Tolga Sarıtaş
Tolga Sarıtaş | |
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| Born | 30 May 1991 |
| Nationality | Turkish |
| Education | Istanbul University |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2009–present |
| Agent | Art Istanbul |
| Spouse |
Zeynep Mayruk (m. 2024) |
Tolga Sarıtaş (born 30 May 1991) is a prominent Turkish actor born on 30 May 1991 in Istanbul. He is best known for his performances in the historical drama Muhteşem Yüzyıl (2013–2014), the youth series Güneşin Kızları (2015–2016), the military drama Söz (2017–2019), the crime series Arıza (2020–2021), and the family drama Baba (2022–2023). In 2018, he was nominated for Best Actor at the 46th International Emmy Awards[2] for his role in Söz, and later served as a jury member at the 47th International Emmy Awards. In 2017, Sarıtaş won the 44. Golden Butterfly Awards for Best Actor for his role in Söz. He has also starred in films such as Yolun Açık Olsun (2022) and is currently starring in Teşkilat (2024–present).
Career
Tv Series
He played in medical series "Sen de Gitme" with Eslem Akar. He had guest roles in popular series such as "20 Dakika", "Arka Sokaklar", "Öyle Bir Geçer Zaman Ki". His breakthrough role is Şehzade Cihangir in Muhteşem Yüzyıl.[3][4][5]
He had leading role as Ali Mertoğlu in youth drama Güneşin Kızları with Hande Erçel, Burcu Özberk, Berk Atan, İrem Helvacıoğlu, Dilan Çiçek Deniz.
With Aybüke Pusat, He played Yavuz Karasu in the successful military drama Söz. He has won numerous awards and was nominated for an International Emmy Award.[6] Also he was final jury for choosing best lead actors in the 47th International Emmy Awards.
He played in crime series "Arıza" with Ayça Ayşin Turan.
In addition to his acting career, Sarıtaş has appeared in many advertising campaigns and won many awards in that category.
Web Series
He played in ”Büyük Sürgün Kafkasya" mini historical series about Meskhetian Turks. He had guest role in surreal crime series "Yarım Kalan Aşklar" with Dilan Çiçek Deniz for twice.[7]
Films
With Afra Saraçoğlu, he played in youth film "Kötü Çocuk".
Personal life
Sarıtaş was born and raised in Istanbul, while his family originates from Sivas.[8] Outside of acting, he has a background in music and during his youth played the drums and guitar in the band Grup Omega.[9] He has generally kept his private life away from the public eye, though in interviews he has emphasized the importance of family and close friendships.[10]
Sarıtaş married fashion designer Zeynep Mayruk on 27 June 2024 in Çeşme, Turkey.[11][12] In May 2025, the couple announced they are expecting their first child, a son, and revealed that they intend to name him Ali.[13][14]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Bahtı Kara | Berk | Supporting role |
| 2011 | Kaledeki Yalnızlık | Feyyaz | Supporting role |
| 2017 | Kötü Çocuk | Meriç Tuna | Leading role |
| 2022 | Yolun Açık Olsun | Second Lt. Kerim Kerimoğlu | Leading role |
Web series
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Büyük Sürgün Kafkasya | Cemil | Leading role |
| 2020 | Yarım Kalan Aşklar | Ozan | Guest appearance |
TV series
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Sen de Gitme | Mert | Supporting role |
| 2012 | Arka Sokaklar | Doğan | Guest role |
| 2013 | Öyle Bir Geçer Zaman Ki | Mert | |
| 2013 | 20 Dakika | Ferdi | Supporting role |
| 2013–2014 | Muhteşem Yüzyıl | Şehzade Cihangir | |
| 2014 | Benim Adım Gültepe | Murat | Leading role |
| 2015–2016 | Güneşin Kızları | Ali Mertoğlu | |
| 2017–2019 | Söz | Yavuz Karasu/Ömer Günay | |
| 2019 | Ferhat ile Şirin | Ferhat | |
| 2020–2021 | Arıza | Ali Rıza Altay | |
| 2022 | Baba | Kadir Saruhanlı | |
| 2024–2025 | Teşkilat | Altay Yalçindag |
Awards and nominations
International
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 46th International Emmy Awards[15] | Best Performance by an Actor | Nominated |
National
| Year | Award Organization | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Ayaklı Gazete Awards | Best Actor | Nominated |
| Turkey Youth Awards | Best Actor | Nominated | |
| 2016 | 23rd İTÜ EMÖS Başarı Awards | Best Actor | Won |
| 11th Makinist Media Arts Sport Awards | Most Popular Name in Social Media | Nominated | |
| Ankara Hukuk Ceride-i Kantar | Best Actor | Won | |
| Sabancı University Indigo Awards | Best Actor | Won | |
| 2017 | 44th Pantene Golden Butterfly Awards | Best Actor | Won |
| Turkey Youth Awards | Best Actor | Won | |
| 8th KTÜ Media Awards | Top Rated Actor | Nominated | |
| Academic Quality Awards | Best Actor | Won | |
| 1st Turkey Children Awards | Best TV Drama Actor | Nominated | |
| Academic Quality Awards | Best Young Actor | Won | |
| 2018 | Turkey Youth Awards | Best Actor | Nominated |
| 18th Internet Media Magazine Oscars | Best TV Drama Actor | Won | |
| Golden Palm Awards | Best Actor | Won | |
| 2nd MüzikOnair Awards | Best Drama Actor | Won | |
| Istanbul University 1453 Awards | Best Actor of the Year | Nominated | |
| Turkey Youth Awards | Best Commercial (İpana)[16] | Won | |
| 7th Ayaklı Gazete Top of the Year Awards | Best Actor | Nominated | |
| 45th Pantene Golden Butterfly Awards | Best Actor | Nominated | |
| 2019
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14th Kemal Sunal Culture Arts Awards | Best Actor | Won |
| Educational Sciences School | Best Actor | Won | |
| 11th Effie Awards | Bronz Effie*[17](Pepsi Max) | Won | |
| Istanbul Aydın University Awards | Best Actor | Won | |
| 2020 | Şehrin En İyileri Awards | Best Actor | Won |
| 2021 | Medipol İK Awards | Best Actor | Nominated |
| 2022 | Turkey Youth Awards | Best Actor | Nominated |
| MGD 26rd Golden Objective Awards | Best Drama Actor | Won | |
| Atılım and Hürriyet Group - 2022's "Bests". | Male Player of the Year | Won | |
| 2024 | 50th Pantene Golden Butterfly Awards | Best Actor | Nominated |
| 2025 | Turkey Youth Awards | Best Actor | Nominated |
References
- ^ "Turkish Actor Tolga Sarıtaş Marries Longtime Sweetheart Zeynep Mayruk in Dreamy Izmir Wedding". Harper's Bazaar Arabia. 28 June 2024. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
- ^ "International Emmy Award Nominations Unveiled". Variety. 27 September 2018. Retrieved 27 November 2018.
- ^ "Büyük Sürgün Kafkasya başlıyor!". 15 December 2015.
- ^ "Ayça Ayşin Turan ve Tolga Sarıtaş'ı bir araya getiren Arıza yeni bir ülkede yayınlanacak!". 4 January 2022.
- ^ "Büyük Sürgün Kafkasya başlıyor!". 15 December 2015.
- ^ "Oyuncu Tolga Sarıtaş Emmy'e gidiyor". CNN Türk. 16 November 2018. Retrieved 27 November 2018.
- ^ "'Yarım Kalan Aşklar'a sürpriz isim". 22 June 2020.
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- ^ Gulzar, Falah (28 June 2024). "Turkish actor Tolga Sarıtaş marries longtime sweetheart Zeynep Mayruk in dreamy İzmir wedding". Harper’s Bazaar Arabia.
- ^ "The actor Tolga Sarıtaş married his 5-year girlfriend Zeynep Mayruk". Haberler.com. 28 June 2024.
- ^ "Zeynep Mayruk and Tolga Sarıtaş announced the gender of their baby". Haberler.com. 6 May 2025.
- ^ "Tolga Sarıtaş is becoming a father! He shared the name he will give to his son". Haberler.com. 25 June 2025.
- ^ "International Emmy Award Nominations Unveiled". Variety. 27 September 2018. Retrieved 27 November 2018.
- ^ En İyi Reklam Filmi
- ^ Tolga Sarıtaş ile Pepsi Max Simsiyah Kampanyası bronz Effie’nin sahibi oldu
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