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Bosnian Folk Legend Halid Beslic Dies at 72

10/10/2025

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Halid Beslic, a Bosnian folk singer, died at 72 after health issues and hospitalization in Sarajevo since August.
He began his music career in 1979, releasing 19 studio albums and hits across the former Yugoslavia.
He performed at weddings and celebrations, connecting strongly with audiences.
During the Bosnian War, he held over 500 humanitarian concerts with proceeds to aid refugees.

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Story summary

Halid Beslic, a Bosnian folk singer, died at 72 after health issues and hospitalization in Sarajevo since August.
He began his music career in 1979, releasing 19 studio albums and hits across the former Yugoslavia.
He performed at weddings and celebrations, connecting strongly with audiences.
During the Bosnian War, he held over 500 humanitarian concerts with proceeds to aid refugees.