Sinar Harian editorial executive advisor, Datuk Abd Jalil Ali died this morning.

The sad news of the death of Abd Jalil was shared by Karangkraf Media Group chairman, Datuk Dr Hussamuddin Yaacub through his Twitter account.

Hussamuddin said, Abd Jalil's remains would be brought to his residence in Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya.

“May my friend, Datuk Abd Jalil Ali rest in peace. The journalism world has lost a star," he tweeted.

Abd Jalil who was also the Yayasan Warisan Ummah Ikhlas Board of Trustees chairman had over 30 years of experience in journalism.

Communications and Multimedia Minister, Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah was among those who sent their condolences to the family of Abd Jalil. - BERNAMA