Family, associates celebrate Dr Mahathir's 100th birthday with tributes, legacy
A GRAND celebration was held at the Palace of the Golden Horses on Sunday to mark the 100th birthday of Malaysia's longest-serving Prime Minister (PM) Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.
Hosted by the hotel's founder Tan Sri Lee Kim Yew, the event brought together over 300 guests, including Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali, family members, corporate figures, foreign dignitaries and long-time associates of the centenarian.
Beyond commemorating a rare personal milestone, the celebration served as a tribute to Dr Mahathir's more than six decades of contributions to national development, with speeches and performances reflecting on his enduring legacy.
The ceremony began with a rousing chorus of 'Happy Birthday' from the guests, followed by a cake-cutting ceremony and a special video presentation chronicling Dr Mahathir's life — from his early years in Alor Setar, Kedah, to his two terms as Malaysia's fourth and seventh PM.
One of the evening's highlights was a musical performance by veteran banker and philanthropist Tan Sri Azman Hashim.
In his brief remarks, Lee described Mahathir as 'a symbol of strength, struggle and strategic assurance'.
'He has been sidelined, debated, praised and criticised. But I believe all Malaysians — regardless of race, age or belief — can agree that very few individuals devote their entire lives to the country. Dr Mahathir has done exactly that,' he said.
Lee added that the celebration was not only about looking back but also about setting the tone for the country's future.
'This is not just about Dr Mahathir. It is about Malaysia and whether we have the courage to prepare the country for the next 100 years,' he said.
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