Nejla Ates (Son of Sinbad , 1955)

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Nejla Ateş, appeared in several Turkish and American films as an actress and dancer. She modeled on the cover of several record albums as well, most famously (or infamously) on Mohammed El-Bakkar's album "Port Said." She also performed on Broadway, in "Fanny" and became known as the "Exquisite Turkish Delight." She died in 1965 from an overdose of barbiturates.

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[MrsCaptJack]

I love that you can actually hear her sagat. Great clip, thanks for sharing!

[iamtherun]

lifted the statue of her in Central Park, this is a great shame. Understood enough of a great artist. Nejla Ates and I am proud of the Turks.

[171view]

she's pretty ;)

[fkurban]

Her second husband published a book about her. It's in Turkish though.

[ShadiyahOfMaryland]

turcoloco57, if you get this message, can you please contact me?

I'm writing a story on Nejla and I'd love to talk with you. Thank you so much! Blessings, Shadiyah

[shakiMiki]

I gather this was edward said's favourite film. I like the line: Have you seen Sinbad as she is trying to do her enticing dance.

[moonstonegoddess]

Does anyone know where I can find the music piece to this?

[mrtyles]

this is sort of americanized arab music.

[turcoloco57]

I vaguely remember her, but I do have a few photos with my dad and Nejla at her place in Manhattan in the early 60's. She was a gorgeous woman, and from what I remember, very very sweet and kind. My parents never spoke of her death, and I found out just a few years ago. I wish I could tell you more about her, but I really don't have anything to add.

[spicedjellybeans]

hello. Do you have anything interesting to tell us about her? Do you remember anything about her? There is almost no info about her online.