FATMA GIRIK TURKISH ACTRESS
BORN 1942 DECEMBER 12
Fatma Girik (born 12 December 1942, Istanbul) is a Turkish actress and politician.
Fatma Girik | |
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Born | December 12, 1942 Istanbul, Turkey |
Nationality | Turkish |
Occupation | Actress, politician |
Years active | 1957-present |
Biography[edit source]
She was born in 1942 in Istanbul. She graduated from "Cağaloğlu Kız Lisesi" in Istanbul. Her first appearance in front of the camera was as a walking lady in Günahkar Baba (Sinful Father) by Arşavir Alyanak.
After a stint in small parts, she landed the leading role in Leke (The Stain) by Seyfi Havaeri in 1958.
Three years later she became a respected movie star with her leading role in Ölüm Peşimizde (Death is Chasing Us) by Memduh Ün. She went on to star in over 180 films.
Later on, she ventured into politics, becoming mayor of the district of Şişli in İstanbul between 1989-94.
Filmography[edit source]
Awards[edit source]
- 2nd Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival 1965, Keşanlı Ali Destanı, Best Actress
- 4th Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival 1967, Sürtüğün Kızı, Best Actress
- 1st Adana Golden Boll Film Festival 1969, Ezo Gelin, Best Actress
- 2nd Adana Golden Boll Film Festival 1970, Boş Beşik, Best Actress
- 3rd Adana Golden Boll Film Festival 1971, Acı, Best Actress
- 35th Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival 1998, Sürtüğün Kızı, Lifetime honorary award
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