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New Straits Times
8 hours ago
- General
- New Straits Times
Passing of BH entertainment editor great loss to journalism
KUALA LUMPUR: The passing of Berita Harian entertainment assistant editor Raja Nurfatimah Mawar Mohamed, today is a significant loss to Malaysian journalism, particularly in the field of entertainment reporting. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil, in a Facebook post, expressed his sadness over the news and extended his condolences to Raja Nurfatimah's family and the BH team. "Innalillahi wainna ilaihi raji'un. May Allah SWT bless her soul, forgive her sins, and place her among the righteous. "She was a highly respected media practitioner, well regarded by colleagues and peers in the industry," he said. Raja Nurfatimah, 49, died Raja Nurfatimah, 49, died at her home in Sungai Long, Kajang, after complaining of chest pain and breathing difficulties at around 2pm. With over 30 years of experience in journalism, she was a prominent and familiar figure in the local entertainment media scene. Her body was taken to Kajang Hospital for a post-mortem and is expected to be laid to rest in her hometown of Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu. – Bernama
New Straits Times
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Yusof Haslam: 'Raja Nurfatimah was a dear friend who helped my family all the way'
KUALA LUMPUR: Filmmaker and producer Datuk Yusof Haslam has described the death of the late Berita Harian assistant entertainment editor Raja Nurfatimah Mawar Mohamed as the loss of a dear friend who supported his family throughout their careers. Raja Nurfatimah passed away today. "Raja Nurfatimah and I go back a long way," he said when contacted. "She covered my work when I was still an actor, and she was there when I became a filmmaker with the Sembilu series too." Yusof added that Raja Nurfatimah was a steadfast supporter of his sons. "When my sons Syamsul and Syafiq rose in the industry, she was the first entertainment journalist to give them support. "My family and I owe her so much, and we'll all miss her dearly," he told NST. Yusof also fondly recalled Raja Nurfatimah's annual Hari Raya Aidilfitri visits. "She would always visit me during Hari Raya Aidilfitri, and we would engage in hearty conversations about Malaysian entertainment." Describing her professional qualities, Yusof said, "She was very hardworking, dedicated, knowledgeable, but most of all, humble and friendly. Almost everyone in showbiz knew her and had good things to say about her." Yusof shared his regret, saying, "I had plans to visit Raja Nurfatimah in July, but alas, this was not to be." "On behalf of my family, I convey my heartfelt condolences to Raja Nurfatimah's loved ones," Yusof said. "Malaysia has lost a great entertainment journalist, and the entertainment world has lost a good friend. We will always remember her love and support for Malaysian entertainment." Several artistes also paid tribute to Raja Nurfatimah on Facebook and Instagram, including Fauziah Ahmad Daud, Datuk Hattan, and Datuk Fauziah Nawi. In an Instagram post, Fauziah Ahmad Daud wrote: "Rest in peace, Raja Nurfatimah. Thank you so much for being a great friend to all of us." Hattan shared on Facebook: "May she be placed among the righteous. We've lost a great friend." Fauziah Nawi also expressed her condolences on Facebook: "May her soul rest in peace. Heartfelt condolences to her family." Raja Nurfatimah, 49, passed away at her home in Sungai Long, Kuala Lumpur, around 2 pm today. Her death, reportedly due to breathing difficulties and chest pain, has shocked both the journalistic fraternity and the entertainment industry. She was an outstanding, award-winning journalist throughout her three-decade-long career. Raja Nurfatimah's remains have been sent to Kajang Hospital for a post-mortem. She will be laid to rest in her hometown of Kuala Terengganu later.
New Straits Times
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
BH entertainment desk assistant editor Raja Nurfatimah Mawar dies
KAJANG: Berita Harian's (BH) entertainment desk assistant editor, Raja Nurfatimah Mawar Mohamed, died at her home in Sungai Long at about 2pm today. Raja Nurfatimah, who had more than 30 years of experience in journalism, was 49. Well-known among members of the entertainment industry, news of her passing came as a shock to family and friends. Her remains were taken to Kajang Hospital for a post-mortem and are expected to be brought back to her hometown in Kuala Terengganu for burial. Her maid, Khusnul Khotimah, 23, said Raja Nurfatimah had been complaining of body aches for the past two weeks and often asked not to be left alone. "She had been feeling unwell for two weeks, but today she looked worse. This morning, she said her body ached and asked me to massage her. "At around 1pm, I gave her some water, but she seemed unable to swallow it and vomited. Her condition deteriorated rapidly after that. "I panicked and went outside to seek help. I alerted the security guard and a neighbour came to assist," she said when met at the deceased's home today. Raja Nurfatimah began her career as a part-time journalist with BH's Kuala Terengganu bureau at the age of 18, before being offered a position with Harian Metro (HM). Over the course of her career, she worked in several departments, including news, crime, and entertainment, in both HM and BH. Raja Nurfatimah wrote numerous engaging articles, including exclusives such as the plight of veteran singer Sahara Yaacob, who was found living in a storeroom, among other revealing stories. She also had close ties with the late iconic singer Datuk Sharifah Aini and wrote extensively about the Biduanita Negara. She was also close to veteran actress Noorkumalasari and the family of Datuk Yusof Haslam. In 2017, Raja Nurfatimah won the Best Columnist Award at the Malaysian Film Industry Excellence Awards (AKIFMA) for her article titled Beginikah Perilaku Penggiat Seni under BH's Desas Desus column.
