Turkish actors born in 1978
Here are 12 famous actors from Turkey were born in 1978:
Erhan Emre
Erhan Emre (September 4, 1978 Berlin-) is a Turkish actor and film producer.
He began his career in the entertainment industry as a stage actor in Germany, but soon transitioned to Turkish films and TV shows. Emre has played a wide range of characters throughout his career and is known for his versatility as an actor. He has also produced several successful films, including "Araf" and "Annemin Yarası." In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, Emre is also a philanthropist and advocates for various social causes.
Okan Yalabık
Okan Yalabık (December 13, 1978 Bigadiç-) also known as Okan Yalabik is a Turkish actor.
He started his career in theater and made his television debut in 2001. Yalabık gained popularity with his role in the TV series "Ezel" in 2009. He has since appeared in many successful series, such as "Muhteşem Yüzyıl", "Çukur" and "Hekimoglu". In addition to his TV work, he has also acted in films such as "Kelebeğin Rüyası" and "Mucize". Yalabık has received several awards for his acting, including the Golden Butterfly Award for Best Actor in a Drama Series in 2017.
Burak Demir
Burak Demir (November 3, 1978 Ankara-) also known as M. Burak Demir is a Turkish actor.
Demir was born in Ankara, Turkey on November 3, 1978. He studied acting at Ankara State Conservatory and started his career in theater. After appearing in several plays, he made his television debut in 2007 with the series "Pusat".
In 2008, Demir gained widespread recognition for his role in the popular Turkish television series "Adanalı". He has since appeared in numerous other television series, including "Elveda Derken", "Aşk Zamanı", "Köprü", and "Kördüğüm".
Aside from his television work, Demir has also appeared in several Turkish films, including "Kurtlar Vadisi Filistin" and "Düğüm Salonu".
In addition to acting, Demir is also known for his humanitarian work. He has been involved with several charitable organizations, including the Association for the Protection of Street Animals and the Turkish Red Crescent.
Devrim Evin
Devrim Evin (December 11, 1978 Gölbaşı, Adıyaman-) also known as Devrim is a Turkish actor.
He started his acting career in 2000 in Istanbul City Theaters and later appeared in several popular Turkish TV series such as "Aşk ve Ceza," "Muhteşem Yüzyıl," and "Diriliş: Ertuğrul." Devrim is also known for his roles in films such as "The Mountain" and "The Breath". In addition to acting, he has also worked as a voice actor for Turkish dubbings of foreign films and series. Devrim has received critical acclaim for his performances and has won numerous awards including Best Supporting Actor at the 31st Ankara International Film Festival for his role in "The Breath." Outside of his acting career, Devrim is an ambassador for the Turkish Red Crescent and regularly participates in charity work.
Tolga Yeter
Tolga Yeter (April 4, 1978 Istanbul-) is a Turkish actor.
Tolga Yeter began his acting career in 2000 with the TV series "Pinar's Life". He then appeared in various TV series and movies such as "Antepli Cengiz", "Ezo Gelin", and "Yahsi Bati". In 2015, he played the lead role in the movie "Hayat Mucizelere Gebe". Yeter also became popular for his role as "Musa" in the TV series "Dirilis: Ertugrul", which aired from 2014 to 2019. In addition to his acting career, Yeter is known for his interest in music and has released several songs as a singer.
Hayko Cepkin
Hayko Cepkin (March 11, 1978 Istanbul-) a.k.a. Cepkin, Hayko is a Turkish keyboard player, singer, actor, musician and songwriter.
He started studying classical music at the age of nine and later enrolled at Istanbul Technical University to study musicology. In 2004, he formed his own rock band and released his first album titled "Sakin Olmam Lazım". He gained popularity with his second album "Sandık" in 2006 which included successful songs like "Gökyüzü", "Hâlâ Benimle" and "Son Kez". Cepkin has been an inspiration for many young musicians in Turkey and continues to release successful albums such as "Tanıma Beni" and "Hücremde Sancı". He is also known for his unique music videos and energetic live performances. Besides music, Cepkin has also acted in a few Turkish TV shows and films.
Tansu Biçer
Tansu Biçer (July 4, 1978 Ankara-) otherwise known as Tansu Bicer is a Turkish actor.
He graduated from Hacettepe University Conservatory Theatre Department in 2002. He started his acting career in various theatre plays, before moving onto television and film. One of his notable roles was in the TV series "Aşk ve Ceza" (Love and Punishment) where he played the character of "Yusuf". In addition to acting, Tansu Biçer has also worked as a voice actor in Turkish dubbings of foreign movies and TV shows.
Gürgen Öz
Gürgen Öz (May 10, 1978 Zonguldak-) is a Turkish actor.
Gürgen Öz made his acting debut in 2001 with the TV series "Bana Abi De". He gained wider recognition in 2012 with his role in the popular Turkish drama series "Karadayı". Öz has since appeared in several successful TV shows, including "Kara Para Aşk", "Muhteşem Yüzyıl Kösem" and "Kırmızı Oda". In addition to his successful career in television, Gürgen Öz has also acted in numerous theater productions. He has been recognized for his acting talent with several awards, including the Best Supporting Actor award at the 19th Sadri Alışık Awards. Outside of his acting career, Gürgen Öz is also known for his interest in fitness and healthy living.
Dağhan Külegeç
Dağhan Külegeç (October 18, 1978 Istanbul-) is a Turkish actor.
He studied theater at Istanbul University State Conservatory and started his acting career on stage. He made his screen debut in 1986 with the TV series "Mavi Gece", but his breakthrough role came with the series "Kurtlar Vadisi" (2007-2008), where he played the character of Doktor Memati Baş. He has since appeared in numerous TV series and films, including "Ezel" (2009-2011), "Karadayı" (2012-2015), and "İstanbullu Gelin" (2017-2020). In addition to his acting career, Külegeç is also a musician and has released two albums as a lead singer.
Gökhan Tepe
Gökhan Tepe (February 8, 1978 Kartal-) also known as Tepe, Gökhan is a Turkish actor, film score composer and musician.
Born in Kartal, Istanbul, Gökhan Tepe grew up in a family of musicians and was exposed to music at a young age. He started playing the guitar and singing in high school bands and decided to pursue a career in music after graduation. In 1997, he released his debut album "Yürüdüm" and quickly gained popularity in Turkey.
Aside from his music career, Tepe also ventured into acting and made his debut in the 2005 film "Kabuslar Evi: Bir Sana Bir de Bana". He went on to appear in several TV series and films, including "Güzel Köylü", "Pis Yedili", and "Çukur".
Tepe is also known for his talent in composing film scores. He has composed music for several Turkish films, including "İtirazım Var", "Deli Aşk", and "Dedemin İnsanları".
Throughout his career, Tepe has received numerous awards and nominations for his work in music, acting, and film composition. He continues to be a prominent figure in the Turkish entertainment industry.
Engin Hepileri
Engin Hepileri (March 3, 1978 Istanbul-) is a Turkish actor and theatre director.
He graduated from Istanbul University State Conservatory Theatre Department. After graduation, he worked as an actor in various theaters such as Istanbul State Theater, Kenter Theater, and Şermola Performers. He also appeared in several TV series and films, including "Arka Sokaklar", "Tatlı Küçük Yalancılar", and "Vuslat". Engin Hepileri has won numerous awards for his performances, including the Best Actor award at the 49th Golden Orange Film Festival for his role in the movie "Toz Bezi". In addition to his acting work, he also works as a theater director and has directed several plays.
Önder Açıkbaş
Önder Açıkbaş (October 2, 1978 Germany-) also known as Önder K. Açikbas or Onder Acikbas is a Turkish actor.
He was born in Germany but was raised in Turkey where he started his acting career. Önder Açıkbaş has gained popularity for his roles in Turkish TV dramas including "Kurt Seyit ve Şura", "Kara Ekmek", and "Öyle Bir Geçer Zaman ki". He has also acted in several Turkish films including "Çanakkale 1915" and "Ihlamurlar Altında". In addition to acting, he is also a successful businessman with investments in the food and beverage industry. He has won numerous awards for his roles and is considered one of the most talented actors in Turkey.