Turkish actors born in 1940
Here are 6 famous actors from Turkey were born in 1940:
Ediz Hun
Ediz Hun (November 20, 1940 Istanbul-) is a Turkish politician and actor. His children are called Burak Hun and Bengü Hun.
Ediz Hun began his career in the entertainment industry as an actor, starring in numerous films and television shows throughout the 1960s and 1970s. He gained widespread popularity for his roles in the classic Turkish films "Dağlar Kızı Reyhan" and "Turist Ömer". In addition to his successful acting career, Ediz Hun has also been involved in politics, serving as a member of the Turkish Parliament in the 1990s. In recent years, he has been a vocal advocate for human rights and civil liberties in Turkey. Ediz Hun is also known for his philanthropic work, supporting organizations that work to combat poverty and improve education in Turkey.
Murat Soydan
Murat Soydan (October 2, 1940 Kırklareli-) also known as Rüçhan Tercan or Rüjdan Tercan is a Turkish actor.
He started his acting career in 1964 and has since appeared in a number of films, TV series and theatre plays. Soydan is best known for his roles in the films "Utanç" (1966), "Çirkin ve Güzel" (1974) and "Hababam Sınıfı" (1975). He has also acted in popular TV series such as "Kurtlar Vadisi" and "Behzat Ç". Soydan has received several awards for his performances, including the Best Actor award at the 7th International Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival for his role in "Yılgın Gemisi" (1975). In addition to his acting career, Soydan has also worked as a director, writer and producer. He is known for his work in promoting the Turkish film industry and has been recognized for his contributions to Turkish cinema.
Kuzey Vargın
Kuzey Vargın (June 15, 1940 Istanbul-) also known as Kuzey Vargin is a Turkish actor.
He started his acting career in 1964 with the play "Delikanlı" and acted in numerous plays during his career. Vargın gained popularity with his roles in movies such as "Acı" (1969), "Çirkin ve Cesur" (1970) and "Bir Yudum Sevgi" (1971). He also appeared in many TV series, including "Bizim Aile" and "Kurtlar Vadisi Pusu". Vargın won the Golden Orange Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for his performance in the movie "Karanlıkta Uyananlar" (1975). In addition to his acting career, he served as a member of the Turkish parliament between 1987 and 1991.
Türker Tekin
Türker Tekin (March 11, 1940 Turgutlu-March 17, 2008 İzmir) was a Turkish actor.
He started his acting career in 1962 when he was cast in the movie "Üç Tekerlekli Bisiklet". After that, he appeared in over 200 movies, including "Tarkan vs. the Vikings" (1971), "Hüdaverdi" (1971), "Zuhal" (1975), and "Gülen Gözler" (1977).
In addition to his successful film career, Türker Tekin was also a talented stage actor. He performed in numerous plays, including "Yedi Kocalı Hürmüz," "Azizname," and "Kocakarılar Kraliçesi."
Türker Tekin was awarded the Best Supporting Actor award at the 12th Ankara International Film Festival in 1976 for his role in "Yalancı". He passed away in İzmir in 2008 at the age of 68.
Erdoğan Sıcak
Erdoğan Sıcak (August 18, 1940 Istanbul-) also known as Erdogan Sicak is a Turkish actor.
He began his acting career in the 1960s and appeared in over 100 films, TV series, and theater productions. Sıcak is best known for his roles in Turkish action and drama films of the 1970s and 1980s. Some of his notable films include "Sevdalı Türkiye," "Seninle Ölmek İstiyorum," and "Bir Günah Gibi." Aside from his work in film and theater, Sıcak also worked as a dubbing artist and lent his voice to several foreign films and TV series. In addition to his successful acting career, Sıcak also served as the president of the Istanbul Cinema and Theater Actors Association from 1996 to 2000.
Adnan Mersinli
Adnan Mersinli (January 5, 1940 Mersin-) is a Turkish actor.
He was born in Mersin, Turkey, and studied at Istanbul Municipal Conservatory. Adnan Mersinli began his career in the theatre in the 1960s before moving on to film and television roles. He has appeared in over 100 films and TV shows, including some of Turkey's most popular productions. Mersinli is best known for his role as "Sarı Ereğli" in the classic Turkish film "Hababam Sınıfı" (The Chaos Class) and its sequels. He has won several awards for his acting, including the Golden Orange Award for Best Supporting Actor in the film "Gülen Gözler" (Smiling Eyes). Mersinli is also a painter and his artworks have been exhibited in several art galleries.