Yeşim Salkım Biography: Age, Height, Net Worth, Husband, Songs, Albums, Movies, TV Shows, Parents, Children

Yeşim Salkım is a distinguished Turkish singer, actress, and television personality, known for her powerful vocals and roles in films like The Bandit and Şarkıcı.

With a career spanning music, acting, and theatre, she has made significant contributions to Turkish entertainment, blending pop and classical Turkish music.

Profile

• Full Name: Yeşim Salkım
• Stage Name: Yeşim Salkım
• Born: April 12, 1970
• Age: 57 years old
• Birthplace: Ankara, Turkey
• Nationality: Turkish
• Occupation: Singer, Actress, Television Personality
• Height: 5’8″ (173 cm)
• Parents: Dursun Salkım, Sevim Salkım
• Siblings: Serhat Salkım
• Spouse: Mustafa İmre, Hakan Uzan, Arben İçli, İlker İnanoğlu, Hakan Eratik
• Children: Gizem İmre, Ada Eratik
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $100,000 to $1 million USD

Early Life and Education

Yeşim Salkım was born on April 12, 1970, in Ankara, Turkey, to musician Dursun Salkım and Sevim Salkım. Raised in Ankara’s Kavaklıdere district, she grew up immersed in music due to her father’s profession.

Of Albanian descent on her paternal side, she showed early talent, winning the title of “Fotoroman Kraliçesi” (Photo Novel Queen) at age six in a competition by Saklambaç newspaper.

She attended Saint Benoît French High School in Istanbul and later graduated from the Classical Turkish Art Music Department at Istanbul Technical University’s State Conservatory, solidifying her musical foundation.

Career

Yeşim Salkım debuted in music with her album Hiç Keyfim Yok (1994), featuring hits like “Son Sigara” and “Ben Yoldan Gönüllü Çıktım.” Her subsequent albums, including Ferman (1995) with “Deli Mavi” and Yoktan Geliyorum (1997), established her as a leading pop and Turkish classical music artist.

She founded Yeşil Müzik in 1997, nurturing talents like Hilal Cebeci and Cenk Eren.

Her acting career began in 1992 with a guest role in Mahallenin Muhtarları. She gained prominence for playing Emel in The Bandit (1996) and starred in Şarkıcı (2001), earning the Best Actress award at the Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival.

Notable TV roles include Ateş Dansı (1998), Huzur Sokağı (2012), Kocamın Ailesi (2014), Evlat Kokusu (2017), Arıza (2020), and Aldatmak (2024). She has also performed in theatre productions like Casablanca (2007) and Bizim Şarkımız (2012).

Salkım hosted TV programs such as Bir Dilek Tut (2007) and Yeşim Salkım ile Şeffaf Masa (2021). Her music and acting careers reflect her versatility across genres.

Awards and Nominations

• Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival: Best Actress for Şarkıcı (2001)
• Magazin Gazetecileri Derneği Altın Objektif Ödülleri: Best Female Pop Star (2001)
• Yakın Doğu Üniversitesi: Best Female Pop Singer (2000)
• Kral TV Video Music Awards: Nominated for Best Breakthrough Artist (1994)

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @yesimsalkim
• Facebook Handle: Yeşim Salkım
• Twitter Handle: @yesimsalkim
• YouTube Channel: Yeşim Salkım

Personal Life

Yeşim Salkım, of Turkish and Albanian descent, was born in Ankara and resides in Istanbul. She has been married five times: to Mustafa İmre (1988–1990, daughter Gizem born 1990), Hakan Uzan (1998–2001), Arben İçli (2003–2005), İlker İnanoğlu (2006–2007), and Hakan Eratik (2009–2015, daughter Ada born 2011). She is currently single.

Her father, Dursun Salkım, passed away from COVID-19 in September 2021. Salkım enjoys music and theatre, and her bold personality was evident in a 2018 public feud with Seda Sayan, where she proudly referenced her Albanian heritage.

Discography

Albums:

• Hiç Keyfim Yok (1994)
• Ferman (1995)
• Yoktan Geliyorum (1997)
• Hep Böyle Kal (2000)
• Vefa Borcu (2001)
• Ayna (2005)
• Bazen (2006)
• Casablanca (2007, musical album)
• Sen Nasılsan Öyleyim (2008)
• 7 (2009)
• İstanbul’da Aşk (2010)
• Bizim Şarkımız (2012, musical album)

Singles/EP:

• “Sevgilim” (1998)
• “Yuvarlanan Taşlar” (2007)
• “Bambaşka” (2009)
• “Piyango” (2011)
• “Duymayan Kalmasın” (2014)
• “Şehrin Işıkları” (2015)
• “Unutursun Gönlüm” (2015)
• “Erkeğin Zillisi” (feat. Serdar Ayyıldız, 2016)
• “Rüyalar” (feat. Ercüment Vural, 2018)
• “Aramadın Aylardır” (Çılgınlar Kulübü, 2019)
• “Katil Uşak” (2020)
• “Niye Hayat?” (feat. Bade Derinöz, 2021)
• “Küstüm Ne Demek” (2022)
• “Deli Mavi 100. Yıl” (2023)
• “Sev Yeter” (2023)
• “Uyu Meleğim” (2024)
• “Çok Pis Bir Dünya” (2024)
• “Küskünüm” (2024)
• “Ateş Böceği” (2024)
• “Adalet” (2024)
• “Yar” (2025)

Films:

• Mahallenin Muhtarları (1992, TV Series, Guest)
• The Bandit (1996) – Emel
• Ateş Dansı (1998, TV Series, Episode 26)
• Fosforlu Cevriye (2000) – Supporting Role
• Vizontele (2001) – Supporting Role
• Şarkıcı (2001) – Leading Role
• Seher Vakti (2005, TV Series, Episode 8)
• Deli Mavi (2005, TV Series)
• Babam Çok Değişti Anne (2007)
• Sessiz Gemiler (2007, TV Series, Episode 20)
• Huzur Sokağı (2012, TV Series)
• Kocamın Ailesi (2014, TV Series)
• Evlat Kokusu (2017, TV Series)
• Eğreti Gelin Ladik (2018)
• İstanbullu Gelin (2018, TV Series)
• Arıza (2020, TV Series)
• Serçenin Gözyaşı (2023)
• Türkler Çıldırmış Olmalı 2 (2024)
• Aldatmak (2024, TV Series)
• Mitoloji Mafyası (Upcoming)

Theatre:

• Atları da Vururlar (1998)
• Casablanca (2007)
• Bizim Şarkımız (2012)

TV Programs:

• Yılbaşı Özel (1994, ATV)
• Bir Dilek Tut (2007, Fox/Star TV)
• Kadınlar ve Erkekler (2007, ATV)
• Yaş 15 (2009, Fox)
• Hayata Şans Ver (2012–2013, Cine5)
• Yeşim Salkım ile Şeffaf Masa (2021, TGRT Haber)

Net Worth

Yeşim Salkım has an estimated net worth of $100,000 to $1 million USD, primarily from her music career, acting roles in films like Şarkıcı and series like Arıza, and her work as a TV host. Her music production company, Yeşil Müzik, and endorsements also contribute to her income, though estimates vary due to her extensive career and private financial details.