First Statement: Hakan Sabancı Responds to Cheating Allegations After Split from Hande Erçel
Following the end of his three-year relationship with actress Hande Erçel, businessman Hakan Sabancı issued his first remarks. While he declined to discuss details of the breakup, he addressed the cheating allegations.
Erçel, known for her roles in hit TV productions, has been preparing to return to the screen with a new project; her private life has dominated entertainment headlines in recent days. Her relationship with Sabancı often made waves through joint appearances and vacations.
A Breakup the Media Has Discussed for Days
Bad news arrived for the couple once expected to marry. Both removed their joint photos from social media.
Claims Circulating About the Reason
TV host Ece Erken said the pair’s relationship had been strained since early August, asserting that marriage was the main issue: Erçel wanted to talk about marriage, while Sabancı did not plan to marry in the near future. Other claims circulating included Arzu Sabancı’s (Hakan’s mother) disapproval of the relationship and allegations of infidelity.
Hakan Sabancı’s Response
Breaking his silence, Sabancı commented on the split:
“I don’t want to talk about the breakup. This is our private matter, but regarding cheating, that is not true.”
