Sad News, Riza Shahab's Second Child Passes Away at 19 Days Old

Kapanlagi.com - Sad news comes from actor Riza Shahab who has just lost his second child forever. This sad news was conveyed by Riza through his post on Insta Story on Sunday, (22/9) yesterday.

In the post, Riza announced that his second son passed away at the age of 19 days. His baby was born on September 2, 2025, and passed away on September 21.

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1. Announcement of Mourning

Riza posted an announcement of the death of his second son through Insta Story. He named Ahmad Saaif bin Shahab for his second child from his marriage to Sofna Alatas.

2. Riza Apologizes to His Son

Riza Shahab and wife © instagram.com/rizashahab

Through his post on Insta Story, Riza apologized to his son. "My angel in heaven, now Saaif is no longer in pain. Until we meet again, my child. Saaif's name will always be in baba and mama's prayers. Forgive baba, my child. When can baba meet Saaif again? I hope baba and mama stay strong in the days to come," wrote Riza.

3. Riza Thanks Everyone Who Prayed

Riza Shahab and wife © instagram.com/rizashahab

In addition to apologizing to his deceased son, Riza also expressed his gratitude for the prayers offered for the late Saaif. Many of Riza's friends conveyed their condolences, which were re-shared by the actor from Jember on his Instagram page.

4. Has Not Revealed Wife's Condition

Riza Shahab and wife © instagram.com/rizashahab

So far, Riza has only shared the condition of his late son who fell ill after being born into the world until he passed away. However, Riza has not provided an update regarding Sonia's condition after giving birth to Saaif.

5. Only 19 Days Old

Riza Shahab and wife © instagram.com/rizashahab

Although he mentioned that Saaif passed away due to illness, Riza did not provide further details about the illness his son suffered from. Saaif's existence for 19 days in this world brought Riza great happiness, but it has now turned into sorrow.

6. First Child is Healthy

Riza Shahab and wife © instagram.com/rizashahab

From his marriage to Sonia Alatas, Riza Shahab already has one child who is quite big now. His first son is growing up healthy and has become a handsome little boy.

7. Riza Stepping Away from the Entertainment World

Riza Shahab and wife © instagram.com/rizashahab

Riza himself is now distancing himself from the Indonesian entertainment world. He has long been inactive in acting and modeling, which used to make his name popular. Riza now chooses to spend more time in Jember, East Java with his family.

(kpl/phi)