Özcan Tekgül was an American actress and belly dancer who is best known for her roles in “Disi Hedef,” “Sokak kizi,” and “Yedi adim sonra.” She was born on January 14, 1938, in Istanbul, Turkey.
Personal and Family Life
Özcan Tekgül was born Özcan Tekgül Pekel in a small neighborhood in Istanbul. She began her career in the entertainment industry at a young age when she was crowned a beauty queen in a 1954 contest. By 1955, she had made her stage debut, showcasing her talent and passion for performance.
Career
Throughout the 1960s, Özcan became a prominent figure in both film and dance, performing in around 30 movies. Her remarkable performances earned her a certificate of honor from the Ministry of Culture in 1980, recognizing her contributions to cinema over 25 years. Some of her notable films from the 1950s include “Shepherd Ali,” “Garipler Island,” and “Lokum Sultan.”
Death and Legacy
Özcan Tekgül tragically passed away on July 3, 2011, in Antalya, Turkey, due to a traffic accident. Her legacy lives on through her extensive filmography and the impact she made in the Turkish entertainment industry, inspiring future generations of performers.
Filmography
| Title | Year |
|---|---|
| Disi Hedef | 1971 |
| Road Without End | 1971 |
| Salma | 1969 |
| Tatli günler | 1969 |
| Çilgin Soyguncular | 1969 |
| Yedi adim sonra | 1968 |
| Harmandali efenin intikami | 1963 |
| Çadir gülü | 1963 |
| Soförün aski | 1962 |
| Sokak kizi | 1962 |
| Ölmek istiyorum | 1962 |
| Meçhule gidenler | 1962 |
| Insan dogarken aglar | 1962 |
| Harmandali efem geliyor | 1962 |
| Rifat diye biri | 1962 |
| Kadin asla unutmaz | 1961 |