Artist Renad Thalji bids farewell to life after a battle with illness.

The Jordanian artistic community was saddened today by the news of the passing of the artist Renad Thalji, who died after a sudden and short battle with cancer, which was discovered shortly before spreading rapidly in her body. The Jordanian Artists Syndicate mourned her, with its president, director Mohammed Youssef Al-Abbadi, and council members expressing deep sorrow at her loss, praising her remarkable artistic career and distinctive humanitarian presence. Born in Amman, Renad Thalji studied Library Science and Information Technology at Al-Hussein Bin Talal University. She began her artistic career in university theater, showcasing her great talent, winning the Best Supporting Actress award for the play "Revolutions Without a Title" at the Philadelphia University Arab Universities Festival, marking her actual entry into the world of art. Renad's theater experience was rich, participating in several notable works such as "Journey of Knowledge," "Mariana," "Garbage Contradiction," "Gate of Five," "House Without Balconies," and "The Transient Pain," also taking part in numerous local and Arab festivals, receiving awards for her exceptional performances. On screen, she proved herself as a talented actress in many dramas, including "Reconciliation is Better," "Country's Cup," "Anger and Greenery," "Determination," "Something from the Past," "Blood Brothers," and "The Red Tear." Her latest role was in the Bedouin series "Nouf," where she delivered a remarkable performance alongside prominent Jordanian drama stars. In recognition of her distinguished artistic career, she was chosen to be the executive director of the 20th International Free Theater Festival before her untimely departure, highlighting her artistic and managerial position in the local and Arab theater scene. With her passing, the Jordanian art scene loses one of its prominent stars, who left a clear mark in her artistic and creative career, with her works remaining present in the audience's memory.