Can Yaman mourns Ece İrtem: tragedy on the eve of the actress's 35th birthday. The Turkish industry is shaken by the death of Ece İrtem. Colleagues and Can Yaman have expressed their condolences. In focus are the details of the actress's final days and the reaction of celebrities.
Turkish show business is in shock and mourning: the sudden death of Ece İrtem, star of 'Mundos opuestos,' has become one of the most talked-about topics in recent days. The actress had just turned 35, and literally the day after her birthday, she passed away. According to Divinity, the tragedy occurred on the morning of June 15 in Kadıköy, Istanbul, where Ece was with her mother. It was her mother who called the ambulance first, but doctors were unable to save the actress.
Her final hours and the official version
As reported, Ece İrtem had recently returned from a vacation in Thailand and seemed full of energy. However, it all ended suddenly: according to preliminary information, the cause of death was a heart attack. The actress's lawyer, Uğur Gökkoyun, stressed that there are no grounds for rumors of suicide, but the family is still awaiting the official coroner’s report.
Colleagues and celebrities react
The death of Ece İrtem sparked a wave of condolences on social media. Her colleagues from 'Mundos opuestos' were especially emotional. Sıla Türkoğlu, who played Doğa, did not hide her shock and expressed profound sorrow. Feyza Civelek (Nilay) shared archive photos with Ece and admitted she still cannot believe what happened. Ceren Karakoç (Nursema) and Selin Türkmen (Çimen) also left touching words in memory of their friend and coworker. The production company Gold Film publicly supported the actress's family and friends, noting her contribution to the project's success.
Can Yaman and Özge Özpirincci: personal tributes
Particular attention was drawn to the reaction of Can Yaman, who worked with Ece İrtem on the set of 'Bay Yanlış' in 2019. The actor shared a black-and-white photo with his colleague on social media, accompanied by the concise yet expressive symbol of a broken heart. This gesture became one of the most talked-about among fans of both artists. Özge Özpirincci, known for 'Amor a segunda vista,' also did not remain indifferent: she recalled how Ece gave her a nail polish after a compliment during the filming of 'Sandığın kokusu,' and wished the actress's family strength to cope with their loss.
Why this story touched the public
Ece İrtem was one of the most recognizable actresses on Turkish television, with dozens of roles in popular series—from 'Familia' to 'Me robó mi vida.' Her passing came as a shock not only to her colleagues but also to the wide audience that followed her career and personal life. The wave of support and memories on social media only underscores the profound impact she had on the industry. Now, attention is focused on the official results of the examination, but for many the most important thing is the memory of a vibrant and sincere actress whom viewers loved and colleagues respected.
