Brief Life (Biography)
Zafer Şahin is a Turkish journalist, writer, and commentator born on Monday, September 15, 1975, in Izmir. In recent years, Şahin has become an influential figure in the journalism world, known for his sharp observations and in-depth analyses. He has a large following on social media and is often in the spotlight with his commentary on television channels, shaping public opinion. Born in Izmir, Şahin embarked on his career many years ago and has held various important positions in major media organizations. Today, he continues to shape his career through column writing and television commentary.
Zafer Şahin’s journalism journey began in 2008 as a Parliamentary reporter at *Yeni Asır* newspaper. After this initial experience in Izmir, he moved to Ankara to continue his journalism career. He served as the Ankara representative of *Yeni Asır* for a while and later became the Editor-in-Chief. In 2017, he left this position to take on the role of the Ankara representative for *Takvim* newspaper, where he continued writing. During this period, he became known for his in-depth analyses on economic, political, and social issues, which attracted a large readership.
The articles written by Zafer Şahin address major issues in Turkey, while also skillfully blending local and global politics. He has written on critical topics such as the CHP, AK Party, Syria, and Israel, and has discussed these topics on television programs. Additionally, he made his debut in the literary world with the book Kestanepazarı’nın Sahte Mesihi (The False Messiah of Kestanepazarı). The book stands out for its style that combines journalism and writing. In 2024, he was awarded the “TV Commentator of the Year” by the Anatolian Publishers Federation.
Zafer Şahin studied at Gazi University’s Faculty of Communication, where he graduated from the Radio-Television-Cinema department. After completing his education, he entered the media industry and built a successful career. His professional background and strong educational foundation have made him one of the most respected commentators in the industry.
Zafer Şahin prefers to keep his private life away from the public eye. Not much information is available about his personal life, including his marital status or whether he has children.
Through his commentary on current events, both on television programs and in his articles, he leaves a significant impact. Today, Zafer Şahin continues his career in television commentary and column writing and is one of the important figures in the media world.
Zafer Şahin actively participates as a commentator on the following programs on CNN Türk Television:
| Name | Zafer Şahin |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Zafer Şahin |
| Date of Birth | September 15, 1975 |
| Place of Birth (Hometown) | Izmir (Originally from Ankara) |
| Age | 50 years old |
| Spouse | Information not available |
| Sun Sign | Virgo |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Natural Hair Color | Black |
| Weight | 93 kg |
| Height | 1.79 cm |
Full Name
Zafer Şahin
Date of Birth
September 15, 1975
Place of Birth (Hometown)
Izmir (Originally from Ankara)
Age
50 years old
Spouse
Information not available
Sun Sign
Virgo
Eye Color
Black
Natural Hair Color
Black
Weight
93 kg (Estimated)
Height
1.79 (Estimated)
Education
Graduated from the Radio-Television-Cinema Department of Gazi University’s Faculty of Communication.
Social Media Accounts
Instagram – 165K Followers
X (Twitter) – 720.7K Followers
Profession
Journalist, Writer, and Commentator.
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