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Influencer Rashid Hamid mourns “Oma Lotti” – She was 93
Instagram sensation “Oma Lotti” has passed away at the age of 93, leaving her caregiver, Rashid Hamid, in a state of mourning.
Rashid Hamid, known for his influential presence on social media, bid farewell to “Oma Lotti” in a heartfelt Instagram post. “I am at a loss for words, and it pains me immensely to have to share this with you,” Hamid wrote alongside a picture of himself and “Oma Lotti. “I can barely believe it myself, as my best friend – Oma Lotti – has passed away and left this world before us.” According to the accompanying image, “Oma Lotti” passed away on March 10th, reaching the remarkable age of 93.
Hamid gained popularity through his TikTok account “pflege.smile,” where he documented his daily life as a caregiver. His videos featuring his “best friend” and patient, “Oma Lotti,” were especially well-received. She even had the honor of announcing a German national team player for the 2024 UEFA European Championship.
Following a fall, “Oma Lotti” was hospitalized at the end of December. Initially, her recovery seemed promising, as indicated by Hamid’s posts, but sadly, she passed away on Monday.
Hamid expressed gratitude to his audience, stating, “Not only my team and I, but all of you have given Oma Lotti a second spring. With your attention, your comments, your love – she was often recognized, and got to experience so many beautiful moments. And I know that made her very, very happy.”
He concluded his tribute with the words, “During my time with Oma Lotti, I learned that friendship knows no age and it doesn’t matter where you come from, because the only important thing in life is to have a good heart.”
In this emotional time, Rashid Hamid’s poignant words serve as a reminder of the impact of genuine connections and the value of compassion.
This article was originally published on ntv.de.
