Turkish actors born in 1930
Here are 5 famous actors from Turkey were born in 1930:
Hüseyin Kutman
Hüseyin Kutman (August 20, 1930 Bursa-December 16, 1990 İzmir) a.k.a. Hüseyin Kuntman, Huseyin Kutman or Huseyin Kuntman was a Turkish actor.
Kutman was born in Bursa, Turkey in 1930. He studied at the Istanbul Municipal Conservatory and made his debut on stage in 1949. He later moved to Ankara where he performed in various theaters and also worked as a voiceover artist on radio programs.
Kutman rose to fame in the 1960s and 1970s with his roles in Turkish cinema, often portraying comedic characters. He was known for his distinctive mustache and unique acting style. He acted in more than 250 films during his career.
Aside from his work in cinema, Kutman also acted in several television series and plays. He was a versatile actor who also directed and produced films.
Kutman was honored with several awards for his contributions to Turkish cinema, including the Golden Orange Lifetime Achievement Award in 1990. He passed away later that year in İzmir at the age of 60.
Semih Sezerli
Semih Sezerli (April 10, 1930 Zonguldak-December 14, 1980 Tekirdağ) was a Turkish actor.
He started his acting career in 1955, after studying drama at the State Conservatory of Istanbul. He worked in various theater plays, television shows, and films throughout his career. Sezerli appeared in over 200 films, and his notable roles include "Ölüme Giden Yol" (1962), "Saat 3:00" (1964), and "Selamsız Bandosu" (1968).
In the 1970s, Sezerli also worked as a voice actor and dubbed foreign films into Turkish. He was known for his deep, distinctive voice, and lent his voice to many popular characters, including Darth Vader in the Turkish version of the Star Wars franchise.
Tragically, Sezerli passed away at the age of 50 due to a heart attack while he was on stage performing a theater play in Tekirdağ. His contributions to Turkish cinema and theater are still remembered and celebrated to this day.
Yılmaz Gruda
Yılmaz Gruda (July 14, 1930 Istanbul-) also known as Yilmaz Guruda or Jilmaz Gruda is a Turkish actor.
He was born in Istanbul in 1930 and grew up in Taksim, a central neighborhood of the city. In 1950, he graduated from the Istanbul Fine Arts Academy, where he studied painting. He then started his acting career at the Istanbul City Theatres, where he worked for several years. He later moved to Ankara to work at the State Theatres and became a leading actor in the Turkish theatre scene.
In the early 1960s, Gruda transitioned to film and appeared in over 200 movies throughout his career. He is best known for his roles in the films "Mrs. Salkım's Diamonds" (1967), "Karaoğlan" (1968), "Dry Summer" (1964) and "Law of the Border" (1966). He became one of the most popular and successful actors of his time and won many awards for his performances.
Gruda was also a talented painter and held several exhibitions in Turkey and abroad. He was married to the actress and politician Günseli Başar and had two children. He passed away on March 9, 1989, in Istanbul, at the age of 58. His legacy as one of the most beloved actors in Turkish cinema and theatre is still remembered and celebrated by his fans and colleagues.
Yavuz Yalınkılıç
Yavuz Yalınkılıç (July 4, 1930 Buca-April 6, 2005 İzmit) a.k.a. Yavuz Yalinkiliç was a Turkish actor, film director, film producer and screenwriter.
Yalınkılıç was born in Buca, a district of Izmir, Turkey in 1930. He began his entertainment career in the 1950s, appearing in a number of films as an actor. He also worked as a screenwriter and film director, and went on to produce several films as well. His filmography spans several decades, and he is renowned as a founding member of the Turkish film industry.
Despite his success in the Turkish film industry, Yalınkılıç's career took a turn when he was accused of being a member of a Marxist-Leninist revolutionary group that had attempted to overthrow the Turkish government. He was arrested and spent five years in prison before being released on parole in 1985.
Following his release, Yalınkılıç continued to work in the film industry, directing and producing several popular films. He was also active in left-wing political activism, and was a vocal critic of the government's treatment of political prisoners.
Yalınkılıç died in 2005 in Izmit, Turkey at the age of 74. He is remembered as one of Turkey's most important filmmakers and as a passionate advocate for social justice.
Kerim Afşar
Kerim Afşar (August 13, 1930 Istanbul-September 26, 2003 Ankara) also known as Kerim Afsar or Kerim Avsar was a Turkish actor, theatre director and voice actor.
He was born in Istanbul in 1930 and graduated from the Istanbul State Conservatory Theatre Department in 1954. After graduation, he started his career as an actor in various theaters in Istanbul. He played many different roles on stage, including famous plays like "Hamlet" and "Othello".
He also worked as a director in theaters both in Istanbul and Ankara. In 1959, he won the Best Director Award in the 1st Antalya Film Festival for his film, "Kırık Plak".
In addition to his work in theater and film, Afşar was also a well-known voice actor. He provided voices for many foreign films that were shown in Turkey, including the Turkish voice of Darth Vader in the Turkish-language version of Star Wars.
Throughout his career, Afşar received numerous awards and recognition for his contributions to Turkish theatre and film. He passed away in 2003, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most talented and respected actors and directors in Turkish theatre and film history.