Famous singer and artist Ankaralı Turgut was hospitalized in 2017 with a diagnosis of COPD and received treatment for a period. Turgut, whose health problems had been ongoing for some time, was hospitalized again last August.
WHO IS ANKARALI TURGUT?
Ankaralı Turgut, whose real name is Turgut Karataş, was born in Ankara in 1963 and began to take an interest in music at a very young age. Stepping onto the stage at just 12 years old by playing the darbuka at village weddings, Turgut was also inspired by the deep-rooted musical culture in his family. The fact that his father was a drummer and there were many musicians in his family played an important role in his turning toward music.
From a young age, Ankaralı Turgut was known for his interest in the lively folk music melodies of Ankara and began to interpret songs specific to the Ankara region. The artist, who took his first step into a professional music career by releasing his first local album after returning from military service, subsequently recorded several more albums as an amateur. With his unique style of interpretation and the different touches he added to folk music, he achieved great popularity, especially among those who love the "Ankara havası" style.
WHAT WAS ANKARALI TURGUT'S ILLNESS?
It was learned that Turgut Karataş had lung cancer and that the cancer cells had spread to his liver. Ankaralı Turgut, who was experiencing financial difficulties, had been intubated.
Ankaralı Turgut, whose condition was reported to be critical in a statement made by his manager yesterday, has passed away.
News Source: 12punto
