Unforgettable Names We Lost in 2025
The year 2025 was essentially a year of mourning for the world of art, music, and television. The successive death announcements deeply shook not only their fans but also the entire artistic community. We lost many esteemed figures this year, from legendary names in Turkish music to master actors of cinema. Each of these figures, who left indelible marks in their respective fields, left behind a substantial legacy and an ineffable longing.
Here are the celebrities we lost in 2025...
Ferdi Tayfur - January 2, 2025
Ferdi Tayfur, a living legend of Arabesque music, bid farewell to life at the age of 79 in the hospital where he was receiving treatment. It was reported that the artist, who had been struggling with health issues for a long time, suffered from brain and kidney failure. Tayfur, who etched himself into memory with songs like 'Emmoğlu', 'Huzurum Kalmadı', and 'Çeşme', left an indelible mark on Turkish music.
January 8, 2025 - Selim Ileri
Renowned author of Turkish literature, Selim İleri, has passed away at the age of 75. İleri was best known for his works such as 'Queen of Hell', 'Pastrami Summer', and 'Every Night Bodrum'.
Bedia Ener - January 13, 2025
Renowned actress Bedia Ener, known for her roles in popular series such as 'Yaprak Dökümü', 'Melek Apartmanı', and 'Ada Masalı', tragically passed away at the age of 70 on January 13, 2025, due to a lymphoma in her brain. Following a funeral ceremony held at the Teşvikiye Mosque on January 14, she was laid to rest in the Ümraniye Hekimbaşı Cemetery.
January 24, 2025 - Deniz Arman
Renowned journalist and broadcaster Deniz Arman passed away at the age of 63 on January 24th, while undergoing lung cancer treatment at Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital. Following a funeral service held at the Beşiktaş Vişnezade Mosque on January 25th, he was laid to rest in the Zincirlikuyu Cemetery.
Kahtalı Mıçe (Mustafa Kahtalı) - February 15, 2025
Mustafa Kahtalı, better known by his nickname 'Kahtalı Mıçe,' passed away at the age of 72 in Antalya on February 15 due to small intestine cancer. His funeral was held in Kahta on February 16.
Muhammet Emin Gümüşkaya - February 18, 2025
Muhammet Emin Gümüşkaya, a name most of us recognize from the TV series 'Çocuklar Duymasın,' was receiving intensive care treatment for lung failure at a private hospital in Pendik. Gümüşkaya, who passed away at the age of 77, was laid to rest in the family cemetery at Emir Sultan Graveyard, following the prayers held at Emir Sultan Mosque.
Edip Akbayram - March 2, 2025
Edip Akbayram, renowned for his songs such as 'Aldırma Gönül', 'Hasretinle Yandı Gönlüm', and 'Güzel Günler Göreceğiz', sadly passed away at the age of 74 due to multiple organ failure. His final resting place is the Karacaahmet Cemetery.
Şinasi Yurtsever - March 16, 2025
The sudden death of accomplished actor Şinasi Yurtsever, known for his roles in popular series such as Yabancı Damat and Kardeş Payı, has plunged his fans into deep sorrow. The 51-year-old actor tragically lost his life to stomach cancer on March 13. Following the funeral prayer held at the Barbaros Hayrettin Paşa Mosque on March 15, he was laid to rest at the Zincirlikuyu Cemetery.
Tanyeli - March 17, 2025
One of Turkey's most renowned belly dancers, Tanyeli, passed away at the age of 54. A funeral ceremony was held at the Zincirlikuyu Mosque for the famous dancer who succumbed to pancreatic cancer. Following the ceremony in Istanbul, in accordance with her last will, her remains were transported by road to Bodrum.
Osman Sınav - March 20, 2025
Osman Sınav, a director who left an indelible mark on the history of Turkish television, passed away at the age of 68. Sınav, who was behind unforgettable projects such as 'Deli Yürek', 'Ekmek Teknesi' and 'Kurtlar Vadisi', was one of the most significant figures in the industry. His passing has created a profound void in the world of film and television series.
Filiz Akın - March 21, 2025
Veteran actress of Turkish cinema, Filiz Akın, has passed away at the age of 82. The news of the demise of the seasoned actress, who had been battling health issues for many years, was not disclosed to anyone. In accordance with her wishes, her funeral was held quietly, attended only by her family, and she was laid to rest in the Aşiyan Cemetery.
Volkan Konak - March 31, 2025
Volkan Konak, a powerhouse of Black Sea music, tragically passed away at the age of 58 from a heart attack while performing on stage in Cyprus. With his unique interpretation and stage energy, he was one of the most beloved artists in Turkey. His death has plunged the art community into deep mourning.
Sırrı Süreyya Önder - May 3, 2025
Renowned as a politician, director, and screenwriter, Sırrı Süreyya Önder passed away at the age of 62. Known for his film 'Beynelmilel,' Önder reached a wide audience with his artistic creativity. His death resonated in both the political and artistic worlds. Following the funeral prayer at Barbaros Mosque in Levent, his body was laid to rest in the Zincirlikuyu Cemetery.
Önder was admitted to intensive care following a 12-hour operation due to aortic dissection. Unfortunately, after 18 days in intensive care, the grim news arrived.
Balık Ayhan - May 13, 2025
Beloved figure of Romani music, Balık Ayhan, known by his real name as Ayhan Küçükboyacı, bid farewell to life at the age of 59. Balık Ayhan, renowned for his stage energy and unique interpretation, was rushed to the hospital on April 12 due to severe shortness of breath and respiratory problems. His daughter had made an urgent call for blood for her father through a post on her Instagram account.
İlhan Şeşen - May 26, 2025
Ilhan Sesen, a venerable figure in Turkish music known for his catchy songs such as 'Sarılınca Sana' (When I Hold You), 'Ellerimde Çiçekler' (Flowers in My Hands), and 'Neler Oluyor Bize?' (What's Happening to Us?), has passed away at the age of 76. He was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2023. Following a funeral prayer at the Sakirin Mosque, the artist's remains were laid to rest in the Karacaahmet Cemetery.
Şimal - May 30, 2025
The singer Şimal passed away at the age of 39. She had been battling breast cancer since 2021. Her funeral took place in Kuşadası, where she was laid to rest.
Güllü - September 26, 2025
The powerful voice of Arabesque music, Güllü, tragically lost her life after falling from the window of her home in Yalova. The sudden demise of the 51-year-old artist sent shockwaves through the community, and due to the subsequent investigation, it remained a topic of discussion for months on end.
Arif Erkin Güzelbeyoğlu - October 16, 2025
Renowned actor Arif Erkin Güzelbeyoğlu, known for his roles in productions such as 'Yabancı Damat', 'Hayat Devam Ediyor', and 'Beyaz Melek', passed away at the age of 90. He had breathed life into a multitude of unforgettable characters in both cinema and television series.
Engin Çağlar - November 1, 2025
Engin Çağlar, one of the heartthrobs of Yeşilçam, Turkey's equivalent of Hollywood, has tragically passed away at the age of 85. Çağlar was rushed to the hospital after being struck by a motorcycle just a stone's throw away from his home in Şişli. Despite the best efforts of the medical staff, they were unable to save him. He left an indelible mark on an era with his roles in the popular films of the 1960s and 1970s. His death has deeply saddened those who have a deep affection for the history of cinema.
Ahmet Gülhan - November 3, 2025
Beloved figure of theater and cinema, Ahmet Gülhan, bid farewell to life at the age of 85. The veteran actor had been hospitalized a week before his death due to lung complications. However, his condition worsened, and he was intubated following a blood clot. It was later learned that the esteemed actor passed away the following day.
Muazzez Abacı - November 12, 2025
The titan of Turkish Classical Music, Muazzez Abacı, passed away at the age of 78 on her birthday. The renowned artist was laid to rest at the Cebeci Asri Cemetery.
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