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Yaman has acquired a devoted fan base over the past years© WireImage

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Turkish heartthrob Can Yaman breaks his silence with BTS photos from exciting new projects

The actor reappeared on Instagram following a nine-month break


Maria Loreto
Senior Writer
MARCH 10, 2025 7:54 PM EDT

Can Yaman is back on social media. The Turkish actor has shared his first posts in nine months, promoting various of his upcoming new projects. Among his updates, he shared a photo alongside Ed Westwick, the actor known for his work in "Gossip Girl," with whom he's starring in the series "Sandokan."

Can Yaman, Alanah Bloor and Ed Westwick at the "Fremantle Presents" TV Industry event in London© Getty Images for Fremantle
Can Yaman, Alanah Bloor and Ed Westwick at the "Fremantle Presents" TV Industry event in London

Yaman and Westwick attended a presentation for the series in Leicester Square, in London, where they shared some photos alongside their castmates. The photo was quick to go viral, prompting plenty of comments from both of their followers and uniting fanbases from different parts of the world.

The posts are one of the many that Yaman has shared over the past three days, getting back in touch with his followers and building some excitement for his new projects. 

Yaman made a surprise return to social media, sharing dozens of photos of his upcoming projects with his fans© Getty Images for Fremantle
Yaman made a surprise return to social media, sharing dozens of photos of his upcoming projects with his fans

Why Yaman left social media

Last summer, Yaman surprised his followers by abruptly stopping updates on his most famous social media channels, including X and Instagram. He completely cleared the former, sparking some stress from his followers. 

"I don't benefit from social media. Instead of coming here as a tourist, I came here to work," he said at the time, replying to the criticisms and comments that accused him of leaving his country and his industry behind. 

Yaman also shared photos of his other projects, including the series 'El Turco'© @canyaman
Yaman also shared photos of his other projects, including the series 'El Turco'

Ever since, Yaman has maintained a low profile, including pausing the activity of his foundation, "Can Yaman for Children," which he'd used to promote various issues benefiting children in need. 

"Sandokan," his upcoming TV show, is expected to be released at some point this year. The series is an adaptation of the beloved series of books of the same name, following the famous pirate on various of his adventures during the XIX century. It stars Yaman in the titular role, with Westwick playing the role of the villain. The cast is rounded out by John Hannah, Owen Teale, Lucy Gaskell, Alanah Bloor, and more. 

Yaman has acquired a devoted fan base over the past years© WireImage
Yaman has acquired a devoted fan base over the past years

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