The Saudi director Abdulkhaleq Al-Ghanem passed away today, Tuesday, after a deterioration in his health condition at the Dammam Specialized Hospital, due to cancer, after battling the disease for five years. Artist Ahmad Al-Jashi tweeted the news of his death, which sparked an overwhelming wave of sadness among the late director's fans. The late Saudi director left distinct and powerful marks on the small screen, granting Saudi drama numerous creative works.