Tuba Buyukustun: A Tale of Talent, Beauty, and Stardom
Tuba Buyukustun is one of the most beautiful and highly paid Turkish actresses. Not only has she gained recognition for her outstanding acting in TV series, but she has also made a name for herself in Turkish Cinema. To learn more about Tuba, simply scroll down and keep reading.
Biodata
| Name | Tuba Büyüküstün |
| Gender | Female |
| Date of Birth | 5-July-1982 |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Age | 41 years |
| Birthplace | Istanbul, Turkey |
| Full Name | Hatice Tuba Büyüküstün |
| Profession | Actress |
| Nationality | Turkish |
| Religion | Islam |
| Relationship Status | Divorced |
| Net Worth | $6 Million |
Early Life and Education
Tuba Büyüküstün was born and raised in Istanbul, Turkey. She comes from a mixed heritage, her mother is Circassian and her father is Turkish.
She went to a private school where she developed an interest in acting at an early age and showed her talent in school plays and theater productions.
Later she attended the School of Fine Arts at Mimar Sinan University, Istanbul, where she studied costume and stage design. While studying at university she dabbled in modeling and appeared in several commercials.
Rise to Fame
Tuba made her debut on the small screen in 2003 as Nasrin in Sultan Makami. A year later she became a success with her performance as Zarife in Cemberimde Gul Oya (The Rose and The Thorn).
She has become a household name since her role as Filiz Tekiner in “Ihlamurlar Altında” (Under the Linden Trees). She has immense talent and enthralls her audiences with performance in every role she takes.
Personal Life
Tuba married Onur Saylak, a Turkish actor, on 28 July 2011. They got married in world’s most romantic city, Paris and a year later became parents to beautiful twin daughters, Maya and Toprak.
The couple decided to part ways and were divorced in 2017.
Philanthropic Activities
UNICEF
Tuba is not just an amazing actor but an equally wonderful and praiseworthy human being as well. She is an advocate for children’s health and development and has partnered with UNICEF since 2014. She has been nominated UNICEF’s goodwill ambassador
She helped rehabilitate Syrian refugees in Turkey. She believes it is our duty to provide equal opportunities and better living conditions for ALL children.
Earthquake Victims’ Rehabilitation
Even though it has been a few months, Tuba is still working tirelessly to help earthquake victims in Turkey. Recently she performed with Firat Celik at La Tour Eiffel Theater to raise funds for the victims. The event was attended by 500 people who generously made donations to her appeal to help millions of children affected by the earthquake.
Career
Television Career
After her huge success in “Ihlamurlar Altında”, In 2007 Tuba played the main lead in Asi along with Murat Yildirim and Cetin Tekindon. Here is a list of TV series in which Tuba showcased her talent as a brilliant actress,
| Series | Role | Year |
| Sultan Makami (Sultan’s Seat) | Nasrin | 2003 |
| Cemberimde Gul Oya (The Rose and The Thorn) | Zarife | 2004 |
| Ihlamurlar Altında (Under the Linden Trees) | Filiz Tekiner | 2005 |
| Asi Kozcuoğlu in As (Rebellious) | Asiye Asi | 2007 |
| Beni w Benak | Herself (Guest Appearance) | 2009 |
| Gönülçelen | Hasret | 2010 |
| 20 Dakika (20 minutes) | Melek Halaskar | 2013 |
| Kara Para Aşk (Black Money Love) | Elif Denizer opposite Engin Akyüre | 2014 |
| Cesur ve Güzel (Brave and Beautiful) | Sühan Korludağ opposite Kıvanc Tatlıtuğ | 2016 |
| Rise of Empires: Ottoman | Mara Branković | 2020 |
| Menajerimi Ara | Herself | 2020 |
| Sefirin Kızı | Mavi Çinar/Efeoglu | 2021 |
| Another Self | Ada | 2022 |
Film Career
Telefilms
Tuba acted in her first telefilm in 2004 “Gulizar” in which she played the title character and a year later in Ask Yolu as Deniz. Both her telefilms were hits amongst the audiences
| Telefilm | Role | Year |
| Gülizar | Gülizar | 2004 |
| Aşk Yolu (Way of Love) | Deniz | 2005 |
Filmography
Tuba’s first pivotal role in cinema was Esma in Yüreğine Sor(Ask Your Heart) in 2010. Before that she had performed in supporting roles in Baban ve Oglum as Aysun and in Sinav as Zeynep.
In Sinav she played the role of a teacher and acted alongside Jean Claude Van Damme. She has performed in many other Turkish films, including Daham, Istanbul Kirmizisi and Dar Elbise to name just a few.
| Film | Role | Year |
| Babam ve Oğlum (My Father and My Son) | Aysun | 2005 |
| Sinav | Zeynep Erez | 2006 |
| Yüreğine Sor(Ask Your Heart) | Esma | 2010 |
| Orman | Zeynep | 2015 |
| Rüzgarın Hatıraları | Zepur | 2015 |
| Dar Elbise | Helin | 2015 |
| İstanbul Kırmızısı | Neval | 2016 |
| Daha | Şirin | 2017 |
Social Media Followers
Instagram – 6.0 M
Facebook – 112.8K
Twitter – 7.6M
A Few Favorites of Tuba
Here are a few favorites of Tuba Buyukustun
| Favorite Actor | Leonardo DiCaprio |
| Favorite Food | Italian |
| Favorite Series | Calikusu, Hayat Agaci |
| Favorite Holiday Destination | Miami |
| Hobbies | Painting, swimming, travelling |
| Favorite Sports | Skiing and Ice Skating |
Physical Statistics and Some More
- Height – 173 cm (in feet inches- 5′ 8″)
- Weight – 55 kg (in pounds- 121 lbs)
- Body Measurements – 34-24-34
- Eye Colour – Hazel
- Hair Colour – Black
- Shoe size – 8
Awards and Recognition
Büyüküstün has received many awards and is recognized for her outstanding acting in TV series and finds. She has also been nominated for the international the International Emmy Award for Best Actress for her performance in “20 Dakika” (20 Minutes). Don’t miss her new series, Yarin Yokmus Gibi – As If There is No Tomorrow
| TelevisionDisisi.com Best Awards | Best Couple (Cesur & Suhan) | Brave and Beautiful | Won | 2017 |
| Sayidaty magazine | Most Successful Turkish Actress | Brave and Beautiful | Won | 2017 |
| Distinctive International Arab Festivals Awards | Best Couple (Cesur & Suhan) | Brave and Beautiful | Won | 2017 |
| Young Turkish Turkey Award | Best Cinema Actress | Rosso Istanbul | Won | 2017 |
| 2nd Turkey Youth Awards | Best Actress | Kara Para Aşk | Won | 2016 |
| Film Fest International | Best Leading Actress in a Short Film | The Jungle | Nominated | 2016 |
| Radio–Television Journalists Association Media Oscars | Best Actress of the Year | Kara Para Aşk | Won | 2015 |
| Istanbul Technical University Industrial Engineering Club (EMÖS) Success Awards | Most Successful Actress | Kara Para Aşk | Won | 2015 |
| TelevizyonDizisi.com Awards | Best Actress | Kara Para Aşk | Won | 2015 |
| Uludağ University Marconi Awards | Best Actress of the Year | Kara Para Aşk | Won | 2015 |
| 14th International Giuseppe Sciacca Awards | Best Actress | Kara Para Aşk | Won | 2015 |
| Golden Butterfly Awards | Best Actress | Kara Para Aşk | Nominated | 2015 |
| Golden Butterfly Awards | Best Couple | Kara Para Aşk | Nominated | 2015 |
| 4th Crystal Mouse Awards | Best Actress | Kara Para Aşk | Won | 2015 |
| Süleyman Şah University Model United Nation Universities (MUNunivs) Program | Peace Ambassador Award | Kara Para Aşk | Won | 2015 |
| 42nd International Emmy Awards | Best Actress | Dakika | Nominated | 2014 |
| Electrical Electronics and Service Exporters Association Cultural Service Awards | Stars of the Export | Kara Para Aşk | Won | 2014 |
| TelevizyonDizisi.com Awards | Best Actress | Kara Para Aşk | Won | 2014 |
| TUROB Successful Turkish Series | Honorary Award | Ihlamurlar Altında | Won | 2013 |
| KARVAK (Black Sea Foundation) Best of The Year | Best Actress of the Year | Dakika | Won | 2013 |
| TelevizyonDizisi.com Awards | Best Actress | Dakika | Won | 2013 |
| TelevizyonDizisi.com Awards | Best Actress | Gönülçelen | Won | 2011 |
| Elle Style Awards Turkey | Elle Style Actress | Gönülçelen | Won | 2011 |
| Marmara University Success Awards | Most Successful Actress | Yüreğine Sor | Won | 2010 |
| Radio–Television Journalists Association Media Oscars | Best Actress of the Year | Gönülçelen | Won | 2010 |
| Journal of Politics Best of the Year Awards | Television Actress of the Year | Gönülçelen | Won | 2010 |
| atvdiziler.com Prestige Awards | Best Actress | Gönülçelen | Won | 2010 |
| TelevizyonDizisi.com Awards | Best Actress | Gönülçelen | Won | 2010 |
| DiziFilm.com Oscars | Best Drama Actress | Gönülçelen | Won | 2010 |
| AyakliGazete.com Television Stars of the Year | Best Actress | Gönülçelen | Won | 2010 |
| Istanbul University Awards | Best Actress | Asi | Won | 2008 |
| Istanbul University Awards | Best Actress | Ihlamurlar Altında | Won | 2007 |
| Serbia and Montenegro International TV Festival Bar | Best Actress | Gülizar | Won | 2005 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Tuba
People also ask these questions about Tuba, so we thought we would put everything you want to know about her in one place.
Q. Who is Tuba Buyukustun?
Tuba is a famous and one of the most beautiful Turkish actresses.
Q. How old is Tuba Buyukustun?
Tuba is 41, born on 5 July 1982.
Q. Where was Tuba born?
She was born in Istanbul, Turkey.
Q. Is Tuba Married?
Tuba and Onur Saylak got married in 2011 and were divorced in 2017.
Q. What is Tuba’s net worth?
Tuba’s net worth is $6 Million
Q. Who are Tuba Büyüküstün’s Parents?
Tuba Büyüküstün’s father’s name is Serdar Büyüküstün and mother’s name is Handan Büyüküstün.
Q. Who is Tuba Büyüküstün’s siblings?
Tuba Büyüküstün siblings name is (will update soon).
Q. How tall is Tuba Buyukustun?
She is 173 cm (in feet inches- 5′ 8″)
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