Greek movie stars died in 2011
Here are 4 famous actors from Greece died in 2011:
Pavlos Tassios
Pavlos Tassios (April 1, 1942 Polygyros-October 2, 2011 Athens) otherwise known as Pavlos Tasios or Pavlos Tassos was a Greek film director, film producer, actor and screenwriter. He had one child, Myrto Gogou.
Tassios began his career in the film industry as an actor, appearing in films such as "To Noumero 10" and "O Drakos". He went on to work as a screenwriter, penning scripts for films such as "Οsoi Pethainoun Gia Mas" and "I Ftohogeitonia". In 1972, he made his directorial debut with the film "Stournara 288", which was based on a true story about an anarchist who was arrested and imprisoned for his beliefs.
Throughout his career, Tassios directed and produced numerous films, including "I Fotografia", "I Diki Mas I Nihterida", and "To Tsigaro". He was known for his socially conscious films that dealt with political and social issues facing Greece at the time.
In addition to his work in the film industry, Tassios was also a noted stage director, working with the National Theatre of Greece and the Athens and Epidaurus Festival.
Tassios passed away in 2011 at the age of 69, leaving behind a legacy as one of Greece's most respected filmmakers.
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Thanasis Veggos
Thanasis Veggos (May 29, 1926 Piraeus-May 3, 2011 Athens) also known as Thanasis Vengos, Thanassis Vengos, Thanassis Veggos, Thou-Vou or Athanasios Vengos was a Greek actor, film producer and film director. He had two children, Vasilis Vengos and Haris Vengos.
Thanasis Veggos was considered one of the most iconic and influential comedians in Greek cinema. He began his career as a stage actor in Piraeus and later moved to Athens to pursue a career in film. He made his debut in the film "The Little Mouse" in 1954 and went on to appear in over 120 films.
Some of his most famous roles include the character “Thou-Vou” in the films “Madalena” and “Thou-Vou falakros praktor” and the character “Moustakas” in the film “Tzeni Tzeni”. Veggos was often recognized for his unique comedic style, which combined wit and slapstick humor.
In addition to his acting career, Veggos also directed and produced several films, including “The Policeman of the 16th precinct” and “The Bus Driver”. He was known for his dedication to the industry and his ability to bring laughter and joy to his audiences.
Veggos received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, including the Greek State Prize for Best Actor in 1964 and the Golden Cross of the Order of Phoenix in 2002. He passed away in 2011 at the age of 84, leaving behind a legacy as one of Greece’s greatest comedians.
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Lykourgos Kallergis
Lykourgos Kallergis (March 7, 1914 Rethymno-August 27, 2011 Athens) also known as Lycourgos Callerghis was a Greek actor and politician. He had one child, Stavros Kallergis.
Kallergis began his acting career in Athens in the 1930s, and went on to become one of the most renowned actors of his time. He appeared in several notable Greek films, including "The Germans Strike Again" (1941) and "Theogony" (1966). Kallergis was also known for his work on stage, starring in numerous productions at the National Theatre of Greece.
In addition to his acting career, Kallergis also had a successful career in politics. He was elected to the Greek Parliament in 1956, and served as a Member of Parliament until 1961. In 1965, he served as the Minister of Culture and Sports in the Greek government. Kallergis was also heavily involved in philanthropic work, and was a member of several organizations dedicated to supporting the arts and culture in Greece.
Kallergis passed away in Athens in 2011 at the age of 97, leaving behind a legacy as one of Greece's most beloved actors and public figures.
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Nico Minardos
Nico Minardos (February 15, 1930 Pangrati-August 27, 2011 Woodland Hills) also known as Nick was a Greek actor. His children are called George Minardos and Nina Minardos.
Nico Minardos was born in Pangrati, Athens, Greece and immigrated to the United States in 1948. He initially pursued a career in civil engineering before he transitioned to acting. Nico made his film debut in the 1955 film "The Naked Street" and went on to appear in several other notable films such as "The Brothers Karamazov" and "The Longest Day". He also made numerous television appearances including in "The Wild Wild West" and "Hawaii Five-O". In addition to his acting career, Nico was also a successful businessman and owned several businesses, including a chain of restaurants and a construction company. He was married to actress Jeanne Carmen from 1960 until their divorce in 1963. He passed away in 2011 at the age of 81 in Woodland Hills, California.
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