ALBAWABA - Bülent Ersoy breaks years-long stance against cosmetic surgery.
Turkish music icon Bülent Ersoy has surprised fans by undergoing cosmetic surgery for the first time at the age of 74, ending her long-standing resistance to aesthetic procedures with an emotional message from her hospital room.
Known as the "Diva" of Turkish classical music, Bülent Ersoy shared her first post-operation photo on Instagram, reassuring fans that the procedure had gone well while reflecting on ageing and the personal decision that led her to undergo surgery. Her post quickly became one of the most talked-about entertainment stories across Turkish media.
In her heartfelt message, Bülent Ersoy admitted that cosmetic procedures had always been something she deliberately avoided throughout her career.
"We stars have no age. We are ageless people, but growing older is a reality," she wrote. "For years, aesthetics were something very distant from me."
The legendary singer also revealed that she had never even undergone Botox treatments, saying many people would likely find it difficult to believe.
"You may not believe it, but I hadn't even had a single Botox treatment for many years until I met my respected Professor Volkan," she said, referring to the surgeon who performed her operation.
According to Turkish media, Bülent Ersoy entrusted her care to plastic surgeon Prof Dr Volkan Kıyak, saying he earned her confidence both professionally and personally. She praised his expertise and described him as having "magic hands," adding that she wanted her followers to share in the excitement of the successful result.
"I couldn't stop myself from sharing the success of the result and my happiness with you," she wrote, thanking her doctor for his knowledge, dedication, and work while also expressing gratitude to her fans for their continued support and well wishes.
While Bülent Ersoy did not disclose the exact procedures in her statement, several Turkish media outlets reported that the operation lasted approximately 6.5 hours and included facial rejuvenation procedures such as a Lolita lift, mid-face lift, and forehead lift. Ersoy herself has not officially confirmed these details. officially confirmed by Ersoy herself.
Following the operation, reports indicated that the singer was in excellent health and recovering comfortably in hospital before sharing her first post-operative photograph online.
The announcement surprised many fans because Ersoy has long been known for rejecting cosmetic enhancements despite decades in the spotlight. Her candid admission that she had avoided even minimally invasive treatments such as Botox sparked widespread discussion across Turkish social media, where many followers praised her honesty and openness about ageing.
Support also poured in from fellow celebrities. Among those reacting publicly was singer Safiye Soyman, a long-time friend of Ersoy, who congratulated her on the successful procedure and wished her a speedy recovery.
Who is Bülent Ersoy?
Born on June 9, 1952, in Istanbul, Bülent Ersoy is regarded as one of the greatest voices in Turkish classical music. Over a career spanning more than five decades, she has released numerous bestselling albums and performed timeless songs including Sefam Olsun, Ablan Kurban Olsun Sana, and Hani Bizim Sevdamız. Nicknamed the "Diva", Ersoy remains one of Türkiye's most influential and recognizable performers, celebrated for her powerful voice, glamorous stage presence, and lasting impact on Turkish music and popular culture.
