Turkish actors born in 1939
Here are 7 famous actors from Turkey were born in 1939:
Ferdi Merter
Ferdi Merter (June 19, 1939 Istanbul-) also known as Ferdi Fosforoglu is a Turkish actor.
He began his acting career in the 1960s and became one of the leading actors in Turkey's film industry during the 1970s. Merter has appeared in over 250 films and TV shows throughout his career, making him one of the most prolific actors in Turkish cinema. He is known for his versatile acting skills and has played a range of characters, from romantic leads to villains. In addition to his acting career, Merter is also a playwright and has written and directed several plays. He has won numerous awards for his contributions to Turkish cinema, including the Golden Orange Lifetime Achievement Award at the Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival in 2014.
Yılmaz Köksal
Yılmaz Köksal (July 15, 1939 Adana-) also known as Yikmaz Köksal or Yilmaz Köksal is a Turkish actor.
He has appeared in many films, television shows, and stage productions throughout his career. He began acting in the 1960s and quickly became a well-known name in Turkish cinema. Some of his most notable film roles include "Canım Kardeşim" (1973), "Salako" (1974), and "Kartal Yuvası" (1974).
In addition to his work in film, Köksal is also known for his roles in various television series. He has starred in popular shows such as "Köşe Kapmaca" (1985-1987), "Bizim Evin Halleri" (2000-2002), and "Kurtlar Vadisi Pusu" (2007-2016).
Throughout his career, Köksal has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to Turkish cinema and television. In 2007, he was awarded the prestigious Lifetime Achievement award at the Golden Palm Awards ceremony.
Atilla Ergün
Atilla Ergün (October 10, 1939 İzmir-October 20, 1998 Istanbul) also known as Atila Ergün, Atilla Ergun, Attila Ergün or Atillâ Ergün was a Turkish actor.
He started his acting career in 1959 with the play "Ihtiras Tramvayı" (Streetcar Named Desire) at the Ankara State Theater. He went on to appear in over 160 theater productions, 70 films, and numerous television shows. Ergün was known for his versatile acting skills and was able to play a wide range of characters, from comedic to dramatic. Some of his notable film roles include "Ağaçlar Ayakta Ölür" (Trees Die Standing), "Uyanık Kardeşler" (The Wakeful Brothers), and "Zübük" (The Bumpkin). Additionally, he starred in the popular TV series "Ekmek Elden Su Gölden" (Plenty is No Wealth). Ergün passed away on October 20, 1998, in Istanbul due to liver failure.
Aras Ören
Aras Ören (November 1, 1939 Istanbul-) is a Turkish actor. His child is called Anja Jaenicke.
Aras Ören started his acting career in the 1960s and has since then appeared in over 120 films and television shows. He has received several awards for his contributions to the Turkish film industry, most notably the Ankara Art and Culture Prize in 1998. In addition to his acting career, Ören is also a writer and documentary filmmaker. He has written several acclaimed books on Turkish social and political issues and directed several successful documentaries. Ören has also been actively involved in social and environmental causes, working as an advocate for various organizations. He continues to be a prominent figure in the Turkish acting community and a well-respected public figure in Turkey.
Feyzi Tuna
Feyzi Tuna (January 20, 1939 Balıkesir-) is a Turkish film director, screenwriter and actor.
He started his career in the film industry as an assistant director in the 1958 film "Tütün Zamanı". He has since directed and written scripts for numerous Turkish films, including "Gülsüm Ana" (1974), "Nereye Bakıyor Bu Adamlar" (1986) and "Kılıç Aslan" (1991). Tuna is also known for his acting roles in films such as "Kuyu" (1968) and "Hiçbir Gece" (1990). In addition to his work in film, he has also directed for television, including the series "Kurt Kanunu" (1994-1995) and "Sana Mecburum" (2007-2008). Tuna has been awarded numerous accolades throughout his career, including the Golden Orange Lifetime Achievement Award in 2010 at the Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival.
Şemsi İnkaya
Şemsi İnkaya (April 13, 1939 Istanbul-) also known as Semsi Inkaya is a Turkish actor. He has one child, Ozan İnkaya.
After initially studying chemistry at Istanbul University, Şemsi İnkaya decided to pursue a career in acting. He began his career on the stage and later transitioned to film and television. He has appeared in over 200 films and TV shows, earning critical acclaim for his performances in a number of productions.
Some of his notable roles include Uncle Hektor in "Kibar Feyzo," Şevket in "Züğürt Ağa," and İhsan in "Karanlıkta Uyananlar." He has also lent his voice to several animated films and TV shows.
In addition to his acting career, Şemsi İnkaya has also worked as a producer and director. He founded his own production company, İnkaya Film, in 1994 and has produced several successful films and TV series.
Throughout his career, Şemsi İnkaya has been recognized with several awards and honors, including the Lifetime Achievement award at the 41st Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival in 2004.
Macit Flordun
Macit Flordun (March 13, 1939 Vidin-November 12, 1996 Istanbul) was a Turkish actor. His child is called Tardu Flordun.
Macit Flordun was one of the most respected actors in Turkey and had a long and illustrious career in both television and film. He began his acting career in the 1960s and went on to star in over 100 films and television series throughout his lifetime. Flordun was known for his versatility as an actor and his ability to play a wide range of characters from serious to comedic. He received numerous awards and accolades for his performances, including the Golden Orange Best Actor Award in 1984 for his role in the film "İsimsizler". Flordun was deeply respected in the Turkish film industry and his legacy continues to live on today.