2012 14 years ago Notable Deaths September 30

Turhan Bey, Austrian actor and producer (born 1922)

On September 30, in the year 2012, Turhan Bey, Austrian actor and producer (born 1922). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of September 30, a notable event in this corner of history.

1 notable person is associated with this event, including Turhan Bey. Learn more below.

Turhan Bey was an Austrian-born actor of Turkish and Czech-Jewish origins. 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.

Key Facts

  • This event took place on September 30, 2012 (AD era).
  • It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
  • Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
  • 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
  • Wikipedia source last updated on 29 August 2026.

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