Zeki Müren
6 December 1931 – 24 September 1996
Zeki Müren was a Turkish singer, composer and film actor who became one of the central figures of Turkish classical and popular music. From his radio debut in 1951 he recorded prolifically, appeared in some two dozen films, and was known for elaborate stage costumes and a carefully enunciated vocal style. He was given the title of State Artist of Turkey in 1991.
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Life events
He grew up in Bursa before moving to Istanbul for his education.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe trained in decorative arts, graduating in 1953.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHis debut performance brought him to national attention.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe starred in Beklenen Sarki, the first of around two dozen films.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe made the Aegean coastal town his home for much of his later life.
The title is the Turkish state's highest recognition for artists.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe collapsed during a live television broadcast on TRT shortly after receiving an award and died of a heart attack; he left his estate to two Turkish foundations.
Source: en.wikipedia.org