Greek movie stars died in 1993
Here are 3 famous actors from Greece died in 1993:
Dimitris Nikolaidis
Dimitris Nikolaidis (November 27, 2014 Athens-January 1, 1993 Athens) was a Greek television director and actor.
He was born in Athens in 1932 and started his career as a stage actor before transitioning to television. He worked as a television director for several popular Greek shows, including "To Deka" and "Astynomia stin Kouzina."
Nikolaidis was also a prolific actor, appearing in over 40 films and television shows throughout his career. He was known for his work in Greek comedies, and he won the Best Actor Award at the Thessaloniki Film Festival in 1985 for his performance in "Soul Kicking."
Nikolaidis was highly regarded in the Greek entertainment industry and was known for his innovative and experimental approach to television directing. He passed away on January 1, 1993, at the age of 61, leaving behind a legacy that continues to be celebrated by fans and colleagues alike.
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Kostas Karagiannis
Kostas Karagiannis (November 27, 2014 Athens-February 17, 1993 Athens) otherwise known as Dacosta Carayan, Costas Carayannis or Costa Carayiannis was a Greek film director, screenwriter, actor, film producer and television director.
He studied law before making a career change into the film industry, starting as an assistant director and script supervisor. Karagiannis directed a total of 32 films throughout his career, mainly in the genres of comedy and horror. He was known for his work on the horror film "Island of Death" which caused controversy due to its graphic violence and sexual content. Karagiannis was also a prolific television director, directing several popular Greek TV shows in the 1970s and 1980s. He was awarded the "Golden Phoenix" award for lifetime achievement by the Greek Film Critics Association in 1992, just a year before his passing.
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Timos Perlegas
Timos Perlegas (October 22, 1938 Patras-April 19, 1993 Marousi) a.k.a. Kimon Perlegas or Timoleon Perlegas was a Greek actor. His child is called Giannos Perlegas.
Timos Perlegas started his career in the early 1960s by participating in theater productions in Athens. He gained popularity in the 1970s, starring in various successful Greek films including "An exontos exontos" and "Ta kormia kai ta mavra". He was also known for his work on television, appearing in popular series like "Oi nihterides tis Mikras Asias" and "Kai oi pantremenoi ehoun psyhi".
Perlegas was a versatile actor, known for his ability to portray both comedic and dramatic roles with ease. He was a beloved figure in the Greek entertainment industry and his sudden death at the age of 54 was a shock to his fans and colleagues.
Aside from his acting career, Perlegas was also involved in politics and was a member of the Athens City Council. His legacy as a talented actor continues to live on through his memorable performances in film and television.
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