Abdul-Rahman bin Abdul-Aziz Al Saud 1931 – 2017

Biography

Prince Abdul-Rahman bin Abdul-Aziz Al Saud embodied decades of Saudi Arabian royal lineage and influence. A prominent member of the House of Saud during a transformative era, he witnessed and participated in the kingdom’s evolution from a regional power into a global force. His life spanned some of the most pivotal moments in Middle Eastern history, positioning him as an insider to the nation’s pivotal decisions and developments.

Born in Riyadh in 1931, Prince Abdul-Rahman navigated the complex corridors of royal governance throughout his lifetime. His presence within one of the world’s most significant ruling families meant his decisions and counsel shaped regional politics and policy. He remained an integral figure in Saudi circles until his death from kidney failure on July 13, 2017, at age 86.

Laid to rest at Al Oud cemetery in Riyadh, Prince Abdul-Rahman’s legacy endures within the kingdom’s institutional memory and the broader narrative of modern Saudi Arabia’s development.