Watch: Sheikh Mohammed's children celebrate his legacy with AI-generated birthday tributes
Widely circulated on social media, the videos featured digitally generated visuals that chronicled Sheikh Mohammed's journey — from childhood through adolescence and adulthood — highlighting key moments in his military service, public life, and leadership.
The tributes, created with advanced artificial intelligence tools, conveyed messages of pride and deep gratitude, reflecting the enduring impact Sheikh Mohammed has had as a leader, father, and visionary.
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defense of the UAE, shared a heartfelt video on his social media account that used AI-generated imagery to show moments with his father, both from his childhood and in recent years.
Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum reposted the same tribute through his Instagram Story.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, the grandson of the Dubai Ruler, shared another video in honour of his grandfather's birthday. The video marked the special date:
'In memory of the birth of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum — may God preserve him — which took place on Friday, 19th of Ramadan, 1368 AH (corresponding to July 15, 1949), on the most blessed day of the best of months.'
The video also included a mention of Sheikh Mohammed's order among his siblings — he is the third-born.
Meanwhile, Sheikha Maitha bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum posted a touching birthday message to her father via Instagram Stories, writing:
'Dear Father,
Your wisdom and strength have shaped me into the person I am today.
My teacher, my mentor.
I am eternally grateful for your presence in my life.
Wishing you always a pleased and joyous birthday.'
According to the official UAE Government Portal, Sheikh Mohammed was born in 1949. He was appointed Head of Dubai Police and Public Security on November 1, 1968. In December 1971, he became the UAE's first Minister of Defence.
He was named Crown Prince of Dubai from January 1995 until January 2006. On January 4, 2006, he became the Ruler of Dubai. Additionally, he was appointed Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE in 2006, and he continues to serve in these roles today.
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