He had been intubated: Veteran actor Ali Tutal has passed away

Veteran actor Ali Tutal, who left a mark on Turkish television history with his memorable role as Ali Ekber Elagöz, the father of Koyu Bilal in the series Geniş Aile, has passed away. The tragic news has caused great sorrow within the arts community and among his fans.

The 76-year-old actor was hospitalized after suffering a brain hemorrhage at home and had been intubated in intensive care since January. Despite all medical interventions, Tutal, who had been undergoing treatment for a long time, could not be saved. It was also learned that the master artist had experienced serious health problems after suffering a heart attack last year.

WHO IS ALI TUTAL?

Throughout his career, Ali Tutal appeared in many significant productions; in addition to the series Geniş Aile, he reached a wide audience with works such as Güneşi Gördüm, Mülteci, Hemşo, Tatlı Kaçıklar, and Bereketli Topraklar Üzerinde.

Born in Diyarbakır, the veteran actor began his professional acting career with the 1976 film İzin. Ali Tutal leaves behind a legacy of unforgettable characters and dozens of productions, cementing his name in the history of Turkish cinema and television.

News Source: 12punto