Feridun Karakaya was an American actor born in 1928 in Istanbul, Turkey. He is best known for his roles in Cilali Ibo: Avrupada, Ates Riza, and Görünmeyen Adam İstanbul’da. He passed away on April 24, 2004, in Istanbul, Turkey.
Personal and Family Life
Feridun Karakaya was born into a family in Istanbul where he developed a passion for acting early on. Information about his family life is limited, but his career in film and theater defined much of his personal journey. Throughout his life, he became an influential figure in Turkish cinema, shaping the industry with his performances.
Career
Karakaya’s career includes numerous roles in films and television, where he served as both an actor and an assistant director. He gained popularity for his portrayal of memorable characters, especially in comedy and drama genres. His work has left a lasting impact on Turkish film, with several of his titles still celebrated today.
Death and Legacy
Feridun Karakaya passed away from heart failure on April 24, 2004, in Istanbul, Turkey. His contributions to film and theater continue to be recognized by audiences and peers alike. He is remembered for his unique characters and storytelling ability, establishing a legacy that inspires new generations of actors.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Cilalı İbo Teksas Fatihi | 1971-01-01 | Cilali Ibo |
| Beşikteki Miras | 1969-01-01 | |
| Görünmeyen Adam İstanbul’da | 1955-01-01 | |
| Serseriler Kralı | 1967-12-24 | |
| Sevinç Gözyaşları | 1965-12-24 | Şükrü |
| Beş Şeker Kız | 1964-12-30 | Herkül |
| Çalsın Sazlar Oynasın Kızlar | 1954-01-01 | |
| Vuruldum Bir Kıza | 1968-01-17 | Memiş |
| Aman Karım Duymasın | 1976-01-01 | Şemsi |
| New Yorklu Kız | 1971-05-11 | |
| Berduş | 1957-05-31 | Cilalı İbo |
| Cilalı İbo Avrupa’da | 1970-01-01 | Cilalı İbo |
| Cilalı İbo ve Kırk Haramiler | 1964-01-01 | Cilali Ibo |
| Gurbet | 1959-05-02 | |
| Güzeller Resmi Geçidi | 1960-01-01 | |
| Cilalı İbo Perili Köşkte | 1960-01-01 | Cilalı Ibo |
| Düğün Gecesi | 1966-01-15 | |
| Cilalı İbo Yetimler Meleği | 1971-04-05 | |
| Beyaz mendil | 1955-01-02 | |
| Sinekli Bakkal | 1967-01-01 | Rakım |
| Cilalı İbo Maceralar Peşinde | 1986-01-01 | |
| Urfa İstanbul | 1968-01-01 | |
| Gül ve Şeker | 1968-01-01 | |
| Cilalı İbo’nun Çilesi | 1960-01-01 | |
| Cilalı İbo Casuslar Arasında | 1959-01-01 | |
| Gönül Kimi Severse | 1959-01-01 | |
| Gülünüz Güldürünüz | 1976-11-04 |