Turkish actors born in 1921
Here are 5 famous actors from Turkey were born in 1921:
Darío Moreno
Darío Moreno (April 3, 1921 Aydın-December 1, 1968 Istanbul) otherwise known as Dario Moreno or David Arugete was a Turkish guitarist, composer, singer, lyricist and actor.
He was of Sephardic Jewish descent and started his career as a singer in his teens, performing in nightclubs and on the radio. He eventually moved to France and became a popular singer in the 1950s, known for his flamboyant style and unique voice. Moreno also appeared in several French films during this time.
His biggest hit was the 1961 song "Brigitte Bardot", which was written specifically for the French actress and became an international sensation. Moreno continued to tour and record music until his sudden death from a heart attack at the age of 47. He is remembered as a key figure in Turkish-French music and for his contributions to the world of entertainment.
Ulvi Uraz
Ulvi Uraz (February 13, 1921 Trabzon-May 25, 1974 Istanbul) was a Turkish actor.
Throughout his career, Ulvi Uraz appeared in over a hundred films, TV series, and theater productions, making him one of the most prominent figures in the Turkish entertainment industry during the 1950s and 1960s. His notable acting roles in films include "Ümitkoy" (1958), "Afilli Delikanlı" (1966), and "Babaların Babası" (1971).
Uraz also worked as a theater actor and director, becoming a key figure in promoting Turkish theater. He directed some successful plays in Istanbul, including the productions of "Beni Unutma" and "Duyduk Duymadık Demeyin."
Aside from his career in entertainment, Ulvi Uraz was also known for his involvement in politics, advocating for social justice and equality for all. In 1968, he was elected as a Member of Parliament from the Republican People's Party and served in this position until his death in 1974.
Ulvi Uraz's contribution to the arts and politics in Turkey, as well as his commitment to social justice, continue to be remembered and celebrated to this day.
Niyazi Er
Niyazi Er (January 23, 1921 Kastamonu-April 24, 2005 Istanbul) was a Turkish actor.
He started his acting career at Istanbul City Theaters in 1948 and became one of the most prominent actors of Turkish theater, cinema and television. He acted in more than 200 movies and television series, and his performances in movies such as "The Chaos Class", "Hababam Sınıfı", "My Father and My Son", and "Somersault in a Coffin" were praised by both the audience and the critics. He was honored with numerous awards in his career, including the "Best Supporting Actor" award at the 12th Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival for his role in "Ironhand". Er was also a talented singer who recorded several albums of Turkish classical music. He passed away in 2005 at the age of 84 in Istanbul.
Muzaffer Arslan
Muzaffer Arslan (February 4, 1921 İzmir-November 5, 1992 Istanbul) otherwise known as Muzaffer Aslan was a Turkish film producer, actor, screenwriter and film director.
Arslan was born in İzmir, Turkey in 1921. He began his career in the entertainment industry as an actor and appeared in several films throughout the 1950s. In 1964, he founded his own film production company called Arslan Film, where he produced and directed many successful Turkish movies. Arslan is considered as one of the pioneers of the Turkish cinema industry during the 1950s to the 1970s, and his works have contributed to the development of Turkish cinema. He co-wrote and produced the film "Ölüm Tarlaları" (The Fields of Death), which won the Golden Leopard award at the Locarno International Film Festival in 1965. Arslan was married to the actress Belgin Doruk, and they had two children together. He passed away in Istanbul in 1992 at the age of 71.
Aram Katcher
Aram Katcher (July 5, 1921 Istanbul-April 20, 1998 Los Angeles) also known as Hatchik Aram Katchar was a Turkish actor.
He started his career in the United States and acted in various TV series and movies. Some of his famous movies include "Tora! Tora! Tora!", "The Magnificent Seven Ride!", and "The St. Valentine's Day Massacre". Katcher was also an accomplished stage actor and performed in several notable productions. In addition to acting, Katcher also worked as a voice actor and provided voices for cartoon characters in several TV shows. He passed away in Los Angeles in 1998 at the age of 76.