Riza Kocaoglu, a talented Turkish actor, was born on March 19, 1979, in Izmir, Turkey. His family, of Turkish origin, had immigrated to Turkey from Thessaloniki, with some of his relatives hailing from Erivan, Kars. This rich cultural heritage likely played a significant role in shaping his artistic inclinations.
Riza's sister, Gözde Kocaoglu, is also an accomplished actress, and the two siblings share a passion for the performing arts. He pursued his higher education at the prestigious Dokuz Eylül University, graduating with a degree in theater.
Riza Kocaoglu began his acting career in 2001, and since then, he has made a significant impact in the Turkish film and television industry. He has appeared in a range of projects, including big and small screen productions.
Some of his notable film roles include Hunting Season and Losers' Club. On television, he has had recurring roles in several popular series, such as Karadayi (2012),Kuzey Güney (2011),Filinta (2014),Ezel (2009),Insider (2016),and The Pit (2016).
