Defne Joy Foster’s Son’s Emotional Reunion After 14 Years
Defne Joy Foster’s Son, Can Kılıç, Turns 16
Updated september 27, 2025, 09:56:00
actress and presenter Defne Joy Foster died on February 2, 2011, at the home of her son’s father, Kerem Altan, in Kadıköy Caddebostan, Istanbul. Her death deeply affected Türkiye, and she left behind her son, Can Kılıç.
Can Kılıç gains Attention on Social media
Now 16 years old, Can Kılıç recently became a topic of discussion on social media. He shared a photo from the gymnasium on Instagram, and observers noted his striking resemblance to his mother.

Remarriage After Loss
Following Defne Joy Foster’s death, her husband, İlker Yasin Solmaz, married Beyza Dankal, a Kindergarten Director. Solmaz stated that his young son needed his mother’s love, according to reports at the time.

Solmaz integrated Can into his new family and continues a happy marriage with Beyza Dankal.
