The sons of late Lebanese singer Wadih El Safi announced they are the sole administrators of his artistic and literary estate. In a public statement, they warned that unauthorized use of his name or legacy in commercial or public projects will face legal prosecution.
Fadi, Antoine, and George El Safi issued a joint declaration on behalf of the family, establishing themselves as the exclusive custodians of their late father’s artistic, literary, and moral legacy. The announcement places strict administrative control over how the acclaimed vocalist’s name and catalog are utilized across public and private spheres according to regional reporting.
Restrictions on Public and Commercial Use of the Estate
The family’s directive calls upon public agencies, private institutions, religious authorities, associations, syndicates, media outlets, and international organizations both inside Lebanon and abroad to halt any unauthorized deployment of the singer’s identity. Specifically, the statement forbids staging commercial or free tribute projects, organizing events or media broadcasts concerning his legacy, and establishing or promoting committees, museums, burial sites, or cultural societies bearing his name without explicit written consent as outlined in the official notice.
Unauthorized speaking engagements or representations on behalf of the family are strictly prohibited. The sons warned that any breaches of these directives will trigger immediate legal action against the offending parties under Lebanese and international jurisdiction parameters.
Fadi, Antoine, and George El Safi, authorized representatives of the heirs, stated, authorized representatives of the other heirs in managing the artist's artistic and literary estate.
Estate Demands Media Verify Singer Details Directly
Beyond formal public projects, the family addressed the press and digital publishing platforms directly. The statement urges all visual, print, audio, and electronic media networks to exercise maximum accuracy and credibility when referencing the late singer according to published dispatches.
Journalists and broadcasters must check information with the estate before circulating details concerning his life or catalog. The heirs position themselves as the singular reference point for verifying historical and artistic materials linked to the singer’s career.
Conditions for Future Cultural Initiatives
Despite the rigid enforcement stance, the family clarified that they do not categorically reject celebratory projects or commemorative events honoring their father.
We also welcome the establishment of any project worthy of the artistic and moral legacy of the late artist Wadih El Safi, provided that we obtain prior written approval for the project. We also thank and welcome the initiatives, ideas, and proposals put forward by any party whatsoever for discussion or study. Fadi
