Tuba Buyukustun Biography: Husband, Age, Children, Net Worth, Movies, TV Shows, Height

Hatice Tuba Büyüküstün is famously known as Tuba Büyüküstün, an acclaimed Turkish actress, is celebrated for her captivating performances in television series and films, earning her a prominent place in Turkish entertainment.

Renowned for roles in Asi, Kara Para Aşk, and Rise of Empires: Ottoman, she is one of Turkey’s most recognized and highest-paid actresses.

Profile

• Full Name: Hatice Tuba Büyüküstün
• Stage Name: Tuba Büyüküstün
• Born: July 5, 1982
• Age: 43 years old
• Birthplace: Istanbul, Turkey
• Nationality: Turkish
• Occupation: Actress, Model
• Height: 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 m)
• Parents: Serdar Büyüküstün, Handan Büyüküstün
• Siblings: None
• Spouse: Onur Saylak (m. 2011–2017)
• Children: Maya Saylak, Toprak Saylak
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $10 million to $15 million USD

Early Life and Education

Tuba Büyüküstün, an acclaimed actress, was born on July 5, 1982, in Istanbul, Turkey, to Serdar Büyüküstün and Handan Büyüküstün.

Her family hails from Erzurum, with her maternal grandparents being Turkish immigrants from Crimea and her paternal side from Crete, Greece.

Tuba pursued a degree in Costume Design and Stage Decoration at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, graduating in 2004. Her early exposure to modeling and commercials during her university years paved the way for her acting career.

Career

Tuba Büyüküstün, an acclaimed actress, began her career in 2003 with a role as Nesrin in the last four episodes of Sultan Makamı on Channel D. In 2004, she played Zarife in Çemberimde Gül Oya and starred as the title character in the TV movie Gülizar, earning her the Best Actress award at the Republic of Serbia and Montenegro International TV Festival in 2005.

Her role as Filiz in Ihlamurlar Altında (2005–2007) gained her popularity in Turkey and the Middle East.

She achieved widespread fame as Asiye in Asi (2007–2009), which was nominated for Best Soap Opera at the 51st Monte Carlo Television Festival. Notable TV roles include Hasret in Gönülçelen (2010–2011), Melek in 20 Dakika (2013), which earned her a Best Actress nomination at the 42nd International Emmy Awards, and Elif in Kara Para Aşk (2014–2015).

She played Suhan in Cesur ve Güzel (2016–2017) and Mara Branković in Netflix’s Rise of Empires: Ottoman (2020).

Her film credits include My Father and My Son (2005), Sinav (2006), Ask Your Heart (2010), and Istanbul Kirmizisi (2017). In 2022, she starred in Netflix’s Another Self, and she has projects like More and Istanbul Red in post-production.

Tuba has also been a brand ambassador for Pantene, Molped, and IWC Schaffhausen.

Awards and Nominations

• 2005: Best Actress, Republic of Serbia and Montenegro International TV Festival for Gülizar (Winner)
• 2010: Best Movie Actress, Marmara University Mathematics Club Success Awards for Yüreğine Sor (Winner)
• 2010: TV Actress of the Year, Siyaset Magazine for Gönülçelen (Winner)
• 2010: Best Actress, Radio–Television Journalists Association Media Oscars for Gönülçelen (Winner)
• 2011: Best Actress, Elle Style Awards Turkey (Winner)
• 2013: Best Actress, DiziFilm.com Oscars for 20 Dakika (Winner)
• 2013: Best Actress, TelevizyonDizisi.com Awards for 20 Dakika (Winner)
• 2013: Best Actress, AyakliGazete.com Television Stars of the Year Awards for 20 Dakika (Winner)
• 2014: Best Actress Nomination, 42nd International Emmy Awards for 20 Dakika (Nominated)
• 2014: Best Actress, 14th International Giuseppe Sciacca Awards, Vatican City (Winner)
• 2017: Best Actress, Uludag University Marconi Awards (Winner)
• 2017: Best Actress, Turkish Youth Awards (Winner)
• 2017: Best Actress, GTZ Academy Awards (Winner)
• 2018: Best Actress, 44th Pantene Golden Butterfly Awards (Winner)

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @tubabustun.official
• Facebook Handle: Tuba Büyüküstün
• Twitter Handle: @TubaBustun_

Personal Life

Tuba Büyüküstün, a 43-year-old acclaimed actress, is single following her divorce from Turkish actor Onur Saylak. The couple married on July 28, 2011, in Paris, France, and welcomed twin daughters, Maya and Toprak, on January 19, 2012.

They separated on June 5, 2017, but maintain a cordial co-parenting relationship. Tuba was previously in a relationship with actor Bülent İnal from 2005 to 2007, which ended amid rumors of his affair with actress Beren Saat.

She resides in Istanbul and is a devoted UNICEF National Goodwill Ambassador since 2014, advocating for children’s rights and supporting Syrian refugees and earthquake victims in Turkey. Her hobbies include painting, horse riding, sculpting, driving cars, and skiing.

Filmography (Selected)

• Sultan Makamı (2003) – Nesrin (TV Series)
• Çemberimde Gül Oya (2004) – Zarife (TV Series)
• Gülizar (2004) – Gülizar (TV Movie)
• Ihlamurlar Altında (2005–2007) – Filiz Tekiner (TV Series)
• My Father and My Son (2005) – Aysun (Film)
• Sinav (2006) – Zeynep Erez (Film)
• Asi (2007–2009) – Asiye Kozcuoğlu (TV Series)
• Ask Your Heart (2010) – Esma (Film)
• Gönülçelen (2010–2011) – Hasret (TV Series)
• 20 Dakika (2013) – Melek Halaskar (TV Series)
• Kara Para Aşk (2014–2015) – Elif Denizer (TV Series)
• Rüzgarın Hatıraları (2015) – Zepur (Film)
• Cesur ve Güzel (2016–2017) – Suhan Korludağ (TV Series)
• Istanbul Kirmizisi (2017) – Neval (Film)
• Rise of Empires: Ottoman (2020) – Mara Branković (TV Series)
• Sefirin Kızı (2021) – Mavi (TV Series)
• Another Self (2022) – Ada (TV Series)

Net Worth

Tuba Büyüküstün, an acclaimed actress, has an estimated net worth of $10 million to $15 million USD.

Her wealth is primarily derived from her acting roles in high-profile Turkish series and films, as well as lucrative endorsement deals with brands like Pantene, Molped, and IWC Schaffhausen.