Ahmet Devran Dayanc
- Actor
- Producer
- Writer
Ahmet Dayanc is a Turkish-American actor based in Los Angeles, known for his grounded presence and versatility across drama and action genres. He began his screen career in Turkiye in 2008, landing his first role as an extra on the television series "Kendi Okulumuza Dogru (The Way to Our School)" during his final year of high school. His performance quickly caught the attention of Assistant Director Fatih Terzioglu, who elevated him to a series regular across 17 episodes.
That same year, he appeared in 15 episodes of the acclaimed military drama "Ölümsüz Kahramanlar (Immortal Heroes)," followed by guest roles in series such as "Bu Kalp Seni Unutur Mu? (Will This Heart Forget You?)" and "Kayip Araniyor." His work ultimately led to being cast by celebrated director Osman Sinav in the hit action-drama "Sakarya-Firat"-a pivotal opportunity that inspired his pursuit of formal training.
Under the mentorship of esteemed Turkish actress Ayla Algan, a lifetime member of The Actors Studio and a Strasberg-trained artist, Ahmet decided to move to the United States in 2011 to further develop his craft. He trained in both New York and Los Angeles, studying with renowned institutions including the Ivana Chubbuck Studio, Michelle Danner Acting Studio, and L.A. Acting Studios.
His stage work includes leading roles in "Tears of Anatolia" and "The Wishing Tree", both produced by Columbia University, the latter performed at the Signature Theatre as part of the MFA Playwrights Festival.
From 2017, Ahmet executive-produced and starred in the feature film "Respite," which was released domestically and internationally in 2020. The project marked a significant milestone in his creative evolution, reflecting his ability to lead both on screen and behind the scenes.
In addition to acting, Ahmet is an accomplished model with over 30 runway shows and numerous editorial campaigns to his credit. Among his most memorable on-set experiences was working alongside Robert De Niro, who offered meaningful encouragement and career advice.
Ahmet Dayanc continues to build a diverse body of work in film, television, and stage, bringing a multicultural perspective and a deep commitment to his craft.
That same year, he appeared in 15 episodes of the acclaimed military drama "Ölümsüz Kahramanlar (Immortal Heroes)," followed by guest roles in series such as "Bu Kalp Seni Unutur Mu? (Will This Heart Forget You?)" and "Kayip Araniyor." His work ultimately led to being cast by celebrated director Osman Sinav in the hit action-drama "Sakarya-Firat"-a pivotal opportunity that inspired his pursuit of formal training.
Under the mentorship of esteemed Turkish actress Ayla Algan, a lifetime member of The Actors Studio and a Strasberg-trained artist, Ahmet decided to move to the United States in 2011 to further develop his craft. He trained in both New York and Los Angeles, studying with renowned institutions including the Ivana Chubbuck Studio, Michelle Danner Acting Studio, and L.A. Acting Studios.
His stage work includes leading roles in "Tears of Anatolia" and "The Wishing Tree", both produced by Columbia University, the latter performed at the Signature Theatre as part of the MFA Playwrights Festival.
From 2017, Ahmet executive-produced and starred in the feature film "Respite," which was released domestically and internationally in 2020. The project marked a significant milestone in his creative evolution, reflecting his ability to lead both on screen and behind the scenes.
In addition to acting, Ahmet is an accomplished model with over 30 runway shows and numerous editorial campaigns to his credit. Among his most memorable on-set experiences was working alongside Robert De Niro, who offered meaningful encouragement and career advice.
Ahmet Dayanc continues to build a diverse body of work in film, television, and stage, bringing a multicultural perspective and a deep commitment to his craft.
