Salih Bademci

Theater, film, and television series actor. Born on September 20, 1984, in Izmir, Turkey. He graduated from the prestigious Bornova Anadolu High School. He pursued his professional higher training at the Istanbul University State Conservatory, Department of Theater. His profound dedication to stage performing began during his high school years, eventually leading him to co-found the highly acclaimed independent theater company "Siyah Beyaz ve Renkli" (Black White and Color), where he continues to star in and direct alternative stage productions. Salih Bademci is one of the most prominent, exceptionally gifted, and versatile leading actors in contemporary Turkish entertainment, and a recipient of the prestigious Golden Butterfly Award. He captured initial widespread television prominence by portraying Muzaffer in the smash-hit period drama "As Time Goes By" (Öyle Bir Geçer Zaman ki, 2010–2013). He achieved monumental international stardom and massive fan acclaim through his brilliant portrayals: as the captivating Sinan Karakaya in the romantic comedy sensation "Love for Rent" (Kiralık Aşk, 2015–2017) and as Fikret Boran in the critically acclaimed family saga "Bride of Istanbul" (İstanbullu Gelin, 2017–2019). His ultimate career milestones and deeper global recognition came with his powerhouse performances in major streaming blockbusters. He earned widespread critical acclaim for his portrayal of the eccentric pop-star Selim Songür in the Netflix historical phenomenon "The Club" (Kulüp, 2021–2022), as well as his main leading roles in the hit dramas "İlk ve Son" (First and Last, 2021) and "The Tailor" (Terzi, 2023). On the silver screen, his feature movie credits include the gritty drama "In Bar" (Barda, 2007). Interesting facts: Renowned in the industry as an "actor-chameleon", he possesses an extraordinary dramatic range, seamlessly transitioning between intense psychological roles and lighthearted comedy. Blessed with a remarkable singing voice, he personally performed all the complex stage musical tracks for his character in Netflix's "The Club". Despite his heavy television schedule, he remains deeply committed to his live theater company, performing on stage every season. Marital Status: He has been married to prominent Turkish actress İmer Özgün since 2015, whom he met during his conservatory university years. The couple welcomed their daughter, İklim, in 2020.