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Legendary Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani, famed for his timeless red gowns and glamorous red-carpet creations worn by Hollywood stars and royalty, has passed away at 93 in Rome.
Renowned Greek actress Melpo Zarokosta, celebrated for her roles in golden-era films like “A Matter of Earnestness” and “My Wife Went Mad,” has passed away at the age of 92 in Athens on January 16, 2026. Culture Minister Lina Mendoni mourned her as a “discreet and modest” talent who shunned publicity.
Greek television network ANT1 has announced the death of veteran journalist and broadcaster Giorgos Papadakis,…
Veteran Greek journalist and iconic ANT1 morning show host Giorgos Papadakis passed away suddenly on January 4, 2026, at the age of 74 after suffering a severe heart attack in Kolonaki, Athens.
French cinema legend Brigitte Bardot, who rose to global fame in 1956 with …And God Created Woman and starred in around 50 films, has died at 91. She retired from acting in 1973 to dedicate her life to animal rights activism through her foundation.
Greek amateur football is in mourning after the death of 18-year-old AE Irakleiou goalkeeper Velissarios…
Former South Australian Labor senator Nick Bolkus, a pioneering Greek-Australian minister in the Hawke and Keating eras renowned for his humanitarian immigration policies including post-Tiananmen Square protections, passed away peacefully on Christmas Day 2025 at age 75, earning widespread tributes for his dedication to multiculturalism and Labor values.
Pioneering Greek winemaker and entrepreneur Nikos Lazaridis has passed away, his family and company announced..…
Manousos Manousakis, the director of some of Greece’s most beloved television dramas, has died at 74. His work, including hits like “Whispers of the Heart” and “Touch of the Soul,” captivated audiences for decades. He also directed several films, starting with the controversial “Bartholomew” in 1973.
Dionysis Savvopoulos, one of Greece’s most influential singer-songwriters and cultural icons, has passed away at the age of 81. Known for blending folk traditions with rock influences and for his politically charged lyrics, Savvopoulos helped define the sound and spirit of post-dictatorship Greece.
The gambling world mourns the loss of Archie Karas, the legendary gambler famed for his incredible winning streak and high-stakes poker play. Karas, known as “The Greek,” passed away at 73, leaving behind a legacy as captivating as it was tumultuous.
Iconic British actor Terence Stamp, best known for his role as General Zod in Superman and Superman II, has died at 87. With a career spanning over 60 years and 120 films, including Billy Budd and The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, Stamp leaves a lasting legacy in cinema.
Melbourne’s Greek community mourns the loss of Vassilis “Bill” Batzogiannis, the beloved owner of International Cakes on Lonsdale Street, who passed away at 76. For over 50 years, his pastry shop was a cultural hub for Greek Australians, known for its traditional sweets and warm hospitality. The shop closed in 2024, and Batzogiannis’ funeral is set for July 14, 2025.
Renowned clarinetist Petros-Loukas Chalkias, a legend of Epirus traditional music, has passed away, leaving an irreplaceable void. Born in 1934 in Delvinaki, Ioannina, his virtuosic clarinet playing revitalized Greek musical heritage, captivating audiences worldwide. Culture Minister Lina Mendoni called him a devoted guardian of Greece’s cultural identity.
Renowned Greek actress Katerina Yioulaki, beloved for her comedic brilliance, passed away at 87 in Athens. From her 1959 stage debut to iconic roles in films like The Grooms of Eftychia and the TV series Retire, Yioulaki’s vibrant performances captivated audiences. Honoured with the 1996 Greek Playwrights’ Society Award, her legacy endures in Greek entertainment.
George Hagivassilis, a beloved journalist and key figure at O Kosmos, passed away on June 8, 2025, at 90. Born in Alexandria, Egypt, in 1935, he dedicated 34 years to the Greek-Australian newspaper, championing the Greek Diaspora through his column “Worldly and Not” and editorship until its closure in 2023. His legacy of integrity and cultural advocacy endures.
Beloved Greek actor Nikos Galanos passed away at 79 after a courageous battle with a serious health issue. Known for his roles in The Land of the Olive Tree and iconic films like A Funny Girl, his loss has deeply saddened the artistic community.
Thomas Niles, US Ambassador to Greece from 1993-1997, died at 85 from cancer, his brother announced. During his tenure, Niles managed the 1996 Imia crisis, a Greek-Turkish dispute over Aegean islets that risked escalation. He later criticized the US’s neutral stance, despite knowing Greece’s stronger legal position, for worsening tensions.
Spyros Stavrinides was a unique and vibrant creator, a source of inspiration for every actor, and a teacher with a special love for the younger generation of performers,” noted the Theatrical Organization of Cyprus.
The Mitsotakis family mourns the loss of Achilleas Lioulias, a renowned thoracic surgeon and personal physician to former Prime Minister Konstantinos Mitsotakis, who passed away recently. Lioulias, a key figure in Greek medicine, served in prominent roles at Sismanogleio and Metropolitan Hospitals
Ted Pedas, a Greek-American film producer who helped bring Coen Brothers classics like “Blood Simple” and “Raising Arizona” to life, passed away at 93 on March 21, 2025. A Wharton MBA graduate and co-founder of Circle Films with his brother Jim, Pedas left a lasting legacy in both the film industry and the Greek-American community.
Panos Plastiras, a renowned Greek clarinet virtuoso, passed away at 60 from cancer, leaving the folk music world in mourning. Known for collaborations with Mikis Theodorakis, his legacy endures. In related news, beloved actress Rania Ioannidou, famous as Marika in To Kafé tis Haras, died at 89, remembered for her iconic TV and film roles.
Pavlos Hatzipaulidis, the founder of Pink Woman, passed away at the age of 61. The Intrafashion Group, led by Dimitris Matemtzi, announced his death and highlighted his significant contributions to the fashion industry in Greece, from founding Pink Woman in 2006 to expanding it to nearly 80 points by 2018. His legacy includes a strong network of physical stores and a notable presence in e-commerce.
Michelle Trachtenberg, the former child star known for her role in the 1996 film “Harriet…
Greek football legend Mimis Domazos, who captained Panathinaikos in the 1971 European Cup final, was…
Greece held a state funeral for former Prime Minister Costas Simitis, the architect of the nation’s entry into the eurozone, who died at 88. Simitis served from 1996-2004 and oversaw significant modernization efforts, including securing the 2004 Athens Olympics and facilitating Cyprus’s EU membership.
A fiery exchange has erupted between Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis and politician Aphrodite Latinopoulou over comments made about deceased former Prime Minister Costas Simitis. Latinopoulou’s criticism of Simitis’ handling of the Imia crisis, the stock market, and the Öcalan extradition sparked the controversy, with Georgiadis condemning her remarks as culturally insensitive and divisive. Latinopoulou defended her right to critique Simitis’ political legacy, setting the stage for a heated public debate.
Voice of Logic leader Afroditi Latinopoulou has condemned the four days of national mourning declared for former Prime Minister Kostas Simitis, citing his handling of the Imia crisis, the 1990s stock market crash, and the extradition of PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan to Turkey. She criticized New Democracy for honoring a figure they once labeled the “high priest of corruption.
Greece has declared four days of national mourning following the death of former Prime Minister Costas Simitis. Simitis, who led the country from 1996 to 2004, is remembered for guiding Greece into the Eurozone and modernizing its political and economic landscape. Current Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis praised Simitis as a “noble political opponent” and a “catalyst in public life.” A state funeral will be held to honor his legacy.
