ALBAWABA - The sudden death of Turkish actress Ece İrtem has left fans and the entertainment industry in shock.
The actress, who was widely known for playing Işıl in the hit TV series Kızılcık Şerbeti (Cranberry Sherbet), died at the age of 35. The heartbreaking news came just one day after she celebrated her birthday, making the loss even more painful for her family, friends, and fans.
Turkish media outlets published what they described as the actress's final images after her death.
According to reports, security camera footage captured Ece İrtem during her final hours. The footage reportedly showed the actress spending time with her mother at a restaurant before returning home. Later, cameras recorded the pair entering the apartment building where İrtem lived in Istanbul's Kadıköy district.
One detail from the footage attracted particular attention. Turkish media noted that İrtem appeared to be holding her mother's arm while entering the building. The images quickly spread across social media, with many fans describing them as especially emotional after learning of the actress's passing.
According to reports, İrtem died at her home. A statement released through her lawyer said the incident occurred while she was with her mother. Preliminary findings suggested that she may have suffered a heart attack. However, officials stated that the investigation was continuing and that the exact cause of death would be determined after the completion of an autopsy report.
The actress's death triggered an outpouring of grief across Turkey. Fans and fellow actors flooded social media with messages. Many shared memories of her performances and expressed disbelief that someone so young could pass away so suddenly.
Adding to the sadness, Turkish media reported that İrtem had celebrated her birthday just one day earlier. Some outlets also noted that birthday-related posts remained visible on her social media accounts after the news broke, prompting emotional reactions from followers.
Who is Ece İrtem?
Ece İrtem was born in Sivas, Turkey, in 1991. She studied opera and vocal performance at Yaşar University before pursuing a career in acting. She later received acting training at the Sadri Alışık Cultural Center.
She began her television career in 2014 with Kaçak Gelinler. Over the years, she appeared in numerous successful productions, including Şeref Meselesi, Yeni Gelin, Payitaht Abdülhamid, Bay Yanlış, Mahkum, Yasak Elma, and Aile.
Her biggest breakthrough came with her role as Işıl in Kızılcık Şerbeti. The character made her a familiar face to millions of viewers and helped establish her as one of the rising talents of Turkish television.
Ece İrtem will be remembered for her talent, dedication, and memorable performances on screen. Her sudden passing marks a tragic loss for the Turkish entertainment industry and for the many fans who followed her career.
