Yunus Emre Yıldırımer was born on February 5, 1982 in Siirt. Turkish TV series, cinema and theater actor. Name: Yunus Emre YıldırımerDate of Birth: February 5, 1982Place of Birth: Istanbul Height: 1.81 m. Weight: 74 kilos Zodiac Sign: AquariusEye Color: Dark BrownHair Color: BrownFather: Ayas YıldırımerWife: Melisa Özge YıldırımerChild: Doğu YıldırımerSiblings: An older brother and a sister hasInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/yunusluemre/Pets: He has a cat.
Family: Born in Siirt. He spent his childhood in Diyarbakır because his father was a civil servant. He has three siblings, an older brother and a younger sister. While he was continuing his conservatory education, he married Melisa Özge Yıldırımer, who was also an actress. The couple has a son named Doğu. “I love the East very much. Living there is completely different. My mother wanted to give birth in Istanbul when she was 8 months pregnant with me.
But I was surprised and born early. All siblings are in different professions, my brother is a business owner and my sister is a tourism professional.” Childhood years: He was not a very bright student. He rejected the education system and devoted himself to basketball. That’s why he finished high school in 6 years. “There is an education system in Turkey that imposes everything on us as if we had to learn it. That’s why I rejected the system and that’s why I finished high school in 6 years.
While I was in Diyarbakır, I wanted to be a veterinarian for a while. I was spending a lot of time with animals. Then my father was appointed to Istanbul. I also failed high school in Diyarbakır. I said, ‘I don’t want to study.’ I didn’t like high school. My late grandfather said, ‘If you are not going to study, you must work.’ I said ‘OK’. I started a textile business. Then I moved from there to a buffet. Every time I changed it, my grandfather would ask, “Are you going to read it?” And I was telling him ‘No’.
When I was 19, I wanted to join the military. They said to me, “You are a primary school graduate.” I said, ‘It can’t be like this.’ My father is an economics graduate, my uncle is a graduate of Galatasaray University, and my other uncle is an environmental engineer. I decided to give up going to the military and study. I graduated from high school externally in 2.5 years. But since it was a vocational high school, there was a strange system and I was still going to school.
Then I met theater. My mother looked at it and thought, ‘Nothing will happen to this child’ and said, ‘Fatih Municipality has a theater course. “Go there,” he said. I am a fan of Yetkin Dikinciler. We used to go to his plays when we were in Diyarbakır. I grew up with it. My mother took us to the theater every week. Something remained inside me from there. “My mother is a primary school graduate, but she outshines university graduates.” Yunus Emre Yıldırımer’s Education Life: The Path from Rejection to Passion Yunus Emre Yıldırımer’s education life is an inspiring story of his transformation from a rebellious young man who rejected the imposed system into an artist who discovered his passion and climbed to the top.
Years of Rejecting the System and Searching Yıldırımer, who, in his own words, was “not a very bright student”, took a stance against the education system in Turkey since his childhood. He rejected this system where everything was taught as compulsory and devoted himself more to basketball. This rebellious attitude caused his high school education to take longer than normal and he could only finish high school in 6 years.
He dreamed of becoming a veterinarian for a while because he spent a lot of time with animals when he lived in Diyarbakır. However, when he failed in high school and his father was appointed to Istanbul, his reluctance to study increased even more. He decided to take a break from his education life, saying “I don’t want to study”. Following his late grandfather’s principle of “If you are not going to study, you must work”, he started working first in a textile workshop and then in a kiosk.
During this period, his grandfather often asked, “Are you going to study?” Even though he asked, the answer was always “No”. The turning point in the military branch. The real breaking point in his life occurred when he went to the military branch to do his military service at the age of 19. When he told the authorities “I am a secondary school graduate”, he was told “No, you are a primary school graduate” due to the 4 4 4 system of that period.
This answer had a shocking effect for Yıldırımer. Upon this incident, he thought about his highly educated family: his father, who was an Economics graduate of Ankara University, his uncle, who was a graduate of Galatasaray University, and his other uncle, who was an environmental engineer… He saw his situation as a “disgraceful career” and decided to change the course of his life right then and there, saying “It can’t be like this.” Returning to Education and Discovery of Theater When he decided to give up military service and study, he had an obstacle in front of him: Since he did not benefit from the amnesty issued for absentee students, he would not be able to postpone his military service if he went to a normal high school.
The only solution was to enroll in a vocational high school that provided education on weekends and offered the opportunity to postpone military service. With this practical solution, he enrolled in Bayrampaşa Trade Vocational High School and graduated from high school externally, taking courses such as accounting on weekends for 2.5 years. It was at this time that he met the theater that would change his life. The fuse of this meeting was ignited by his mother.
According to Yıldırımer, his mother thought, “I guess nothing will happen to this child” and told him, “Fatih Municipality has a theater course, go there.” This advice actually ignited a spark that already existed within Yıldırımer. Because her mother was an artistic woman who took her children to the theater every week, even though she was a primary school graduate. Yıldırımer grew up watching the plays of Yetkin Dikinciler, whom he was a fan of, while he was in Diyarbakır.
Pursuing Your Passion The theater course became more than a hobby for him. Realizing that he could not study accounting, Yıldırımer asked his theater teachers for help in preparing for the conservatory exams. After an intense preparation process, he entered the Haliç University Conservatory Theater Department and successfully completed his undergraduate education, taking the first step into his professional acting career.
First step into acting: He started his television adventure in 2007 with the TV series ‘Hatırla Sevgi’. Which project did he shine with? He attracted attention with the character ‘Şinasi’ he played in the TV series ‘Fatih Harbiye’. Personality traits: Humble, warm-hearted, idealistic. Mindset: He believes that the communication he establishes with his fans and loved ones is very important. “Acting is not about turning your back on the public and being spoiled, but about giving what the public wants from you.
I realized this after the TV series ‘Fatih Harbiye’. You always need to approach the people who love you with the same warmth. I think those who cannot do this should be eliminated from the market. If one day I cannot do it, I will be deleted too. If you cannot reach people, there is no point in doing this profession.” First movie: Levent Demirkale/Selam His view on life: He is happy with the love and attention of his fans, but being popular is not a very important issue for him.
“I have never looked at things in terms of the number of fans. I don’t live with that in mind. When someone looks at me, I always think, ‘Why are they looking at me?’ I’m just trying to do my job in the best way possible. I don’t want to live by boasting that I’m an actor, because then I won’t be able to feed myself. So, after leaving the set, I don’t walk around in a suit with a rosary in hand. Our teacher Müşfik Kenter always told us, ‘Don’t be an actor, be a human being.’ I took that as my motto.
That thing called fame. I’ve never been caught up in anything. “I want to leave a good legacy to my son with the work I do.” His view on business life: He finds the dynamism of theater very different. But he thinks that it is necessary to make a lot of effort in TV series. “You can’t earn anything from theatre. But I will. I don’t need to make money from theatre. The most money I have earned from theater so far is 80 lira per play.
It was like this in the state theater, but it sounded very nice. Theater always adds something. You feel your own body. It is another building. The circulation in the series is different. Even when you are in the theater with that energy, you give the play and you have to continue. His excitement is very different. Since you discovered yourself there, if you catch that rhythm in the series, very good things can happen.
There is only a situation like this in terms of structure. The voice and gesture that 300 people need to hear in the theater are necessary in order not to be too exaggerated. It’s a little more minimal in the series.” Career plan: He wants to do comedy in the future. “He loves his job very much.” I can’t do anything else other than this. TV series, theatre, cinema. This includes all. I like characters with problems. I prefer to be in a team game like I’m playing now (Bandit Can’t Rule the World).
In fact, it is the supporting actor who carries the actor. Because he passes it to him. Sister Itır (Esen) used to say that.” How did becoming a father affect your life? As a child, he attaches great importance to the education received from his family. When he became a father, he started to look at life from a completely different perspective. “An individual’s relationship with another depends entirely on the education he received as a child.
That’s why parents’ duty is so great. For example, my mother told me how I should be respectful to women until the last day I got married. For as long as I can remember, he has been talking about respect for women tirelessly. What a great legacy. We grew up with this awareness. I will raise my son with the same consciousness. First of all, may God grant it to everyone who wants it. It’s a very indescribable feeling. After I became a father, I realized how worthless I was.
I will be 39 years old. Throw away the age of 39, a completely different life begins now. May he be a healthy, good child who is beneficial to his country, nation and family. “I have no other request.” Who does he admire? He admires Oktay Kaynarca, with whom he starred in the TV series ‘Bandit Does Not Rule the World’. “It’s not because I work with Oktay brother, but his discipline is incredible, he doesn’t upset anyone.
If we are going to come somewhere one day, let’s come like him. I will send Oktay brother to the conservatory as a lesson. Because it is very difficult to find a person who has zero ego, does his job and does not get offended by it in any way, and continues to reach these levels. “ YUNUS EMRE YILDIRIMER TELEVISION SERIES Acting Career: His First TV Series and Milestones Yıldırımer, a graduate of Haliç University Conservatory, started his professional career with “Hatırla Sevgi” in 2007.
Although he made the big leap in his career with the character of Şinasi in the TV series “Fatih Harbiye”, the project that made his name written in golden letters in the history of Turkish TV series was undoubtedly EDHO, which lasted 6 seasons. Yunus Emre Yıldırımer TV Series, 2007 – Remember Dear – Ömer 2007 – Elif’s Diary – Burak 2007 – The Man of My House – Memo 2007 – Sardunya Sokak – Orçun 2008 – He Was a Migratory Bird – Emir 2008 – Dantel – Murat Cengiç 2009 – Fourth Osman – Serial Killer (Guest) 2010 – Autumn Roses – Ali / Bilal Aydın 2011 – Man Was Deceived – Ömer Korcan 2011-2012 – Blue Butterflies – Murat 2013-2014 – Fatih Harbiye – Şinasi 2015-2021 – Bandit Cannot Ruler the World – Alparslan Çakırbeyli 2022 – His Name is Sevgi – Emir Baykara 2022-Present – Teşkilat – Korkut Sönmezay Cinema Films 2013 – Selam – Harun 2016 – Somuncu Baba: The Secret of Love – Numan Bin Ahmed 2018 – Bal Kaymak – Yasin 2023 – Koku – Mustafa Theater Plays King’s Suite (Istanbul State Theatre) Cinderella Ç.O.
(Theatre Mie) Missing / A4 / Yaka Beyaz (Theatre Hal) Tahir İle Zühre / Hülleci (Fatih Bel. Theater Group) Future Projects (2026 and After) Yunus Emre Yıldırımer is expected to appear as a guest actor with the character of Güngör in the TV series “Gassal”, which will be broadcast on the digital platform. Everything About Yunus Emre Yıldırımer: Yunus Emre Yıldırımer, who won the hearts of millions with his character Alparslan Çakırbeyli in the TV series “Bandit Does Not Rule the World” and reinforced his success with his role as Korkut Sönmez in the TV series “Teşkilat”, has always been a subject of curiosity with both his talent and his mysterious private life, which he keeps away from the cameras.
Here are 50 frequently asked questions and answers about the successful actor. Personal Information and Family When and where was Yunus Emre Yıldırımer born? He was born on February 13, 1982 in Siirt. Where is Yunus Emre Yıldırımer from? He is originally from Siirt. However, he spent part of his childhood in Diyarbakır. What is your zodiac sign? It is Aquarius. What is his height and weight? He is approximately 1.80 meters tall and weighs 77 kilograms.
Is he married? Who is his wife? Yes, he is married. In 2012, he married Melisa Yıldırımer (née Özge), who is also an actress. What does his wife Melisa Yıldırımer do? His wife, Melisa Yıldırımer, is also a theater and TV actress. He took part in various theater plays and television projects. Does he have a child? What is its name? Yes, he has a son. His son’s name is Evran Yıldırımer. What is known about his family? He comes from an educated family.
His father is a graduate of Ankara University, Economics, one uncle is a graduate of Galatasaray University and the other uncle is a graduate of Environmental Engineering. This was an important factor in his decision to return to education. He stated that although his mother was a primary school graduate, she raised him culturally very well and outperformed university graduates. Education and Beginning of His Career Which university did he graduate from?
He graduated from Haliç University Conservatory, Department of Theatre. Why was high school life difficult? He rejected the education system because he found it “impressive” and that’s why he finished high school in 6 years. What did he do after taking a break from education? During the period when he did not want to study, he worked in a textile workshop and later in a kiosk, following his grandfather’s principle of “If you are not going to study, you must work”.
How exactly did he decide to return to education? When he went to the branch to enlist in the military at the age of 19, it was a turning point for him when he was told “you are a primary school graduate” even though he was a secondary school graduate due to the change in the system at that time. Considering his educated family, he decided that this situation was unacceptable and turned to studying again. How did he finish high school?
He enrolled in Bayrampaşa Trade Vocational High School, which provides weekend education, which was the only way to postpone his military service, and he completed high school externally in 2.5 years. How did he take his first step into theatre? Enrolling in this course upon his mother’s advice, “Fatih Municipality has a theater course, go there,” was his first serious encounter with theater in a professional sense. Where does the love of theater come from?
When he was a child, his mother took him to the theater every week and he grew up watching the plays of Yetkin Dikinciler, whom he admired, in Diyarbakır, which laid the foundations of his love for theatre. What was your first television project? He started his television career in 2007 with the TV series “Hatırla Sevgi”. Which role was the turning point in your career? Undoubtedly, the character of Alparslan Çakırbeyli, which he played in the TV series “Bandit Does Not Rule the World”, was the turning point of his career.
Which important TV series and movies did he star in? TV Series: Remember Beloved, Elif, If I Were a Cloud, Autumn Roses, People Are Deceived, Fatih, Seddülbahir 32 Hours, Bandit Cannot Rule the World, Teşkilat. Movies: Autumn Pain, Home, Greetings. “A Bandit Cannot Rule the World” and Alparslan Çakırbeyli What kind of character was Alparslan Çakırbeyli, whom he played in EDHO? Alparslan; He was a complex and multi-layered character who was intelligent, strategically minded, cold-blooded, loyal to his family, but also ruthless, balancing the state and the mafia.
Why was the character of Alparslan loved so much? The character’s sense of justice, intelligence, charismatic stance and internal conflicts enabled the audience to establish a strong bond with him. Did he have anything in common with the character? Yes, he specifically stated that his “sense of justice” was the aspect that was most in line with him. Did he make any special preparations for the role? He stated that the scriptwriters wrote and developed the character accordingly after seeing his personality and perspective on life.
What is an unforgettable street memory from the series? One of his unforgettable memories is that one day, a fan came up to him on the street and warned him solemnly, “Don’t be mean to your uncles, you’re a nice boy,” at a time when the character was behaving badly towards his uncles in the series. Which was the difficult scene he shot after his father’s death? Just two weeks after losing his father in real life, he had to shoot his mother’s death scene in the series.
Using his father’s real photo in the scene made those moments much more difficult and emotional for him. What was the most interesting and impressive reaction of your fans? The fan reaction that impressed him the most was that during the 6 years the series was broadcast, at least 25 families personally came to him to tell him that they named their newborn children “Alparslan”. Did Alparslan’s fame tire him out? He has stated that he balances this popularity by keeping his private life away from the cameras and spending time with friends outside the industry.
What does he attribute the success of the series to? He thinks that working with a very experienced and valuable cast and team spirit are the most important factors in this great success. How many seasons and how many episodes did the EDHO series last? The series remained on the screens for 6 seasons and a total of 199 episodes. “Teşkilat” TV Series and Other Projects What is his role in the Teşkilat TV series? He plays the character “Korkut Sönmezay” in the TV series “Teşkilat”.
When did he join the TV series Teşkilat? He joined the main cast in the third season of the series. What kind of character is Korkut Sönmezay? Korkut is a character who has served in special forces in the past, has traumas, is called “storm”, is patriotic, and has a very high operational ability. What was his role in the TV series “Fatih”? He played Prince Korkut, brother of Fatih Sultan Mehmet, in the 2013 TV series “Fatih”.
What is the importance of the “Seddülbahir 32 Hours” project? He gave life to the character of “Hüseyin” in this important TRT production about the Gallipoli War. The project has received great appreciation for its historical realism and impressive narration. Has he ever starred in a movie? Yes, he has appeared in important roles in movies like “Salam”. Has he taken part in a project for digital platforms? There is currently no known major digital platform project.
What is your main goal in your career? In his interviews, he stated that he did not have big ambitions and that he aimed to live in the moment and do his job in the best way possible. Which roles do you enjoy playing the most? It is understood that he enjoys playing complex characters that generally have depth, experience psychological conflicts, and oscillate between good and evil. Private Life and Curiosities: What is his perspective on life?
He has a down-to-earth nature that attaches importance to sincerity and reality, and prefers to live a simple life with his family and friends without falling under the spell of fame. What kind of person does he describe himself as? He says that one of his biggest problems is “not being able to explain himself”. He sincerely expresses that he has difficulty putting his feelings and thoughts into words. How did becoming a father change him?
He states that becoming a father, especially in his late 30s, has diminished some of his ambitions in life and completely changed his priorities. What gets angry the most or what can’t stand it? Based on his character analysis and his emphasis on the sense of justice, it can be said that he cannot tolerate injustice and insincerity. Is there an actor he admires? He stated that he had great admiration for the master actor Yetkin Dikinciler, to whose plays his mother took him when he was a child.
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