Turhan Bey
Turhan Bey (born Turhan Gilbert Selahattin Sahultavy; 30 March 1922 – 30 September 2012) was an Austrian-born actor of Turkish and Czech Jewish origin. Turhan was active in Hollywood from 1941 to 1953. He was dubbed "The Turkish Delight"...
Biography
Turhan Bey (born Turhan Gilbert Selahattin Sahultavy; 30 March 1922 – 30 September 2012) was an Austrian-born actor of Turkish and Czech Jewish origin. Turhan was active in Hollywood from 1941 to 1953. He was dubbed "The Turkish Delight" by his fans. After his return to Austria, he pursued careers as a photographer and stage director. Returning to Hollywood after a 40-year hiatus, he made several guest appearances in 1990s television series including SeaQuest DSV, Murder, She Wrote and Babylon 5 as well as a number of films. After retiring he appeared in a number of documentaries, including a German-language documentary on his life.
Known for
Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves1944 · Jamiel3.1
The Mummy's Tomb1942 · Mehemet Bey2.8
Arabian Nights1942 · Captain of the Guard3.0
The Amazing Mr. X1948 · Alexis3.1
Background to Danger1943 · Hassan3.4
Universal Horror1998 · Self - Interviewee3.5
The Falcon Takes Over1942 · Jules Amthor (Uncredited)3.1
Dragon Seed1944 · Lao Er Tan - Middle Son3.4Cast credits
Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves1944 · Jamiel3.1The Mummy's Tomb1942 · Mehemet Bey2.8Arabian Nights1942 · Captain of the Guard3.0The Amazing Mr. X1948 · Alexis3.1Background to Danger1943 · Hassan3.4Universal Horror1998 · Self - Interviewee3.5The Falcon Takes Over1942 · Jules Amthor (Uncredited)3.1Dragon Seed1944 · Lao Er Tan - Middle Son3.4
The Mad Ghoul1943 · Eric Iverson3.0
The Gay Falcon1941 · Manuel Retana3.2
The Climax1944 · Franz Munzer2.8
Footsteps in the Dark1941 · Ahmed3.5
Captive Wild Woman1943 · End Narrator (voice)(uncredited)2.7
Out of the Blue1947 · David Gelleo3.3
Bowery to Broadway1944 · Ted Barrie5.0
Virtual Combat1995 · Dr. Cameron2.4
Drums of the Congo1942 · Juma, Henchman5.0
Possessed by the Night1994 · Calvin2.3