Turkish singer Gül Tut, best known by her stage name Güllü, has tragically died at 51 after falling from the balcony of her sixth-floor home in Çınarcık, Yalova. Her son, Tuberk Yaz, confirmed the heartbreaking news on social media just hours later, while also dispelling unfounded rumors about the circumstances of her death.
“I am posting this message to share sad news,” he wrote on Instagram, as reported by Mirror. “The suicide reports circulating on social media are unfounded. I will share developments regarding the funeral here. May she rest in peace.”
Local reports said the beloved singer had been on the balcony around 3 a.m. with her daughter and a family friend when she suddenly felt unwell and fell. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Official Statements on the Incident
As per Mirror, the Yalova Governor’s Office released a statement confirming that officials responded to an emergency call reporting a “fall from height” in the Harmanlar Neighborhood on Vali Ak Street.
“When officials arrived at the address, it was understood that the artist known as ‘Güllü,’ Gül Tut, fell from the window while having fun with her daughter and her daughter’s friend, and the health team’s examination revealed that she had passed away,” the statement read.
The Çınarcık District Police Department has launched an investigation into the incident under the direction of the Public Prosecutor’s Office.
Fans Share Heartfelt Tributes
News of Güllü’s sudden passing has left fans and fellow artists devastated. Social media is filled with tributes paying tribute to her impact on Turkish music.
“The news is true; unfortunately, I’m deeply saddened. The artist of our childhood, may God grant her rest in peace,” one fan wrote. Another added, “We’ve lost a very valuable artist. May God grant patience to her family. May God have mercy on her.”
A third tribute read: “I loved her songs, you taught me how to live without you. She didn’t deserve such an end.”
Güllü’s Legacy in Turkish Music
Güllü launched her music career at just 15, singing in wedding halls before her Romani-inspired sound propelled her to national fame. Over the years, she became a defining voice in Turkish arabesque and fantasy music, releasing a series of successful albums that cemented her place in the industry.
Her best-known hits include “Eylim Oldun,” “Sabah Olmadan,” “Ödüm Kopuyor,” “Demez mi Sana,” “Kopamam Senden,” “Oyuncak Gibi,” “Açmıyorsan,” “Unutamazsın Beni,” “Bendeki Sen,” and “Varlığın Yeter.”
Today, fans are honoring not only her catalog of music but also the passion, spirit, and unforgettable voice that made Güllü one of Turkey’s most cherished performers.
