29.10.2026 14:18
Cem Akaş, General Publishing Director of Can Yayınları, writer, editor, and translator, has passed away. While Can Yayınları announced the sad news, it was learned that Akaş's 19-year-old son, Can Akaş, also lost his life last week due to heart failure.
Can Yayınları General Publishing Director Cem Akaş has passed away. The news that saddened the literary world was shared with the public by Can Yayınları, where he worked.
The following statements were included in the announcement from the publishing house:
"We are deeply saddened by the loss of our dear colleague, friend, and General Publishing Director; author, editor, and translator Cem Akaş. We wish condolences and patience to all his relatives and loved ones, especially his family."
HE HAD LOST HIS 19-YEAR-OLD SON A WEEK AGO
It was learned that Cem Akaş's family experienced great pain shortly before his death. Akaş's 19-year-old son, Can Akaş, had lost his life due to heart failure last week.
Cem Akaş's passing a week after his son's death left his family and loved ones in mourning.