22.03.2025 17:11
One of the unforgettable stars of Turkish cinema, Filiz Akın, passed away at the age of 82 in the hospital where she had been receiving treatment for a long time. The news of Filiz Akın's death has caused great sorrow in the art world. Her husband, Sönmez Köksal, announced on his social media account that Filiz Akın was laid to rest today at Aşiyan Cemetery.
The Ministry of Health published a message following the passing of Filiz Akın, stating, "Filiz Akın, one of the rare names in Turkish cinema, has passed away in the hospital where she had been receiving treatment for a while. We pray for God's mercy on Filiz Akın, who left unforgettable marks in our cinema history; we extend our condolences to her family, relatives, and the art community."
Filiz Akın's husband, Sönmez Köksal, shared an emotional message, stating, "I lost my beloved wife, my life partner Filiz (Akın Köksal) on the night of March 21 due to a prolonged illness. In accordance with her will, all religious rites were performed and she was laid to rest today in Aşiyan by her closest family members. May her loved ones be consoled..."