Turkish actors born in 1933
Here are 8 famous actors from Turkey were born in 1933:
Erol Günaydın
Erol Günaydın (April 16, 1933 Akçaabat-October 15, 2012 Istanbul) also known as Erol Gunaydin was a Turkish actor and screenwriter. He had three children, Günfer Günaydın, Fatoş Günaydın and Ayşe Günaydın.
Erol Günaydın was born in the town of Akçaabat in Trabzon, Turkey. He was a graduate of the Ankara State Conservatory Theater department. After his graduation, he started his acting career in Ankara. He later moved to Istanbul to continue his career in the entertainment industry.
Günaydın starred in many successful Turkish movies and television series during his career, including "Namuslu", "Yaprak Dökümü", "Eyvah Kızım Büyüdü", and "Dudaktan Kalbe". He also wrote the screenplays for some of the movies he acted in, such as "Kara Gözlüm" and "Bizim Aile".
Throughout his acting career, Günaydın was known for his comic characters and outstanding acting skills. He earned several awards for his work, including the Best Supporting Actor award at the 5th Ankara International Film Festival for his role in the movie "Gökdelen".
In addition to his successful acting career, Günaydın was also a philanthropist who supported various charities and foundations, including the Turkish Foundation for Combating Soil Erosion, for which he served as a goodwill ambassador.
Erol Günaydın passed away on October 15, 2012, at the age of 79, in Istanbul, Turkey. His legacy of great performances and contributions to the Turkish entertainment industry lives on.
Yılmaz Duru
Yılmaz Duru (August 8, 1933 Adana-March 1, 2010 Istanbul) a.k.a. Yilmaz Duru was a Turkish actor, film director, film producer, screenwriter and film score composer. He had one child, Turhan Sermi Duru.
Yilmaz Duru was widely known in Turkey for his contributions to the film industry. He began his career in the 1950s as an actor, appearing in numerous films and television shows. He then transitioned to directing and producing, creating films such as "The Girl with the White Flag" and "Vur Emri". Yilmaz Duru was also a talented screenwriter, penning scripts for several of his own films as well as for others. In addition to his work behind the camera, he was also a skilled musician and composed the score for many of his films. Despite his many talents, Yilmaz Duru faced numerous challenges throughout his career, including censorship and financial difficulties. Nevertheless, he was a beloved figure in Turkish cinema and his contributions continue to be celebrated today.
Kemal İnci
Kemal İnci (May 15, 1933-) also known as Kemal Inci is a Turkish film director, screenwriter and actor.
Kemal İnci was born in Istanbul, Turkey. He began his career as an actor in the 1950s and later transitioned to directing and screenwriting. He has directed and written several notable Turkish films including "Zalimler", "Kanlı Nigar", and "Güzel Bir Gün İçin". In addition to his work in film, İnci has also written and directed several stage plays. He has won numerous awards for his contributions to Turkish cinema, including the Golden Orange Lifetime Achievement Award at the Antalya Film Festival in 1997. Despite being in his 80s, İnci continues to work in the film industry, and he is considered one of the most influential and respected figures in Turkish cinema.
T. Fikret Uçak
T. Fikret Uçak (December 23, 1933 Samsun-July 11, 2003 Istanbul) a.k.a. Fikret Uçak was a Turkish actor, film director and screenwriter.
He completed his education at the Istanbul State Academy of Fine Arts. After graduation, he started his career as an actor in 1954, appeared in over 100 movies, and directed 13 movies. He won awards for Best Screenplay and Best Director at the Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival for his movie "Deli Yusuf" (Crazy Yusuf) in 1978. Besides filmmaking, he was actively involved in theater, contributed to the establishment of the O'Yes Theater in Istanbul. He was also a writer, penning several novels and plays. Fikret Uçak was married to the actress Gülriz Sururi and has two daughters. He passed away on July 11, 2003, in Istanbul, Turkey, at the age of 69.
Beklan Algan
Beklan Algan (March 31, 1933 Erzurum-September 27, 2010 Istanbul) was a Turkish actor, writer and theatre director. He had one child, Sevi Algan.
Beklan Algan was born in Erzurum, Turkey in 1933. He attended Ankara State Conservatory where he studied theater. Throughout his career, he worked in various productions as an actor, writer, and theater director. He became well known for his roles in films such as "The Dry Summer" (1964) and "The Jackal" (1973). He also acted on television, appearing in the popular Turkish television series "Kadın İsterse" and "Kaynanalar". In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, he was also a respected writer, having published several books including "Theater and Turkey" and "100 Questions and 100 Answers on the Theater". Beklan Algan passed away on September 27, 2010 in Istanbul, Turkey at the age of 77. He was survived by his daughter Sevi Algan, who is also an actress.
Kaya Gürel
Kaya Gürel (January 22, 1933 Manisa-) a.k.a. Kaya Gurel or Kaya Gürer is a Turkish actor.
He started his acting career in the 1950s and has appeared in over 200 films and TV series in Turkey. He is known for his roles in classic Turkish films such as "Düttürü Dünya" (1961), "Gülnazar" (1961), and "Hababam Sınıfı" (1975). Gürel has won numerous awards throughout his career, including the Golden Orange for Best Actor at the Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival in 1977 for his performance in the film "Tophaneli Osman." He is also a member of the Turkish Cinema Association and has written several articles on Turkish cinema.
Hayati Hamzaoğlu
Hayati Hamzaoğlu (March 5, 1933 Trabzon-April 15, 2000 Antalya) a.k.a. Hayati Hamzaoglu was a Turkish actor.
He began his acting career in the 1960s and appeared in over 200 films throughout his career. Some of his notable roles include "Kozanoglu", "Turist Ömer", and "Kartallar Yüksek Uçar". Hamzaoğlu was also a skilled theater actor and performed in various plays throughout his life. In addition to his acting career, Hamzaoğlu was known for his philanthropy and dedication to helping his community. He established a foundation and a scholarship in his name to support underprivileged students. Hamzaoğlu passed away in 2000 at the age of 67 due to a heart attack in Antalya, Turkey.
Suphi Kaner
Suphi Kaner (January 19, 1933 Istanbul-August 25, 1963 Istanbul) was a Turkish actor.
He started his acting career in the 1950s and appeared in more than 40 films and television series. Some of his notable roles include "Tahir ile Zühre" (1956), "Tatlı Hayat" (1963), and "Gurbet Kuşları" (1964). Kaner was also recognized for his talent as a singer and released several singles during his career. However, at the peak of his success, he died tragically in a car accident at the age of 30, leaving behind his wife and two young daughters. Despite his short-lived career, Kaner has remained a popular figure in Turkish cinema and continues to be remembered for his contributions to the industry.