Turkish Actress Çiçek Dilligil’s Son Publicly Shares Life after Gender Transition
Istanbul, Turkey – Recent social media activity from Ayda Öztoprak, the child of celebrated Turkish television actress Çiçek dilligil, has brought renewed attention to their gender transition journey. Öztoprak, formerly known as Ardahan, now resides in the United States and has been sharing updates on their life following a completed transition process.
Dilligil, known for her roles in popular Turkish series such as Crazy Bediş, Snake Story, My Cousins, and European Side, as well as her recent performance in Dilek Taşı, has publicly supported her child’s journey. The story resonates as visibility for transgender individuals remains a developing conversation globally, and particularly within Turkish society. Dilligil and her wife, Bora Öztoprak, have been recognized as a long-standing and supportive couple. They are parents to Ayda, born in 1997.
Öztoprak’s recent posts have quickly gained traction on social media, sparking discussion and support. Dilligil previously addressed the transition publicly, stating, “this is a 26-year-old individual.We are a family, and as a family, our name is now Ayda. It’s not a process that happened overnight; it wasn’t something I woke up to one morning and said,’Come on!’ It’s been a long process.”
The family’s openness regarding Ayda’s transition is being viewed by many as a positive step towards greater understanding and acceptance.
