Bringing game shows to life and lighting up our TV screens, the iconic host, radio presenter and actor Tariq Aziz passed away today aged 84.
Tariq Aziz who started his career with Radio Pakistan in the 1960s, became popular with the country’s first ever quiz and game show called ‘Neelam Ghar’ which became so popular that it was named the Tariq Aziz show later. He was an icon for many of us and the internet is mourning the loss of the great man:
Saddened to learn of the passing of Tariq Aziz, an icon in his time and a pioneer of our TV game shows. My condolences and prayers go to his family.
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) June 17, 2020
Mahira Khan took to Twitter to pay her respects:
Legend is, what legend does. He served us all. For so so long. Pakistan is indebted to you Tariq Aziz Sir. Truly, the end of an era.
May Allah bless you. My condolences to his family and all of Pakistan. 🙏🏼♥️🇵🇰#TariqAziz pic.twitter.com/kRflbgrfVu— Mahira Khan (@TheMahiraKhan) June 17, 2020
Ali Zafar too shared how he was a hero to many:
Rest in peace Tariq Aziz Sahab. You gave us an era. A childhood full of memories. You gave us gifts and so much more. We forget our heroes too soon. But I am confident you shall never be forgotten. Such was your presence. #RIP #TariqAziz https://t.co/xMNGO29P7s
— Ali Zafar (@AliZafarsays) June 17, 2020
Saba Qamar shared how her heart aches at the loss:
Another day, another big loss 💔
RIP #TariqAziz My heart aches 😔 pic.twitter.com/BQpZrFF345— Saba Qamar (@s_qamarzaman) June 17, 2020
Sana Javed sent him prayers:
Deeply saddened by the demise of legendary Tariq Aziz sahab. The pioneer of the iconic game show Neelam ghar. “Dekhti ankhon aur suntay kanon ko #TariqAziz Ka Salam“ May Allah grant him the highest place in Jannah and give his family sabr to bear this lossAmeen.
— SANA JAVED (@IamSanaJaved) June 17, 2020
Cricketer Shoaib Akhtar too sent condolences:
Heard the sad news of legendary anchor Tariq Aziz sahab this morning. May Allah make his journey onwards easy. He was the first face of Pakistan Television. #TariqAziz pic.twitter.com/hRaU1mbokR
— Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) June 17, 2020
Photographer Mobeen Ansari shared how it was such an honour to photograph him:
It was such an honor to photograph someone so timeless & etched in our history. The first & last time I met him was on the set of his show. At the end of the show, he did his trademark pose & I captured that special moment. Rest in peace #TariqAziz Sb pic.twitter.com/JAW6eboLYm
— Mobeen Ansari (@Mobeen_Ansari) June 17, 2020
People were sharing how humble he was:
See how humble he was 😢 #TariqAziz kissed #MoinAkhtar while he was doing mimicry of him ❣️ #RIPTariqAziz pic.twitter.com/5Xh4j1Eynw
— Raheel Khan (@RaheelNama) June 17, 2020
Absolutely!
There is no replacement for Tariq Aziz simply no replacement #TariqAziz pic.twitter.com/RTFfzQkway
— ڈاکٹر نبیل حسن (@NabTheDentist) June 17, 2020
People were also sharing his last tweet and its heart breaking:
Last tweet of #TariqAziz pic.twitter.com/ACBhvyWVAU
— Shahroz Tufail (Malik) (@shahroz_tufail) June 17, 2020
Aameen!
The legendary Tariq Aziz is a reminiscence of PTV’s golden era as an icon host of the most famous Game show and remained a house hold name. My condolences on his passing away, and prayers for his family. May his soul rest in peace! pic.twitter.com/SfALknjxEu
— Asim Saleem Bajwa (@AsimSBajwa) June 17, 2020
End of an era:
1936-2020 the name of an era.. #TariqAziz sb was an institution in himself..A legand left us today..He will always be remembered for his work , expression and style.. pic.twitter.com/b7PHKhRwHM
— Neelum Yousaf (@neelumusaf24) June 17, 2020
For sure:
There are no goodbyes. Where ever you'll be, you'll be in Our hearts . 💔
RIP Legend . #TariqAziz pic.twitter.com/iKqjqyIYtU— ibrAhim Khan (@Ibrahimkhan0317) June 17, 2020
His words shall live forever!
He is no more. But his words.#TariqAziz pic.twitter.com/pbcssyQCEd
— Hamza (@IamAhmedHamza) June 17, 2020
People were calling his death the death of their childhood memories:
Death of our childhood memories.May Allah Pak bless him with the highest rank in Jannah. Ameen #TariqAziz pic.twitter.com/oBgUmUXBTP
— ImustSay (@Smn_Taufiq) June 17, 2020
A legend for a reason:
Legend For A Reason ❤#TariqAziz pic.twitter.com/crPdFpMu1n
— Kamii (@Kamii_Ashraf) June 17, 2020
Beshak, he’ll always remain in our hearts ❤️
There are no goodbyes. Where ever you'll be, you'll be in Our hearts . 💔
RIP Legend . #TariqAziz pic.twitter.com/iKqjqyIYtU— ibrAhim Khan (@Ibrahimkhan0317) June 17, 2020
Team Diva sends their deepest condolences to the family and prayers for the departed. What are your fondest memories of Tariq Aziz? Let us know in the comments below!