Eren Kaşıkç, winner of the Turkish edition of the MasterChef program, died at age 37 in Istanbul. The cause of death is pointed out as a heart attack, according to the international press.
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03/08/2026
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ANDren Kaşıkç, winner of the Turkish edition of the MasterChef program, died at the age of 37, reveals the international press.
The young man was found lifeless in his room in Istanbul, Turkey. His family members began to worry about his health after some time without news. The partner and friend Mikhail Malkoçoğlu decided to go to the cook's house and that's when he found him lifeless.
According to the latest news, Eren died of a heart attack. There is “a great possibility”, according to the statement. Paramedics declared him dead at the scene and his body was sent to be autopsied.
Eren Kaşıkç was known as the “red-headed beard” and became famous after winning the 2021 season of the “MasterChef” program and later entered the “All-Stars” edition of the program, which brings together other participants who excelled in last seasons.
After winning the program, the young man opened his own restaurant, the Kızıl Sakal Sandwich & Burger and had plans to expand the business. According to Metro, Eren Kaşıkç visited his restaurant two days before his death.
On social networks there are several fans who have paid tribute to the young cook and entrepreneur.