Morocco lost one of its iconic Chaabi artists today when Omar Cherif was found lifeless in his apartment in the heart of Casablanca on Tuesday morning, after a sudden and severe heart attack.
The security authorities quickly arrived at the scene to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death.
Omar Cherif was an emblematic figure in the style of Moroccan popular music, known as chaabi, having gained renown through performing in numerous artistic events and festivals, and at weddings and other festive occasions.
While the loss of Omar Cherif has deeply shaken the Moroccan music community, his musical legacy will live on forever in the hearts of the Moroccan people.