Mert Yazıcıoğlu is a Turkish actor born in Istanbul, best known for his roles in Kayıp Şehir, Karagül, and Umuda Kelepçe Vurulmaz, before taking on the lead role of Orhan in the hit historical drama Kuruluş: Orhan. Here is everything on his age, height, net worth, relationship status, and the latest 2026 news.
Mert Yazıcıoğlu Wiki Bio
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Mert Yazıcıoğlu |
| Profession | Actor |
| Date of Birth | May 10, 1993 |
| Age | 33 years old (as of September 2026) |
| Birthplace | Istanbul, Turkey |
| Nationality | Turkish |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
| Height (approx.) | 5 ft 9 in / 1.75 m |
| Weight (approx.) | 75 kg / 165 lbs |
| Net Worth | $1 Million – $5 Million (estimated) |
| Girlfriend | Zeynep Artukmaç |
| Known For | Kuruluş: Orhan, Karagül, Umuda Kelepçe Vurulmaz |
- Born in Istanbul on May 10, 1993, Mert Yazıcıoğlu made his television breakthrough in 2012 with the drama Kayıp Şehir.
- He went on to star in hit series including Karagül and Umuda Kelepçe Vurulmaz.
- He took on the title role of Orhan in the historical drama Kuruluş: Orhan, which premiered in October 2025.
- He previously dated actress Afra Saraçoğlu for four years before the couple separated in late 2022.
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Mert Yazıcıoğlu Latest News (September 2026)
Following the finale of Kuruluş: Orhan, Mert Yazıcıoğlu has signed on for Netflix’s new Turkish drama Aras, playing an Istanbul emergency-room doctor who travels to Doğubayazıt to investigate his family’s hidden past after discovering everything he believed about his roots was a lie. The role reunites him with director Ömür Atay, who previously directed him in Kızıl Goncalar. Production preparations were set to begin in September 2026, though filming itself has been pushed to spring due to extended shoot schedules and seasonal conditions in Doğubayazıt.
On the personal front, Mert confirmed a new relationship with Zeynep Artukmaç — the granddaughter of celebrated author Gülseren Budayıcıoğlu — after the couple was spotted together at a film premiere. Speaking publicly about the relationship for the first time, Mert said simply that “everything is going well.”
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He stands approximately 5 feet 9 inches (1.75 m) tall.
He was born on May 10, 1993, making him 33 years old as of September 2026.
Mert is in a relationship with Zeynep Artukmaç, the granddaughter of author Gülseren Budayıcıoğlu, confirmed after the two were seen together at a film premiere. He previously dated actress Afra Saraçoğlu for four years, splitting in late 2022.
His estimated net worth is between $1 million and $5 million, built through his lead roles in Turkish television dramas.
After Kuruluş: Orhan, he is set to star in Netflix’s Turkish drama Aras as an ER doctor, with production expected to begin filming in spring.
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