Hande Erçel stuns at Joy Awards, earns Paris Hilton praise worldwide.
Hande Erçel unexpectedly attracted the attention of a prominent Hollywood figure while walking the red carpet at the Joy Awards 2026. When the Turkish star showed up in Saudi Arabia, it sent shockwaves across the ocean.
Hande Erçel picked a unique piece by Lebanese designer Elie Saab to wear to the Joy Awards ceremony in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, on January 17, 2026. The dress, which had tones of beige and champagne, stood out because it had hand-embroidered features and crystal accents. The event was very interesting to people from around the world, and the Turkish actress made a good impact with how professionally she behaved.
Unexpected Message on Social Media
After the event, something intriguing happened on social media. Paris Hilton liked Erçel's pictures on Elie Saab's official Instagram account and left a comment to show it. The American businessman and socialite's move was quickly written up in the Turkish tabloids.
Fans were very excited about this moment. This is how someone showed their excitement on January 19: "Omggg Paris Hilton wrote about Hande's photos on the page of Elie Saab, this exchange made a huge wave of excitement among Erçel's fans around the world.
The Rise of a Model-Background Star Around the World
After starting out as a model, the 32-year-old actor became very famous, especially with the TV show "Sen Çal Kapımı" (You Knock on My Door). From South Asia to Latin America and from Europe to the Middle East, the show hit many places. Erçel has millions of fans on Instagram, and she builds her digital power by working with fashion and lifestyle brands.
The Joy Awards 2026 saw more than just the rise of the Turkish star. Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan presented the awards. On social media, a fake screenshot spread that said Erçel called Khan "uncle" during the ceremony, but the actress quickly rejected these claims. Pop star Katy Perry from the United States took the stage and performed for about 30 minutes. It was said that she got $10 million for this show.
Marathon with Prizes and Family Fun from Istanbul to London
It looks like Hande Erçel will have a busy month in January. Before she went to Riyadh, on January 14, 2026, she won "Stylish Actress of the Year" at the Elle Style Awards there. Fashion experts praised the actress's bold decisions when she wore an Elie Saab dress with a gold tone to the event.
After the awards show, Erçel went to London to spend time with her niece, Mavi, and celebrate the birthday of her sister, Gamze Erçel. Reports in the gossip pages say that Erçel's trip to London wasn't just for a family get-together; she is also said to have met her new boyfriend, Onur Güvenatam, there. This time, which ended with Paris Hilton's praise, is seen as a strong sign of Turkish celebrities' presence on the world stage.
