Turkish actresses died in 2011
Here are 2 famous actresses from Turkey died in 2011:
Sevda Nur
Sevda Nur (January 5, 1944 Istanbul-May 1, 2011) a.k.a. Nevval Köroglu was a Turkish actor.
She started her career in theater in the early 1960s and later transitioned to film and television in the 1970s. Sevda Nur acted in numerous Turkish films and TV series, becoming one of the most prominent faces of Turkish cinema during her time. She also directed a few films and TV series throughout her career. Among her most notable performances are her roles in the films "The Crazed Mustafa" (1974), "The Snake King's Child" (1983) and "Abdülhamit Düşerken" (1979). Although she retired from acting in the mid-1990s, Sevda Nur remained a cherished figure in Turkish cinema until her death in 2011.
Her real name was Nevval Köroğlu, but she was known by her stage name Sevda Nur. She was born in Istanbul, Turkey, on January 5, 1944. After finishing her studies, she started her career in the theater industry and performed in many plays starting from the early 1960s. Sevda Nur gained popularity for her excellent acting skills, which caught the attention of many filmmakers. She made her debut in Turkish cinema with the movie "Haşhaşların Gazinosu" in 1963.
In the following years, Sevda Nur acted in numerous films and TV series and became one of the leading actresses of Turkish cinema. She won the Best Actress Award at the Antalya Film Festival in 1974 for her role in "The Crazed Mustafa." She also directed and wrote the screenplay for some of the successful movies and TV series. Sevda Nur was known for her dynamic and versatile performances, and her movies and TV series were a massive hit at the box office during her career.
Sevda Nur was diagnosed with cancer in 2009, and she battled with the disease for two years. Unfortunately, she lost her battle with cancer and passed away on May 1, 2011, at the age of 67. Her contributions to the Turkish film industry will always be remembered, and she remains a beloved icon in Turkish cinema.
Fatoş Sezer
Fatoş Sezer (January 31, 1958 Gölcük-June 1, 2011 Istanbul) a.k.a. Fatos Sezer was a Turkish actor.
Sezer was born in Gölcük, Kocaeli, Turkey, in 1958. He graduated from the Istanbul University State Conservatory Theater Department. He began his acting career in the 1980s with theater plays and later gained recognition in the television industry. Sezer acted in many popular TV series and movies, including "Aşk-ı Memnu," "Binbir Gece," "Gözetleme Kulesi," and "Adını Feriha Koydum." He was known for his versatility and ability to portray diverse characters with ease. Sezer also worked as a voice actor, dubbing foreign movies and TV shows into Turkish. He received several awards throughout his career, including the Golden Orange Special Award for his contributions to Turkish cinema. Sezer passed away on June 1, 2011, in Istanbul, Turkey, at the age of 53, leaving behind a legacy as one of Turkey's most beloved actors.
During his career, Fatoş Sezer played several iconic roles, but his portrayal of "Deniz" in the Turkish television series "Gözetleme Kulesi" became particularly popular among the audience. Apart from acting, Sezer also directed a number of theater plays and worked as a drama teacher at the Istanbul Kültür University. He was known for his dedication to the art of acting and his passion for promoting the theater among younger generations. Sezer was married to actress Şebnem Dönmez, with whom he had a son named Can. After his death, his friends and colleagues established the Fatoş Sezer Acting Award to honor his memory and recognize outstanding achievements in the Turkish television and movie industry.