The funeral ceremony for Hamid Alidoosti, a veteran of Iranian football, was held on Tuesday morning (November 3, 2026) at Shahid Shiroudi Sports Complex. This ceremony was attended by a number of prominent figures from sports and culture, especially Ali Daei, Ali Parvin, and Adel Ferdowsipour, in memory and respect for one of the honors of Iranian football.
Presence of Sports Figures at the Ceremony
At this ceremony, Taraneh Alidoosti, as the daughter of the late Hamid Alidoosti, was present alongside other sports figures including Mohammad Mayelikohan, Karim Bagheri, Mehdi Taj, the president of the Football Federation, and Abdolhamid Ahmadi, the president of the Sports Writers Association. This gathering demonstrated the sports community's devotion to this veteran and respect for his memory.
Hamid Alidoosti, with years of activity in Iranian football, will always be remembered as a well-known and beloved figure. He not only made an impact as a player but also as a coach and veteran, significantly influencing new generations of Iranian football.
Criticism of the Absence of Cinema Actors
However, what drew the most attention at this ceremony was the absence of prominent cinema figures alongside Taraneh Alidoosti. While the sports and football community of Iran had made a grand farewell to Hamid Alidoosti, only a few familiar faces from cinema, such as Peyman Maadi, attended the ceremony. This issue was heavily criticized on social media, with users pointing out the absence of cinema stars alongside the family of the late Alidoosti.
This absence somewhat indicates a gap that may exist between the sports and cinema communities. This matter not only reflects social relations but also indicates the values and respects present in Iranian culture.
The funeral of Hamid Alidoosti, especially under the circumstances of his passing due to cancer, became a reminder of the importance of respecting veterans and influential figures in both the sports and cinema fields. This ceremony also serves as a testament to the reality that the sports community in Iran will always remember and honor its great personalities.
Despite these criticisms, the memorial ceremony was well conducted and demonstrated the love and devotion of the people towards Hamid Alidoosti and his family. Ultimately, this ceremony reminds us of the importance of humanity and empathy among communities and shows that we should never forget that great figures play significant roles not only in their fields but also in our daily lives.
