Turkish actors born in 1941
Here are 6 famous actors from Turkey were born in 1941:
Şener Şen
Şener Şen (December 26, 1941 Adana-) a.k.a. Sener Sen is a Turkish actor. He has one child, Bengü Şen.
Şener Şen is a prominent figure in Turkish cinema and is known for his versatile acting abilities, having starred in numerous comedy, drama, and action films throughout his career. He is considered one of Turkey's most accomplished actors and has won many awards for his performances. In addition to his successful acting career, Şener Şen is also an accomplished writer and has penned several books. He is also an avid philanthropist, having established a foundation to support the education and welfare of underprivileged children in Turkey. Despite his success, Şener Şen is known for his humble and down-to-earth personality, and is widely respected both for his talent and his contributions to society.
Şener Şen's acting career began in the 1970s, and some of his most famous films include "Hababam Sınıfı", "Düğün Dernek", "Maden", "Eşkıya", and "Çiçek Abbas". He has acted in over 100 films and television series throughout his career.
Aside from his acting and writing careers, Şener Şen is also a political activist and social commentator. He has been vocal about political issues in Turkey and has been involved in protests and campaigns supporting human rights, freedom of speech, and democracy.
In recognition of his contributions to Turkish cinema and society, Şener Şen has received numerous honors and awards, including the Presidential Culture and Arts Grand Award, the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Istanbul International Film Festival, and the Sedat Simavi Literature Award.
Erden Alkan
Erden Alkan (February 12, 1941 Giresun-) also known as Erdan Alkan or Erden Arkan is a Turkish actor.
He began his acting career in the 1960s and appeared in over 200 films and TV shows throughout his career. Some of his notable roles include "Ölüme Koşanlar" (1970), "Acı Sevda" (1971), "Seyyar Kamil" (1977), and "Bir Gün Mutlaka" (1979). Alkan also directed and produced several films in the 1980s, including "Gerçek Gibi" (1981) and "Mahkum" (1986). In addition to his acting and filmmaking career, Alkan was also an accomplished musician and composer, and released several albums throughout his lifetime. He passed away on May 3, 2021, at the age of 80 due to kidney failure.
Erden Alkan was born in Giresun, Turkey in 1941. After completing his education, he started his career as an actor in the 1960s. He quickly gained popularity and became one of the most prominent actors of the new Turkish cinema of the period. His remarkable acting skills and his unique style attracted the attention of both moviegoers and critics. He was able to play both serious and comedic roles with equal ease.
In the 1980s, Erden Alkan expanded his career to include directing and producing films. He produced and directed several films, most of which were highly successful. He was highly respected for his work in the film industry and was called a "master" of Turkish cinema.
Aside from his acting and filmmaking career, Alkan was also a gifted musician and composer. He wrote and composed several soundtracks for films and produced several albums. His music was highly praised, and he received numerous awards for his musical work.
Alkan passed away on May 3, 2021, due to kidney failure. His contributions to the Turkish film industry as an actor, director, and producer, as well as his musical legacy, will be remembered by many for years to come.
Metin Akpınar
Metin Akpınar (November 2, 1941 Aksaray-) a.k.a. Metin Akpinar is a Turkish actor.
He has acted in numerous films, TV series, and theater productions throughout his career which spans over five decades. Akpınar is considered to be one of the most prominent figures of Turkish comedy, often portraying sarcastic and witty characters in his performances. He has won several awards and accolades for his contributions to Turkish cinema and theater, including the Golden Orange Lifetime Achievement Award at the Antalya International Film Festival in 2010. In addition to his work in entertainment, Akpınar has also been involved in social and political activism in Turkey, often advocating for freedom of speech and political reforms.
Akpınar started his acting career in the 1960s with several small roles in films and on television. He quickly gained popularity with his impeccable comic timing and charming personality. Some of his most memorable works include the films "Vesikalı Yarim," "Tosun Paşa," and "Zübük," as well as the TV series "Perihan Abla" and "Sokaktaki Adam."
Apart from his successful career in entertainment, Akpınar has also been actively involved in politics. He has spoken out against censorship and authoritarianism in Turkey, and has faced prosecution several times for his political views. He was imprisoned for several months in 1971 and again in 1980 for "spreading communist propaganda." In recent years, he has been a vocal critic of the ruling AK Party and President Erdogan's government.
Akpınar has also been recognized for his humanitarian efforts. He is a passionate advocate for animal rights and has worked with several animal rescue organizations. In 2019, he donated a large portion of his own artwork to a charity auction to raise funds for underprivileged children in Turkey.
Despite his advancing age, Akpınar continues to work in the entertainment industry and make public appearances. He remains a beloved figure in Turkey and a symbol of free speech and artistic expression.
Özden Çelik
Özden Çelik (August 29, 1941 Istanbul-) is a Turkish actor.
Özden Çelik started his career in the Turkish film industry in the 1960s and quickly became a prominent actor known for his versatile performances. He acted in more than 140 films and TV series throughout his career, earning critical acclaim for his roles in movies such as "Köprü", "Hababam Sınıfı Uyanıyor", and "Düttürü Dünya".
Over the years, he built a reputation as one of the most respected character actors in Turkish cinema, often playing diverse and complex roles. In addition to his acting career, Çelik also worked as a producer and director for several TV series and feature films.
Çelik's contributions to Turkish cinema were recognized with various awards, including the Sadri Alışık Cinema Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1990 and the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 23rd Ankara International Film Festival in 2014. Despite retiring from acting in 2014, he remains a beloved figure in the Turkish film industry and continues to be remembered for his remarkable contributions to Turkish cinema.
Özden Çelik was born in Istanbul in 1941. He grew up in a family of artists, and his mother was a theater actress. After finishing high school, he studied at Istanbul University's Faculty of Law but dropped out to pursue a career in acting.
Çelik made his acting debut in 1963 in the film "Bir Türk'e Gönül Verdim" and quickly established himself as a talented actor. He appeared in numerous films throughout the 1960s and 1970s, including "Köprü", which won the Golden Bear at the 1969 Berlin International Film Festival, and the popular "Hababam Sınıfı" comedy series.
In the 1980s, he expanded into television acting and became a regular on Turkish television, appearing in series such as "Kara Murat", "Mahallenin Muhtarları", and "Kurtlar Sofrası".
Çelik was also a prolific producer and director, working on several television series and feature films throughout his career. He produced the award-winning film "Sürü" in 1978, which was directed by acclaimed Turkish filmmaker Yılmaz Güney.
In addition to his acting and production work, Çelik was also involved in politics. He was a member of the conservative Welfare Party and served as a member of parliament for one term in the 1990s.
Özden Çelik passed away on January 26, 2022, at the age of 80, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most important figures in Turkish cinema.
Meray Ülgen
Meray Ülgen (March 11, 1941 Konya-) a.k.a. Ülgen Meray or Meray Ülger is a Turkish actor.
Meray Ülgen started his acting career in the late 1950s in Ankara State Conservatory. He made his professional debut in İstanbul City Theater in the play "Kuvvetmira". He later joined the cast of the "İstanbul Şehir Tiyatrosu" and performed in over 100 plays on their stage.
Ülgen made his film debut in 1961 with the movie "Beyaz Mendil". He went on to appear in over 100 films and TV series in his career, including the popular TV series "Köşe Kapmaca" and "Bizimkiler". He is known for his roles in the films "Kuyucaklı Yusuf", "Adak", and "Namuslu".
In addition to acting, Ülgen also worked as a director and producer. He produced and directed several theater productions and TV series, including "Küçük Ağa".
Meray Ülgen was awarded with the Golden Orange Lifetime Achievement Award in 2013 for his contribution to Turkish cinema.
Meray Ülgen was born on March 11, 1941, in Konya, Turkey. He grew up in Istanbul and attended Istanbul University to study law. However, his passion for acting led him to enroll in the Ankara State Conservatory, where he received training in acting.
After completing his training, Ülgen started his acting career in Ankara theaters. He debuted professionally in the İstanbul City Theater with the play "Kuvvetmira". He later became a member of the "İstanbul Şehir Tiyatrosu" and acted in over 100 plays in their productions.
Ülgen made his film debut in 1961 with the movie "Beyaz Mendil". During his career, he appeared in more than 100 films and TV series, including the popular Turkish TV series "Köşe Kapmaca" and "Bizimkiler". He gained critical acclaim for his roles in films such as "Kuyucaklı Yusuf", "Adak", and "Namuslu".
Apart from acting, Ülgen also produced and directed theater productions and TV series. He produced and directed the popular TV series "Küçük Ağa", which ran for several years in Turkey.
Ülgen was awarded the Golden Orange Lifetime Achievement Award in 2013 for his contribution to Turkish cinema. He is considered one of the most talented actors in the Turkish film industry and is remembered for his exceptional performances on stage and screen.
Selçuk Uluergüven
Selçuk Uluergüven (January 1, 1941 Istanbul-January 8, 2014 Aydın) otherwise known as Selçuk Uluergincan or Selcuk Uluergüven was a Turkish actor. He had one child, Eren Uluergüven.
Uluergüven graduated from Istanbul State Conservatory and made his acting debut in 1962. He appeared in numerous films, television series, and theater productions throughout his career, becoming known for his versatility as an actor. Some of his notable performances include his roles in "The Chaos Class" film series, "Kara Köpekler Havlarken" and "Anayurt Oteli". He received several awards for his work in the entertainment industry, including the Sadri Alışık Theater and Cinema Award. Uluergüven was also a member of the Turkish Communist Party and served as a municipal council member in the 1980s. He passed away at the age of 73 due to a heart attack.
During his career, Selçuk Uluergüven acted in over a hundred films, television series, and theater productions. He was particularly known for his roles in Turkish comedy films, including "The Chaos Class" series which he appeared in six installments between 1975-1982. He also played dramatic roles in critically acclaimed films such as "Kara Köpekler Havlarken" and "Anayurt Oteli". In addition to acting, Uluergüven was also a respected theater director and served as the director of Istanbul City Theaters between 1986-1989.
Uluergüven was a staunch socialist and active member of the Turkish Communist Party throughout his life. He was known for his outspoken political views and was briefly imprisoned in 1971 due to his political activism. In the 1980s, he was elected as a municipal council member in Istanbul's Kadıköy district as a part of the political party, People's Labor Party.
After his death, Uluergüven was commemorated by several institutions in Turkey. In 2014, the International Aydın Film Festival dedicated its opening ceremony to his memory. In 2015, the Kadıköy Municipality renamed one of the streets in the district after him.