Mohamed Al Fayed, the Egyptian-born businessman who owned the department store Harrods, has died aged 94.
In a statement released by Fulham FC, his family said: “Mrs Mohamed Al Fayed, her children and grandchildren wish to confirm that her beloved husband, their father and their grandfather, Mohamed, has passed away peacefully of old age on Wednesday 30 August 2023.
“He enjoyed a long and fulfilled retirement surrounded by his loved ones. The family have asked for their privacy to be respected at this time.”
Mohamed was a great friend of Michael Jackson, they met numerous times and Mohamed even supported Michael during difficult times, commissioned a statue of Michael after his passing to put in the Fulham FC ground.
Rest in piece Mr Al Fayed and all our condolences to your family and friends
