Comedian Gëzim Kruja, one of the icons of Shkodra comedy, passed away at the age of 80. Family members of the actor confirmed the news to the media (via Shqiptarja.com, Abcnews.al). For a long time, the situation in Kruja was aggravated due to age. His last appearance was in December, after a party organized by theater friends.

Gëzim Kruja started his career at the age of 13, initially as an amateur and later became active with the professional variety show in Shkodra. He completed his higher studies at the Higher Pedagogical Institute, in the branch of Albanian Language and Literature in Shkodra.

In 2004 he was awarded the "Pride of the City" award, a year later he received the title "Naim Frashëri i Artë" and in 2010 he was honored with the title "Grand Master".

Congratulations to the family!