Tamer Levent Biography: Children, Spouse, Awards, Age, Height, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Instagram

Tamer Levent, born on October 13, 1950, is a veteran Turkish actor, director, writer, and theater advocate.

He is highly respected for his deep contributions to Turkish performing arts and for portraying wise, authoritative characters in both cinema and television.

Profile

• Full Name: Tamer Levent
• Stage Name: Tamer Levent
• Born: October 13, 1950
• Age: 75 years old
• Birthplace: İzmir, Turkey
• Nationality: Turkish
• Occupation: Actor, Director, Writer, Theater Artist
• Height: 6 feet 0 inches (183 cm)
• Parent: Zeki Levent, Meral Levent
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Seynan Levent
• Children: Efe Levent, Hazal Levent
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million – $4 million

Early Life And Education

Tamer Levent was born on October 13, 1950, in İzmir, Turkey, he is 74 years old.

Born to a Turkish family by his parents Zeki Levent and Meral Levent, no details about his siblings. He is of Turkish ethnicity and practices Islam.

He discovered his passion for acting during his school years and went on to study at the Ankara State Conservatory, where he graduated from the Department of Theater.

His formal education gave him a solid foundation in classical and modern acting techniques, which became the bedrock of his long and successful career.

Career

Tamer Levent began his career in theater, where he gained a reputation as a refined and passionate performer.

Over the years, he served in major roles at the State Theaters of Turkey and also held leadership positions, including as the General Director of State Theaters. He is credited with popularizing the “Sanata Evet” (Yes to Art) movement, advocating for broader access to the arts in society.

He transitioned to television and film, earning national and international acclaim.

He appeared in well-known projects such as İstanbullu Gelin, Menajerimi Ara, Kırmızı Oda, and the critically acclaimed movie Kış Uykusu directed by Nuri Bilge Ceylan, which won the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 2014.

Tamer Levent is also a published writer and has directed numerous stage productions throughout his life.

Awards and Nominations

• Golden Orange Lifetime Achievement Award
• Cannes Film Festival – Kış Uykusu (Palme d’Or winner, cast member)
• Multiple honors from theater institutions for lifetime contributions
• Recognized by Turkish Ministry of Culture for excellence in the arts

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @tamerlevent

Personal Life

Turkish actor, director, writer, and theater advocate Tamer Levent is married to Seynan Levent, a journalist and TV presenter.

The couple has two children, Efe Levent and Hazal Levent.

Regarding his height, Tamer Levent stands at 6 feet 0 inches tall which is approximately (183 cm).

There is no information about any of his previous romantic relationships before his marriage to Seynan Levent.

Filmography

Selected Films:

• Kış Uykusu
• Sen Hiç Ateşböceği Gördün mü?
• Bir Düş Gördüm
• Zübeyde: Analar ve Oğullar

TV Series:

• İstanbullu Gelin – as Garip
• Menajerimi Ara
• Kırmızı Oda
• Meryem
• Cam Tavanlar

Net Worth

Tamer Levent has an estimated net worth of $2 million to $4 million.

His wealth comes from his long-standing career in theater, television, and cinema. He has also published books, held major administrative positions in Turkish cultural institutions, and participated in award-winning international projects.

In addition to acting, his income sources include directing, writing, public speaking, and cultural consultancy.

His respected status in the entertainment world has allowed him to remain active and financially successful even into his later years.