Renowned tabla player Zakir Hussain dies in San Francisco at 72
Zakir Hussain, the renowned tabla player, died in a San Francisco hospital due to complications from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. His family announced his passing on Monday. Hussain was celebrated for his contributions to music, receiving the Padma Shri in 1988, the Padma Bhushan in 2002, and the Padma Vibhushan in 2023. He was the son of Ustad Alla Rakha. Throughout his career, Hussain collaborated with various artists and won a Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album. His legacy includes performances that honored his father's centenary and collaborations with notable musicians.