Sheikh Hamdan, the Dubai Crown Prince, turns 40. Popularly known as Fazza, he has been crown prince since 2008 and is widely respected around the world. He is well known for his love of adventure and animals, and his forward-thinking nature and passion for the country, and has a loyal social media following, as well as countless celebrity friends.
He has shared several glimpses into his life as a father of twins Sheikh Rashid bin Hamdan and Sheikha Sheikha bint Hamdan accompanying his wife, Sheikha Sheikha bint Saeed, with his 14.9 million Instagram followers. Over the past 18 months, he shared many valuable moments with his followers which includes introducing his children to his beloved horses at F3 Stables during a summer trip to the UK and taking them out for a cycle alongside his father, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai. And taking to Instagram on his 40th birthday, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum posted a story with photos of the twins. The little ones — who are now one-and-a-half years old — are seen with balloons that have the words ‘Happy Birthday’ on them.
Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, also took to Instagram to share a heartwarming message for his brother. Birthday wishes have been pouring in for the Royal, with his sisters and cousins also taking to Instagram to post stories and share rare childhood photos of the Dubai Crown Prince.
Fazza means "a person who speeds to the help and support of others". From the Emirati dialect, it's a term often used in Nabati poetry, which is a common art form in the UAE. Sheikh Hamdan has described his poetry as "my identity and poetic character through which I humbly attempt to rekindle joy in the hearts of people, alleviate their suffering in my own simple way. I express their hopes and aspirations."
