Here are 2 famous actors from Turkey died in 1980:
Hasan Ceylan (February 24, 1922 Istanbul-December 1, 1980 Istanbul) otherwise known as Hasan Ceylân was a Turkish actor.
He began his acting career on stage, starring in various theatrical productions throughout the 1940s. In the 1950s, he made his transition to film and quickly became a prominent figure in the Turkish film industry. Over the course of his career, he appeared in over 120 films, establishing himself as one of the most iconic and beloved actors of his generation. Some of his most notable roles were in films such as "Karanfilli Yarim", "Sevmek Zamanı", and "Sarhoş". Outside of acting, Ceylan was also known for his work as a voice actor in Turkish dubs of foreign films. He was a prolific figure in the entertainment industry, and his legacy continues to be celebrated in Turkey to this day.
Semih Sezerli (April 10, 1930 Zonguldak-December 14, 1980 Tekirdağ) was a Turkish actor.
He started his acting career in 1955, after studying drama at the State Conservatory of Istanbul. He worked in various theater plays, television shows, and films throughout his career. Sezerli appeared in over 200 films, and his notable roles include "Ölüme Giden Yol" (1962), "Saat 3:00" (1964), and "Selamsız Bandosu" (1968).
In the 1970s, Sezerli also worked as a voice actor and dubbed foreign films into Turkish. He was known for his deep, distinctive voice, and lent his voice to many popular characters, including Darth Vader in the Turkish version of the Star Wars franchise.
Tragically, Sezerli passed away at the age of 50 due to a heart attack while he was on stage performing a theater play in Tekirdağ. His contributions to Turkish cinema and theater are still remembered and celebrated to this day.