02.11.2026 19:10
The death claim put forward about Yeşilçam’s master actor Ahmet Mekin mobilized his family. A response came from his grandson, actor Mekin Sezer, to the posts suggesting that the 94-year-old artist had passed away. Sezer stated that his grandfather’s health was good and categorically denied the claims.
The death claim put forward about Yeşilçam’s veteran actor Ahmet Mekin prompted his family to take action. A response came from his grandson, actor Mekin Sezer, to the posts suggesting that the 94-year-old artist had passed away. Sezer stated that his grandfather’s health was good and categorically denied the claims.
"DON'T WRITE ANYMORE, FAKE NEWS!"
Following the posts claiming that Ahmet Mekin had passed away, his grandson Mekin Sezer made a statement on his social media account. Saying that there was no problem with his grandfather’s health, Sezer used the following expressions:
"Don't write anymore, fake news! There is no issue concerning my grandfather; we are fine and healthy."
With Sezer’s statement, it became clear that the claims about the veteran actor’s death did not reflect the truth.
HE BROKE HIS HIP BONE LAST YEAR
Ahmet Mekin, who has lived in the Erdek district of Balıkesir for many years, fell and broke his hip bone in May 2025 after being hit by a running child while he was taking a walk. The artist was taken to the hospital, underwent surgery, and after his treatment was discharged and began the recovery process.
WHO IS AHMET MEKİN?
Ahmet Mekin, whose real name is Ahmet Kurteli, was born in Istanbul on August 17, 1932. Stepping into cinema in 1957 with the film "Mahşere Kadar," the artist took part in nearly 200 productions throughout his career.
Mekin, especially remembered for the character Cemşit he portrayed in the film "Selvi Boylum Al Yazmalım," also appeared before the camera in important productions such as "Gurbet Kuşları," "Düğün," and "Kuyucaklı Yusuf." In addition to cinema, he also took part in theater and television projects.