KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of veteran actress Sophia Ibrahim, who died today.
Describing the late Sophia as a distinguished icon of the arts, Fahmi said she made significant contributions to the development of Malaysian cinema, beginning in the 1960s.
“Throughout her career, she not only lit up the silver screen with her performances but also helped shape a rich cultural legacy within the world of Malay cinema.
“I believe her passing is deeply felt by all Malaysians, especially fans of Malay films and cultural arts,” he said in a message posted on X.
Sophia died at the age of 77 at a private hospital at 7.15 pm due to complications from asthma.
She began acting at just 15 years old with her debut in ‘Ragam P. Ramlee’ (1964), later gaining prominence through films such as ‘Dr Rushdi’, ‘Cinta 200 Ela’, ‘Pontianak Harum Sundal Malam’ and ‘Puteri Impian’.
In August last year, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim personally contributed financial aid to the legendary actress to help ease her medical expenses after she developed cataracts.
-- BERNAMA
