End of an era: Celebrities pay homage to Tariq Aziz

Legendary TV host Tariq Aziz has passed away on Wednesday, aged 84. Aziz was also an actor and politician. His quiz show Neelam Ghar, first aired in 1974, it was later renamed the Tariq Aziz Show and then became known as Bazm-e-Tariq Aziz.

Soon after the news of his death broke out, industry insiders and fans took to social media and shared their condolences.

Celebrities such as Mawra Hocane, Vasay Chaudhry, Ushna Shah, Yasir Hussain among others paid homage to the late legendary TV personality.

Zara Noor Abbas:

The name. The show. No one can ever measure up to the grandeur of Neelam Ghar. Thank you for contributing so much to the Pakistani entertainment industry. May your soul rest in peace. Ameen!

Sanam Jung

Extremely saddened to hear about the demise of legendary Tariq Aziz sahab.

Imran Abbas:

'Dekhti aankhon suntay kaano,' aaj jese Pakistan Tv ke sir se kisi buzurg ka saaya uth gaya. The legend, the institution, the trendsetter, an era in himself, the poet, the king of gameshow Tariq Aziz Sahab is no more. Truly the end of an era. R.I.P.

Fahad Mustafa:

Our media industry has lost a legendary host, actor & an exceptional human being. End of an era!

Mawra Hocane:

A big part of my childhood. May you rest in peace, sir. Thank you for entertaining us with your game shows and so much more.

Vasay Chaudhry:

RIP Tariq Aziz Sb, what an Icon. The only time I asked a guest to start the show and I remember his hands trembling when he held the Mike (because of his age) but the moment cameras started rolling, the voice came out with its trademark grandeur.

Saba Qamar:

Another day, another big loss. RIP Tariq Aziz. My heart aches

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan:

Inna lillahi Wa Inna Ilayhi Rajioon! Another legend departed. He was a pioneer broadcaster, host and actor. He was a name known in every household in Pakistan. May Allah bless him eternal peace

Ali Rehman Khan:

My heart just fell to the floor. One of the most respected, mesmerising and engaging personalities till date, is no more. A superstar, a larger than life personality with the kindest heart. May he rest in eternal peace. He will live on in our hearts forever.

Armeena Khan:

Sami Khan:

Tariq Aziz's life and career:

Aziz had also been a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan between 1997 and 1999.

He received his early education in Jalandhar before starting his career at Radio Pakistan, Lahore. When Pakistan started its initial television broadcast in November 1964, Aziz became the first male PTV broadcaster.

He starred in film Insaniyat (1967) with renowned actors Waheed Murad and Zeba and also played the leading role in film Haar Gaya Insaan.

Aziz has appeared on several local television programs and morning shows. He has also organised telethons for charity purposes.

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