Reha Muhtar
Turkish media person (1959–2026)
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Reha Muhtar (21 July 1959 – 3 June 2026) was a Turkish anchorman, columnist and television reporter.[1]
Reha Muhtar | |
|---|---|
| Born | 21 July 1959 |
| Died | 3 June 2026 (aged 66) |
| Alma mater | TED Ankara Koleji |
| Occupations | Anchorman, columnist, television reporter |
| Spouse |
Selin Çağlayan
(m. 1983; div. 1988) |
| Partner | Deniz Uğur (2008–2010) |
| Children | 3 (two with Uğur and one daughter with Nilüfer) |
Life and career
Muhtar was first seen on television as TRT's reporter from Turkey, Istanbul. Later he started hosting a debate program at show tv "Ateş Hattı" channel.[2] Later, on the private channel Show TV as an anchorman, he gained national fame. His chaotic, no-holds-barred news making, remarks and most importantly the bizarre questions he asked his guests made him a phenomenon in Turkey. He was also famous for his pumpkin argument with news audiences on Show TV.
He hosted a talk show on Show TV with other Turkish celebrities Hülya Avşar, he worked as a columnist for a Turkish newspaper, Vatan.
In 1983, he married journalist Selin Çağlayan[3] and their marriage lasted for five years.
In 2001, he started a relationship with Nilüfer.[4] In 2003, the two announced their separation in a press release. Between 2006 and 2007 his relationship with Gülşen[5] made his name appear frequently in the media. In 2008, he started a relationship with Deniz Uğur which ended in 2010.[6]
Muhtar adopted a daughter with Nilüfer. He also had twins with Deniz Uğur in 2009.[7] Muhtar died from heart failure in Bodrum, on 3 June 2026, at the age of 66.[8] One day later, he was buried at Yeniköy Cemetery in Istanbul.[9]
