Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1968-06-05
- Born Place: Istanbul, Turkey
Also Known As:
Tevhide Şebnem Sönmez
Şebnem Sönmez
Şebnem Sönmez (born Tevhide Şebnem Sönmez on June 5, 1968, in Istanbul) is a distinguished Turkish actress renowned for her work in theater, television, and film. She embarked on her acting journey during her high school years with the Pendik Youth Theatre and later honed her craft at the Istanbul State Conservatory, graduating in 1991. Her early career included performances with various theater groups such as Kartal Art Theatre and Taner Barlas Mim Theatre. She also contributed to Dormen Theatre and the Beşiktaş Cultural Center, enriching her theatrical experience. Sönmez's television debut occurred in 1993 with the series Yaz Evi. She gained widespread recognition for her roles in the popular TV series Yedi Numara (2000–2003) and Elveda Rumeli (2007–2009). Her filmography includes notable films such as Vizontele (2000), Abdülhamit Düşerken (2002), Döngel Karhanesi (2005), and Bergen (2022), where she portrayed the character Suna. In addition to her acting career, Sönmez has been involved in education, teaching drama at various educational levels. She also founded the "Yaz Tiyatrosu" (Summer Theatre) group at her school, fostering a new generation of theater enthusiasts. Sönmez has received several accolades for her contributions to the arts, including the Afife Theatre Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1999 for her role in Sen Hiç Ateşböceği Gördün mü? and the Best Supporting Musical/Comedy Actress in 2005 for Cimri..
