Turhan Bey
(1922-2012)
Austrian-born actor Austrian actor
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Turhan Bey (born Turhan Gilbert Selahattin Sahultavy, 30 March 1922 – 30 September 2012) was an Austrian-born actor of Turkish and Czech-Jewish origins. Turhan was active in Hollywood from 1941 to 1953. He was dubbed "The Turkish Delight" by his fans. After his return to Austria, he pursued careers as a photographer and stage director. Returning to Hollywood after a 40-year hiatus, he made several guest appearances in 1990s television series including SeaQuest DSV, Murder, She Wrote and Babylon 5 as well as a number of films. After retiring he appeared in a number of documentaries, including a German-language documentary on his life.
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Turhan Gilbert Selahattin Schultavey 30 March 1922 Vienna, Austria
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30 September 2012 (aged 90) Vienna, Austria
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