Enis Fosforoğlu

Enis Fosforoğlu was born on June 14, 1948 in Istanbul. The master actor, who passed away in the same city on June 22, 2019, was one of the important names of the Turkish theatre, cinema and TV series world.

Fosforoğlu, who went to Ankara after graduating from Galatasaray High School, was entitled to enter the conservatory and graduated from Ankara State Theater with a master's degree in 1970. After working at the General Directorate of State Theaters between 1970 and 1976, he stepped into the world of television in 1977.

The artist, who left his job at the State Theaters, returned to Istanbul and performed in music halls and various theater companies for two years. Founding his own theater in 1980, Fosforoğlu contributed to the training of many young artists for many years.

Enis Fosforoğlu, who is also active in the field of cinema and television, took part in various projects and attempted screenwriting and directing. The artist, who prepared radio programs on TRT FM and Halk TV Radio, also shared his knowledge and experiences by giving lectures on theater. Known for his unique temperament, Fosforoğlu emphasized that he attaches importance to the principle of openness and honesty in his interviews.

At the same time, he was extremely committed to his Galatasaray identity and was known for his tendency to work at night.

The artist came from a well-established family. Enis Fosforoğlu, the son of painter and theater actor Renan Fosforoğlu and Mualla Kavur, had many well-known names in his family. His aunt Belkıs Dilligil, his brother-in-law Avni Dilligil and his brother-in-law's sister Aliye Rona were also important figures in the art world. Seren Fosforoğlu, daughter of Fosforoğlu, who was also the sister of theater actor Ferdi Merter, was also a theater artist.

Enis Fosforoğlu, who had serious health problems in the last years of his life, was hospitalized due to a heart attack at his home in Büyükada on June 11, 2019. The artist, who had previously undergone two heart surgeries and had a stent inserted, was discharged on June 15 after his treatment. However, on June 22, 2019, he died again at his home in Büyükada, this time with a second heart attack.

Productions in which he took part

He took part in 15 productions in total; 12 of the most well-known are listed.

• Disorderly (1978) — Tarik
• Hababam Class Failed (1976) — Voice
• Hababam Class Awakens (1976) — Voice
• The King of Garbagemen (1977) — Voice by Nejat Gürçen
• Coming Soon (2014)
• Şaban Pabucu Yarım (1985) — Voice
• Let Me Sing It Into Your Ear (2002)
• Sezercik Küçük Mücahit (1974) — Kontame Veli
• Let the Troubles Be Mine (1974)
• Zeyno (1970)
• The Biggest Punch (1983) — (Voice)
• Those Who Love Don't Forget (1978) — Kenan

Production and imprint information was taken from TMDB.