Halit Akçatepe was a Turkish actor who is best known for his memorable roles in “Hababam Sinifi”, “Ah Nerede”, and “Güdük Necmi”. He was born on January 1, 1938, in Istanbul, Turkey, and became a beloved figure in Turkish cinema.
Personal and Family Life
Halit Akçatepe was the son of Sitki Akçatepe and Leman Akçatepe. He was married twice, first to Tülin Akçatepe from 1963 to 1981, with whom he had two children, and later to Rezzan Akçatepe from 1999 to 2009, with whom he had one child. Akçatepe completed his education at the Saint Benoit French High School and served in the army for 1.5 years before returning to acting.
Career
He began his acting career as a child in 1943 with the film “Dertli Pinar.” Akçatepe gained widespread recognition in the 1960s, especially for his performance in “Ah Nerede Vah Nerede.” He became a household name with his role as Güdük Necmi in the “Hababam Sinifi” film series, which contributed greatly to the Turkish film industry.
Death and Legacy
Halit Akçatepe passed away on March 31, 2017, in Istanbul due to a heart attack. His contribution to Turkish cinema, especially in comedies, left a lasting impact that continues to influence new generations of actors and filmmakers.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Süt Kardeşler | 1976-02-01 | Ramazan |
| Hababam Sınıfı Uyanıyor | 1976-11-20 | Güdük Necmi |
| Şaban Oğlu Şaban | 1977-12-01 | Ramazan |
| Hababam Sınıfı Sınıfta Kaldı | 1975-04-15 | Güdük Necmi |
| Mavi Boncuk | 1974-01-01 | Mıstık |
| Canım Kardeşim | 1973-03-01 | Halit |
| Hababam Sınıfı | 1975-04-01 | Güdük Necmi |
| Köyden Indim Şehire | 1974-10-01 | Gayret |
| Şaban Pabucu Yarım | 1985-10-01 | Ali |
| Hababam Sınıfı 3,5 | 2006-01-06 | Güdük Necmi |
| Geniş Aile | 2009-07-08 | Nadir Kirişçi |
| Bizimkiler | 1989-01-07 | Nazif Güngör |