Bülent Ersoy
Bülent Ersoy | |
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Bülent Ersoy performing during a concert | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Bülent Erkoç |
| Also known as | Diva |
| Born | 9 June 1952 Siirt, Turkey |
| Genres | Turkish classical music, Arabesque |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, actress |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 1974–present |
Bülent Ersoy (Turkish pronunciation: [byˈlænt ˈæɾsoj]; born Erkoç 9 June 1952) is a Turkish singer and actress. She is known as one of the most popular singers of Turkish music, nicknamed Diva by her fans. Ersoy has many famous hits such as "Ümit Hırsızı" (Hope Thief), "Geceler" (Nights), "Beddua" (Curse), "Maazallah" (God Forbid), "Biz Ayrılamayız" (We Cannot Break Up), and "Sefam olsun" (I Enjoy Myself). Ersoy has published more than thirty albums so far and has made a name for herself in Turkish music history.