Yiğit Özşener, a celebrated Turkish thespian, entered the world on April 6, 1972, within a family that boasts a profound cultural legacy. The paternal genealogy of this illustrious individual can be traced back to Turkish settlers who migrated to Kavala, Greece, and established a lasting presence in this storied region. Conversely, the maternal lineage of Yiğit Özşener is rooted in Turkish immigrants who made Skopje, Macedonia, their adopted homeland.
Özşener's academic credentials are truly remarkable, as he successfully completed his undergraduate studies at Yıldız Technical University, graduating in 1996 with a degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering. Meanwhile, his true calling lay in the realm of acting, which he pursued with unbridled enthusiasm at the Şahika Tekand acting studio. Under the meticulous guidance of the esteemed Şahika Tekand herself, Özşener diligently honed his craft, gradually refining his skills through his appearances in a diverse range of plays. One such notable performance was his portrayal of a character in Harold Pinter's thought-provoking play, The Dumb Waiter.
The pivotal moment in Özşener's burgeoning career arrived when he was handpicked to portray the charismatic and enigmatic "Özgür Çocuk" (Free Child) in a series of highly acclaimed commercials for Turkcell, a leading Turkish telecommunications company. This groundbreaking exposure catapulted him to newfound fame, paving the way for his subsequent appearance in the popular television series Karanlıkta Koşanlar alongside the esteemed Uğur Yücel.
Özşener's impressive filmography boasts a diverse range of cinematic endeavors, with notable credits including the critically acclaimed O Şimdi Asker, the thought-provoking Gece 11:45, and the captivating Beş Vakit, expertly demonstrating his remarkable adaptability as an actor.
Between the years 2007 and 2009, Özşener took on the significant role of Cemil Paşazade in the esteemed television series Dudaktan Kalbe, a captivating adaptation of Reşat Nuri Güntekin's esteemed novel.
Since 2009, Özşener has brought to life the complex and intriguing character of Cengiz Atay in the popular television series Ezel.
In the year 2011, the talented actor Özşener made a notable appearance in the film titled Aşk Tesadüfleri Sever, which translates to "Love Likes Coincidences". This was followed by his standout performance as the charismatic character Mete Avunduk in the film Kaybedenler Kulübü, a cinematic adaptation inspired by the iconic 1990s cult radio show of the same name.
