**Cem Akin** (born in 1974) is a German-Turkish actor, renowned for his versatile film career. He is particularly known for his fruitful and long-standing artistic collaboration with director Fatih Akin, who has directed him in several of his most acclaimed works.

Among his most significant performances are central roles in films directed by Fatih Akin, such as "The Edge of Heaven" (Auf der anderen Seite, 2007), where he demonstrated remarkable dramatic depth, and the successful comedy "Soul Kitchen" (2009), in which he shone for his comedic flair. He also appeared in the popular "Goodbye Berlin" (Tschick, 2016).

Cem Akin is praised for his ability to bring complex and multifaceted characters to life, often positioned at the crossroads of different cultures, masterfully and naturally alternating between dramatic and comedic roles.