Hande Erçel is a renowned Turkish actress and model, celebrated for her roles in popular TV series and her international appeal. Born on November 24, 1993, in Bandırma, Turkey, she gained fame through shows like Güneşin Kızları, Aşk Laftan Anlamaz, and Sen Çal Kapımı. As of February 2026, Erçel continues to thrive in acting, modeling, and production, with recent projects solidifying her status as one of Turkey’s top earners in entertainment.
Quick Facts
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Real Name | Hande Erçel |
| Age (as of February 2026) | 32 years old (turns 33 on November 24, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Bandırma, Balıkesir, Turkey |
| Family | Parents: Aylin Erçel (mother, d. 2019), Kaya Erçel (father); Siblings: Gamze Erçel (older sister, actress and designer) |
| Spouse/Partner | Current partner: Onur Güvenatam (rumored proposal in 2026); Ex-partners: Hakan Sabancı (2023–2025), Kerem Bürsin (2020–2022), Murat Dalkılıç (engaged 2020, broke up), Ekin Mert Daymaz, Burak Serdar Şanal |
| Career Highlights | Actress in Güneşin Kızları (2015–16), Aşk Laftan Anlamaz (2016–17), Sen Çal Kapımı (2020–21), Bambaşka Biri (2023); Model (Miss Turkey 2012); Producer on Chasing the Wind (2025); Endorsements with brands like L’Oréal and Nocturne |
| Net Worth (2026 estimate) | $10 million |
Family and Early Life
Hande Erçel was born in Bandırma, Turkey, to Aylin Erçel, who passed away from cancer in 2019, and Kaya Erçel. She has an older sister, Gamze Erçel, who is also an actress and designer. Erçel grew up in a close-knit family, often crediting her grandparents for her upbringing during childhood. She studied at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, majoring in traditional Turkish arts, but her career in modeling and acting took precedence. Erçel has been open about her mother’s death impacting her deeply, influencing her advocacy for cancer awareness.
Spouse and Relationships
Hande Erçel is not married and has no children. Her relationships have often been in the public eye. She dated actors Burak Serdar Şanal and Ekin Mert Daymaz early in her career, followed by an engagement to singer Murat Dalkılıç in 2020, which ended shortly after. From 2020 to 2022, she was in a relationship with co-star Kerem Bürsin from Sen Çal Kapımı. She then dated businessman Hakan Sabancı from 2023 until their breakup in summer 2025. As of early 2026, Erçel is in a new relationship with producer Onur Güvenatam, with rumors of a marriage proposal; she has described it as “very new” and tied to “kismet,” while sources confirm the proposal but note she requested time to decide.
Career
Erçel’s career began in modeling, where she won Miss Turkey in 2012 and represented the country at Miss Civilization of the World. She transitioned to acting with minor roles in series like Çalıkuşu and Tatar Ramazan in 2013–14. Her breakthrough came as Selin Yılmaz in Güneşin Kızları (2015–16), followed by leading roles in Aşk Laftan Anlamaz (2016–17) as Hayat Uzun, Siyah İnci (2017–18), Halka (2019), Sen Çal Kapımı (2020–21) as Eda Yıldız, and Bambaşka Biri (2023) as Leyla Gediz. She has also ventured into production, serving as associate producer on Chasing the Wind (2025). Erçel is a brand ambassador for companies like L’Oréal Paris and Nocturne, contributing to her global fanbase. By 2026, she remains one of Turkey’s highest-paid actresses, with ongoing projects in TV and film.
Net Worth
As of 2026, Hande Erçel’s net worth is estimated at $10 million, primarily from acting salaries, modeling contracts, endorsements, and production ventures. Her earnings have grown with international recognition and brand deals.
Age
Born on November 24, 1993, Hande Erçel is currently 32 years old as of February 2026. She will celebrate her 33rd birthday later this year.