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Türkan Soray

A trailblazing icon of Turkish cinema, revered as the "Sultan" for her record-breaking career and unwavering compassion, uses her global influence to champion love and change in a divided world.

Born

1945

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Actress
Director
Writer

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Decades active

In short · Acting since 1960, 6 decades active, 197 credits.

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Biography

Türkan Şoray is a Turkish actress, writer, and film director, often referred to as the "Sultan" of Turkish cinema. She began her career in 1960 and gained early recognition, winning her first award at the 1st Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival for her performance in *Acı Hayat*. Throughout her career, she appeared in more than 222 films, becoming the female actress with the most feature film appearances worldwide. In 2010, she was appointed a UNICEF goodwill ambassador in Turkey, highlighting the role of love and compassion in addressing global issues.

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