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Erkan Petekkaya
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Petekkaya in 2017
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| Born | 11 December 1971 Elazığ, Turkey
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| Education | Anadolu University State Conservatory |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1990–present |
| Spouse(s) |
Didem Petekkaya
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| Children | 1 |
Erkan Petekkaya (born December 11, 1971) is a famous Turkish actor. He is well-known for his roles in many popular TV shows. He has been acting for a long time, bringing many different characters to life on screen.
Some of his most famous TV series include Beyaz Gelincik ("White Poppies"), Sessiz Fırtına ("Silent Storm"), Öyle Bir Geçer Zaman ki ("As Time Goes By"), Dila Hanım ("Lady Dila"), and Paramparça ("Broken Pieces"). These shows helped him become a household name in Turkey.
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Early Life and Acting Journey
Erkan Petekkaya was born in Elazığ, Turkey, on December 11, 1971. His family comes from Çermik, a town in Diyarbakır. He studied acting at the Anadolu University State Conservatory. This is where he learned the skills needed to become a professional actor.
He started his acting career in the 1990s. Over the years, he has worked in both television and movies. He has also performed in theatre plays. His dedication to acting has made him one of Turkey's respected actors.
Notable Roles in Television
Erkan Petekkaya has played many leading roles in Turkish television dramas. These roles often involve complex characters and exciting stories.
- Öyle Bir Geçer Zaman ki ("As Time Goes By"): In this series, he played Ali Akarsu. The show was very popular and ran from 2010 to 2012.
- Dila Hanım ("Lady Dila"): He starred as Rıza Selamoğlu in this drama. It aired from 2012 to 2014.
- Paramparça ("Broken Pieces"): From 2014 to 2017, he played Cihan Gürpınar. This series was also a big hit.
- Kırmızı Oda ("Red Room"): In 2021 and 2022, he had a guest role as Sadi. This show explores stories from a therapist's office.
- O Kız ("That Girl"): From 2022 to 2023, he played Kadir, a leading role in this series.
Movies and Theatre Work
Besides his television work, Erkan Petekkaya has also appeared in several films. He has taken on different kinds of roles in movies.
Films
- Gecenin Kanatları (2009)
- Yeni Dünya (2015)
- Kolpaçino 3. Devre (2016)
- Ayla: The Daughter of War (2017)
- Kapan (2019)
- 15/07 Şafak Vakti (2021)
- Dokunma Hurdacının Kızı (2022)
- Prestij Meselesi (2023)
- Aşk Filmi (2023)
Theatre Performances
Erkan Petekkaya also has a background in theatre. He performed in several plays at the Diyarbakır State Theatre.
- Mitos Güzeli (1993)
- Sokak Kedisi Marilu (1993)
- Korku (1994)
- Blood Wedding (1996)
- Düdükçülerle Fırçacıların Savaşı (1997)
- Deli Dumrul (2001)
Awards and Recognition
Erkan Petekkaya has received awards for his acting. One notable award is the Golden Butterfly Award for Best Actor. This award recognizes his talent and contributions to Turkish television.
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See also
In Spanish: Erkan Petekkaya para niños
