Legendary tabla player Ustad Zakir Hussain, whose music crossed borders and generations, passed away today at the age of 73. His manager Nirmala Bachani informed that the actor, who is fighting heart disease, has been admitted to a hospital in San Francisco.
Born in Bombay as the eldest son of renowned tabla player Ustad Allah Rakha, Hussain followed in his father’s footsteps and became a global ambassador of Indian classical music. Known for his masterful skills and innovative spirit, he captivated audiences around the world from Carnegie Hall to intimate gatherings, where his tabla resonated with universal appeal.