Filiz Akin, the iconic Turkish actress and model, has passed away at the age of 82 after a prolonged battle with cancer. Born in 1945 as Sona Filiz Akin, she initially studied archaeology before being discovered through a press call and entering the world of acting. Akin quickly became a household name in Turkish cinema, primarily taking on roles as high school girls and later, romantic characters that captured the hearts of audiences. Her career saw her work with numerous renowned Turkish directors, including the legendary Türker İnan oğlu, with whom she later married. However, her marriage to İnan oğlu was short-lived.
