He had been in hospital for the past 20 days. Al-Hammad, once one of the most sought-after actors of Saudi television, is best known for his appearances in several episodes of the Kingdom's highly-popular comedy series, Tash Ma Tash. His major television plays include Al-Wajh Al-Akher, Emarat Al-Ajaib and Al-Muzayyifun. He also performed in various radio programs. His recent illness, however, forced him to leave the entertainment business.
Al-Hammad was also a painter in an earlier life and held an unsuccessful exhibition of his work in the Eastern Province around 50 years ago. He then went to Riyadh where he set up a second exhibition which saw some success. He then moved into acting. He was also an official of the Saudi Ministry of Culture and Information. He is survived by his wife and sons Husam, Faisal, Muhannad and Badr.