Cansu Dere Age, Height, Boyfriend, Biography, Photos, Wealth

Cansu Dere (born October 14, 1980) is a Turkish actress and model, best known for her iconic role as Eyşan in the hit series “Ezel,” the most influential dramas in modern Turkish television history. She represented Turkey in beauty competitions and enjoyed a successful modeling career.

Cansu Dere

Cansu Dere Wiki/Biography

Full NameCansu Dere
ProfessionActress, Model, Host
Age (as of 2026)46 Years
Date of Birth14 October 1980
BirthplaceAnkara, Turkey
Zodiac signLibra
NationalityTurkish
Education LevelGraduate
HometownAnkara, Turkey
SchoolVali Vecdi Gönül High School, İzmir
College/UniversityIstanbul University, Turkey
ReligionIslam
HobbiesTravelling
Debut Movie“The Last Ottoman Yandım Ali” in 2006
Debut Series“Alacakaranlık in 2003
ControversiesN/A

Height in Feet, Weight, and Figure Size

Heightin centimeters– 176 cm
in meters– 1.76 m
in feet & inches– 5’9”
Weightin kilograms– 58 kg
in pounds– 128 lbs
Figure Measurements32-24-34
Bra/Breast Size32B Inches
Waist Size24 Inches
Hip Size34 Inches
Hair ColorDark Brown
Eye ColorBrown
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Husband/Boyfriend

Marital StatusUnmarried
Affairs/BoyfriendsCem Yılmaz (2003–2009)
Cem Aydın (2012)
Engin Akyürek (2018)
Metin Akdülger (2018-now)
Spouse/HusbandN/A

Favorite Things

FoodArtichoke with Olive Oil
ActorMarlon Brando
ActressÖzge Ulusoy
DestinationEgypt
SingerShakira
ColorBlack

Amazing Secrets About Cansu Dere

  • Does Cansu smoke? No
  • Does Cansu drink alcohol? No
  • Cansu’s family background carries a notable multicultural history, her father has roots among Turkish people from Bulgaria, while her mother comes from the Turkish community of Salonika, Greece.
  • Cansu’s family history traces back to Turkey’s population exchange period, when ethnic Turks from Greece and Bulgaria were relocated to Turkey.
  • Cansu originally had academic, not artistic, ambitions in mind, she studied archaeology at Istanbul University after childhood dreams of becoming a professional ballet dancer.
  • Cansu’s passion for fashion ultimately convinced her to leave archaeology behind and build a successful career in modeling and acting.
  • Cansu first gained national recognition after finishing as the 3rd Runner-up at Miss Turkey 2000, launching her successful career in modeling before entering television and film.
  • Cansu was originally selected to represent Turkey at Miss Universe 2000, but was ultimately unable to compete because the pageant was held in Cyprus, and political tensions between Turkey and Cyprus at the time prevented her participation.
  • Cansu Dere initially worked as a television presenter, hosting several lifestyle and entertainment programs before becoming a full-time actress.
  • Cansu achieved international fame through Ezel, widely regarded as one of the greatest Turkish television dramas ever produced.
  • Cansu became one of Turkey’s highest-paid television actresses after the international success of several of her drama series.
  • Cansu Dere has always enjoyed reading, often describing books as one of her greatest sources of inspiration.
  • Cansu has a deep appreciation for art, history, and archaeology, interests that inspired her to study archaeology before pursuing a professional acting career.
  • Cansu was named “Woman of the Year” by GQ Turkey in 2016, a recognition that extended her reputation well beyond television into broader cultural influence.
  • Cansu has worked as a brand presenter for Magnum ice cream and served as a brand ambassador for L’Oréal Paris Turkey.
  • Cansu has a soft spot for cats. Whether at home or while traveling, she often photographs and shares adorable moments with the cats she encounters.
Cansu taking a quick selfie with an orange cat
Cansu taking a quick selfie with an orange cat
  • Cansu Dere’s most talked-about heartbreak reportedly came after her six-year relationship with comedian Cem Yılmaz.
  • Cansu was once romantically linked to actor Engin Akyürek in early 2018 amid rumors she had moved into his home, but she publicly denied the relationship was anything more than friendship.
  • Cansu has been in a long, quiet relationship with actor Metin Akdülger since May 2018, having met him while working together on the miniseries “Şahsiyet.”
  • Cansu once visited Bali, Indonesia, where she enjoyed relaxing on the island’s beaches and spending time with the playful monkeys at Bali’s famous monkey forest.
  • Cansu Dere starred opposite Portuguese actor Diogo Morgado in the international romantic film Portuguese Love, further expanding her career beyond Turkish television.

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