Bio/Wiki | |
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Profession(s) | Actor, Model, and Lawyer |
Famous Role | Can Divit in the Turkish TV series ‘Erkenci Kuş’ (2018) |
Physical Stats & More | |
Height (approx.) | in centimeters– 188 cm in meters– 1.88 m in feet & inches– 6’ 2″ |
Weight (approx.) | in kilograms– 75 kg in pounds– 165 lbs |
Body Measurements (approx.) | – Chest: 44 Inches – Waist: 36 Inches – Biceps: 16 Inches |
Eye Colour | Brown |
Hair Colour | Brown |
Career | |
Debut | TV Series: Gönül İşleri (2014) as Bedir |
Awards | • 2018: Golden Butterfly for Best Romantic Comedy Actor (Erkenci Kuş) • 2019: Golden Star for Best TV Series Actor (Erkenci Kuş) • 2019: Murex d’Or for Best Foreign Actor (Erkenci Kuş) • 2019: E!News TV for Top Leading Man (Erkenci Kuş) • 2021: Filming Italy Best Movie Award for TV Personality of the Year |
Personal Life | |
Date of Birth | 8 November 1989 (Wednesday) |
Age (as of 2021) | 32 Years |
Birthplace | Suadiye, Istanbul, Turkey |
Zodiac sign | Scorpio |
Autograph | |
Nationality | Turkish |
Hometown | Suadiye, Istanbul, Turkey |
School(s) | • Bilfen Schools, İstanbul, Turkey • Liceo Italiano IMI, Istanbul, Turkey • Özel İtalyan Lisesi, Istanbul, Turkey |
College/University | Yeditepe University, Istanbul, Turkey |
Educational Qualification(s) | • Graduation in Law from Yeditepe University, Istanbul, Turkey (2008-2012) [1]CNN Turk [2]LinkedIn- Can Yaman |
Ethnicity | Albanian [3]Daily Xing |
Controversies | • Feud with his Hangimiz Sevmedik co-star In 2016, he threw a tea cup on his co-star Selen Soyder Selen during an argument on the sets of the Turkish TV series ‘Hangimiz Sevmedik.’ Can was found to be guilty after hearing the witnesses and checking the CCTV footage. He was also fined 7 thousand 830 Turkish lira by the local police. [4]T24 • Controversial Statement on Demet Özdemir He made a controversial remark about his co-star of Erkenci Kuş Demet Özdemir in 2020. [5]Albawaba During an interview, he said, “I have sex a lot, so I am not pent to talk about it constantly. I cannot hide my feelings towards Özdemir, I am obsessed with the idea of making love to her and is not ashamed of talking about it. Other fellow actors are upset because I am telling the truth. If I had told what was happening behind the scenes of their series, I would have exposed them, but I do not interfere in the affairs of others.” Can added, “I did not insult Demet. I contacted her and explained my intention and she understood. The intimate desire does not mean sex itself, but rather a series of beautiful feelings in which any one is attracted to the other, something less than love and greater than friendship.” |
Relationships & More | |
Marital Status | Unmarried |
Affairs/Girlfriends | • Açelya Topaloğlu (Turkish actress; 2015-2016) • Bestemsu Özdemir (Turkish actress; 2016-2017) • Rabia Yaman (Turkish fashion editor & stylist; 2017-2018) • Demet Özdemir (Turkish actress; 2018-2020) • Diletta Leotta (Italian TV presenter; 2020 to 2021) • Maria Giovanna Adamo (Neapolitan model; 2022-present) |
Family | |
Parents | Father– Güven Yaman Mother– Güldam Can |
Siblings | None |
Favourites | |
Beverage | Coffee |
TV Series | Friends (1994), Prison Break (2005), How I Met Your Mother (2005), Californication (2007) |
Singer(s) | Claudio Baglioni, Vasco Rossi, Eros Ramazzotti, Renato Zero |
Actor(s) | Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ, Brad Pitt, Christian Bale, Mel Gibson |
Athlete(s) | Michael Jordan, Cristiano Ronaldo, Anthony Joshua |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Can Yaman
- Can Yaman, a Turkish actor, model, and lawyer, rose to great fame by portraying the character Can Divit in the widely acclaimed Turkish television series ‘Erkenci Kuş.’
- His parents went their separate ways when he was just five years old. In an interview, he revealed the financial hardships he faced during his childhood. He explained that during a particularly difficult period, his father’s career took a negative turn, causing money to become scarce and making it impossible for them to afford school fees. However, he chose to live in the present moment and fully immerse himself in his passions, leaving no room for fear. He adopted a proactive approach, relying on his instincts and determination to achieve success. Thankfully, he had an extraordinary friend, a brilliant Albanian boy with whom he shared countless experiences, who became his confidant. With his friend’s guidance, he started to secure scholarships one after another, eventually leading him to become a lawyer and later an actor. The picture shows Can Yaman during his childhood, alongside his mother.
- He participated in the exchange program and studied in America during his graduation.
- Having completed a bartending course at MSA, Turkey, he is now a certified bartender.
- Once he finished his law degree, he embarked on an internship at the Turkish law firm Somay Hukuk Burosu in Istanbul, Turkey.
- In February 2014, he began his employment at the Turkish attorney firm, PricewaterhouseCoopers.
- Can has been employed as a lawyer at the Istanbul Bar Association in Turkey. Additionally, he has written articles on tax law that have been published in the newspaper ‘Dunya.’
- Having spent a few years in the corporate sector, he made the decision to resign from his job after realizing that the corporate environment wasn’t a good fit for him. When discussing his reasons during an interview, he explained that he had a strong longing for freedom and felt restricted by the office environment and formal attire. Taking advantage of his annual leave, he seized the opportunity to leave and never looked back. The unexpected nature of his departure caught his colleagues off guard and was even captured on television.
- Afterward, he teamed up with his two friends and established a law office in Kartal, Turkey.
- During one of his summer trips, he had the opportunity to meet Cuneyt Sayil and Ilker Bilgi, the acting managers from Turkey. They extended an offer for him to join a Turkish TV series.
- After deciding to pursue a career in acting, he accepted the offer. During an interview, when asked about his parents’ reaction to his career choice, he mentioned that his mother was initially shocked but acknowledged his versatility since his high school days. He drew inspiration from Renaissance men and engaged in various activities like dancing, boxing, guitar lessons, and learning foreign languages. Acknowledging his tendency to be a little greedy in pursuing multiple interests, he admitted that his mother often questioned if he had changed his mind again, but deep down, she took pride in witnessing his success. On the other hand, his father was more laid-back and encouraged him to follow his passions without any doubts about his ability to succeed. Personally, he had no doubts about his potential for success, but he did wonder if he would truly enjoy the lifestyle that came with this job. As a result, he made the decision to enter the business only when he felt confident in his personal growth, ensuring that he would not deteriorate or lose himself in the process.
- He played the character of Yalın Aras in the Turkish TV series ‘İnadına Aşk’ which aired in 2015. A still image from the show ‘İnadına Aşk’.
- Afterwards, he made appearances in several Turkish TV series such as ‘Hangimiz Sevmedik’ (2016), ‘Dolunay’ (2017), and ‘Erkenci Kuş’ (2018). His role in the TV series ‘Erkenci Kuş’ garnered immense fame and was later dubbed in languages including Hindi, English, and Tamil. Can Yaman was the star of ‘Erkenci Kuş’.
- In addition, Can has gained experience as a model for numerous fashion brands.
- He is known as a philanthropist, having initiated a charity campaign called ‘Can Yaman For Children.’ In an interview, he discussed the campaign, expressing his dedication to helping underprivileged children. He emphasized his deep empathy for these innocent individuals, motivating him to offer aid to those residing in extreme poverty. He emphasized the significance of recognizing that his own upbringing influenced his current persona significantly.
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Can Yaman shared a post for children on his account (@canyamanforchildren).
- During an interview, he revealed his Albanian heritage, explaining that his father hails from Prishtina and his grandparents grew up in Pristina and Skopje. His family relocated to Istanbul in 1959. Although his distant cousins, who are his father’s relatives, can speak Albanian, he has never had the opportunity to meet them personally. He has heard that his paternal grandfather and maternal uncles also speak Albanian, and there are other relatives who are fluent as well. However, since he was primarily raised by his mother, he only learned Turkish and never picked up Albanian. Surprisingly, his father and uncle are also unfamiliar with the language, despite his uncle being born in Pristina. In his family, he has five brothers, while the others were born in Turkey. He once visited Albania, specifically Tirana, where he stayed for nearly a month. During his time there, he noticed that Italian was widely spoken, so he conversed with the locals in Italian.
- In 2020, he began a romantic relationship with Diletta Leotta, an Italian TV presenter. However, their relationship ended shortly after. Alessandro Rosica, an Italian celebrity expert, revealed this news on Instagram in 2021. He claimed that Can and Demet were more than just friends, despite what they had previously stated to the press. According to Rosica, they were actually a genuine couple and had a significant relationship. Both actors openly acknowledged their unique connection, which allowed them to portray their characters with ease and spontaneity, often deviating from the scripted lines. Rosica also mentioned that after their series ended, their managers advised them to keep their relationship hidden for professional reasons. They followed this advice for about two years, facing both ups and downs. Eventually, Can decided to pursue a film career in Italy, causing controversy due to the secrecy surrounding their relationship. Demet’s family and the conservative society of Turkey did not approve of Can’s lifestyle, characterized by clubbing and a glamorous social circle. According to the Spanish publication El Norte de Castilla, Diletta Leotta felt overwhelmed by Yaman’s persistent desire to marry and have a wedding. Despite only knowing each other for a short time, Can had already proposed to Diletta. However, she chose to proceed with caution, as reported by Bekia. Eventually, it was Leotta herself who decided to break the silence and share more details about their unexpected breakup. She opened up during an interview with presenter Silvia Toffanin.
- He relocated from Turkey to Italy in January 2021.
- In 2022, rumors began circulating about Can’s romantic involvement with Neapolitan model Maria Giovanna Adamo. These rumors were later confirmed by a Turkish magazine, which revealed that Can’s father had initially captured the attention of Italian media regarding the new romance. On the occasion of the actor’s birthday, his father took to his social media platforms and shared a video montage, showcasing Can alongside different individuals, including Maria Giovanna, who has managed to capture the heart of the Turkish heartthrob.
- Can Yaman is a passionate sports enthusiast who takes pleasure in engaging in various activities such as basketball, horse riding, and boxing. One of his favorite pastimes is playing basketball.
- He is passionate about fitness and adheres to a rigorous exercise routine.
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- During an interview, he was questioned about his stance on politics. In response, he mentioned having perspectives on different issues but expressed a preference for steering clear of political discussions. Being a Kemalist, he strictly abides by specific principles and forms judgments based on them. Furthermore, he identifies as a humanist, emphasizing the significance of demonstrating benevolence through his actions.
- Can Yaman has graced the covers of prestigious fashion magazines, including Hello!, GQ, Men’s Health, and Istanbul Life. The cover of Hello magazine particularly showcases the undeniable presence of Can Yaman.
- Cüneyt Sayıl, the acting coach, hails from Turkey.
- Can Yaman, a lover of dogs, has shared several adorable photos of himself with his beloved pets on his Instagram account.
- Can Yaman stars in the television series “Pasha Fencer” and his face is also featured in the video game of the same name released in 2020.
- He is acknowledged as one of Turkey’s most attractive men. During an interview, when discussing this, he expressed, “I don’t wake up each day pondering my level of attractiveness. It’s how God has crafted me, and I must learn to embrace it. If suddenly, people began to notice me because of my newfound fame, I might question, ‘What have I become?’ Nevertheless, there was also a time before all of this.”
- He has extensive knowledge of multiple languages including Turkish, Laz, Italian, English, and German.
- During an interview, he was questioned about his flirtatious nature. In response, he shared that he deliberately refrained from making direct eye contact or engaging in conversations with others. In social gatherings, he would discreetly provide a lighter to anyone needing it without looking at their faces, to prevent any misinterpretation or misunderstanding by women. Surprisingly, one day a girl approached him and inquired, “Why do you ignore all of us? We actually appreciate it.”
- In 2020, Can Yaman fulfilled his compulsory military service in Izmir, Turkey, dedicating 21 days to his duties. Throughout his service, he was often spotted donning the Turkish military uniform.
- Albawaba reported that he was appointed as the brand ambassador for ‘TUDORS,’ a Turkish clothing brand, in the same year and received a payment of 3 million Turkish Lira. [6]
- His autobiography titled “Can Yaman- Sembra strano anche a me” was published in 2021. During an interview, when asked about the book, he humorously remarked that he found the title equally peculiar. In the pages of his memoir, he shares the complete story of his life, starting from his upbringing and the impact of his parents, to the various challenges and adventures he faced, ultimately shaping the person he is today. In a photo, Can Yaman can be seen holding a copy of his autobiography.
- Two of the books that have been published about Can Yaman include ‘Can Yaman, I love you forever. La vera storia’ (2020) and ‘Ah, Can, Ah!: Letters to Can Yaman’ (2021). My love for you, Can Yaman, will last forever.
- On 17 July 2021, Can Yaman introduced his own unisex fragrance line called ‘Can Yaman Mania’. During an interview, he expressed that the perfume truly represents his essence by encompassing the cherished scents of strawberry, cocoa, tobacco, and whiskey. This fragrance serves as a remarkable bond, uniting people across distances. Can Yaman is actively engaged in promoting his personal perfume brand.
- Can has a passion for cooking food. During his interview with the reporters, he proudly shared, “I not only excel in making authentic Turkish dishes, but my father’s teachings have taught me to embrace my creativity. Whenever I open the refrigerator, I can effortlessly whip up delectable recipes using whatever ingredients I have at hand.”
- Can Yaman has posted multiple pictures on his social media platforms, showcasing himself smoking cigarettes and indulging in alcohol consumption. One photo in particular captures Can Yaman smoking a cigar, while another shows him holding onto a bottle of alcohol.
- During an interview, when discussing his morning routine, he mentioned that after being awake for an hour, he likes to embrace silence and refrain from engaging in conversations. This allows him to relish his breakfast in his own unique manner, which encompasses a delightful blend of sweet and savory tastes, complemented by abundant servings of coffee. He specifically mentioned his aversion to having breakfast outside the cozy confines of his home.
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