11.02.2026 19:00
Metin Keçeci, a beloved actor known for productions such as Government Woman and Oh No Oh No, explained the financial crisis he has fallen into. The famous actor shared that after being unable to pay his rent for 16 months, enforcement officers came to his door and the eviction process has begun.
Metin Keçeci, an actor who has performed for many years at the Beşiktaş Cultural Center and was part of the first period of Çok Güzel Hareketler Bunlar, known for beloved productions such as Hükümet Kadın and Eyvah Eyvah, recently shared the deep financial crisis he has been experiencing with the public. Keçeci revealed the painful truth behind the glittering stage of the art world, explaining that enforcement officers knocked on his door because he could not pay his rent.
HE MANAGED FOR 16 MONTHS
While describing the difficult process he has been going through, Metin Keçeci mentioned the courtesy shown to him even by lawyers. Despite being unable to pay his rent for a long time, Keçeci stated that the lawyer showed him tolerance, using the following expressions:
"The lawyer came to the door and said, 'Mr. Metin, we cannot do this to you.' He managed me for a full 16 months. However, at this point, the process has become inevitable."
"I CANNOT MAKE A LIVING WITH MY ARTIST IDENTITY"
The famous actor pointed out that despite his professional career, he struggles to meet his basic needs, drawing attention to the employment and income issues in the art world. Describing himself as "a man who cannot pay his rent," Keçeci said, "I am a man who cannot pay his rent as an artist. This is not just my situation; it is a reflection of the sector and the situation we are in."
ENFORCEMENT KNOCKED ON THE DOOR: EVICTION PROCESS HAS STARTED
The actor, who has had enforcement proceedings initiated against him for not being able to pay the rent of his house and is facing an eviction decision, stated that he preferred to share this situation honestly rather than hide it. Keçeci's statements have particularly led to a renewed discussion on social media about issues such as retirement and job security for artists.
WHO IS METIN KEÇECİ?
Born in 1971, Metin Keçeci has appeared in many series as well as popular films such as Hükümet Kadın, Eyvah Eyvah, and Çok Filim Hareketler Bunlar. Known primarily for his character acting, he is among the veteran names in the industry.