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Turhan Bey: Actor born in Austria (1922-2012).
Born (died at age 90).
Turhan Bey has 19 credits in our database.
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Filmography (19)
Biography
Turhan Bey (born Turhan Gilbert Selahattin Şahultavi, 30 March 1922 – 30 September 2012) was an Austrian-born actor of Turkish and Czech-Jewish origins. Active in Hollywood from 1941 to 1953, he was dubbed "The Turkish Delight" by his fans. After his return to Austria, he pursued careers as a photographer and stage director. Returning to Hollywood after a 40-year hiatus, he made several guest appearances in 1990s television series including SeaQuest DSV, Murder, She Wrote and Babylon 5 as well as a number of films. After retiring, he appeared in a number of documentaries, including a German-language documentary on his life.
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How old was Turhan Bey?
Turhan Bey was born on and passed away on at the age of 90.
What movies or shows has Turhan Bey been in?
Turhan Bey has 19 credits in our database. Notable titles include American Masters (1986), Stolen Identity (1953), Parole, Inc. (1948), Adventures of Casanova (1948), Night in Paradise (1946).
Where can I find more information about Turhan Bey?
You can find more about Turhan Bey on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
