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First anniversary of Halid Bešlić's death

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The region has marked the first anniversary of the death of Bosnian folk music legend Halid Bešlić, who passed away on October 7, ~~2025.~~ 2025, at the age of 71 or 72 following a serious illness. His career, which spanned over five decades and included approximately 20 studio albums, established him as a cultural icon across the former Yugoslavia. To commemorate his legacy, his longtime producer and friend Samir Kadirić released a new song titled ‘Zakletva’ (The Oath/The Vow). The track features collaborative performances by musical colleagues and Bešlić’s granddaughter, Lamija. On the anniversary, family members, including his son Dino Bešlić, held a private memorial at the Bare cemetery in Sarajevo. Dino requested a quiet gathering to avoid unnecessary media attention. Colleagues such as Dino Merlin and Dragana Mirković shared emotional tributes on social media, reflecting on Bešlić’s ~~influence remains widespread across the Balkans, with his music frequently played at cultural gatherings~~ character and ~~major sporting events. His legacy is noted for both~~ his ~~musical achievements~~ impact through hits like ‘Miljacka’ and ~~his extensive humanitarian work.~~ ‘Romanija’. Reports also indicate that Bešlić left a substantial estate, estimated at approximately 13 million euros, including real estate in Sarajevo and a villa on the Pelješac coast. In the period following his death, Bešlić’s family experienced further loss when his wife, Sejda, passed away in June 2026 after a long illness. Dino Bešlić shared an emotional tribute on social media to honor both parents.

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