeral took place in Bikfaya, northern Lebanon, at the Church of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary, where Fairuz made a rare public appearance to bid farewell to her son. The event was marked by significant attendance and mourning, underscoring Rahbani’s status as a major cultural figure in Lebanon. His passing has been described as a great loss for the country’s artistic and cultural heritage.