Greek movie stars died in 2012
Here are 3 famous actors from Greece died in 2012:
Theo Angelopoulos
Theo Angelopoulos (April 27, 1935 Athens-January 24, 2012 Piraeus) also known as Theo, Theodoros "Theo" Angelopoulos, Thodoros Angelopoulos or Théo Angelopoulos was a Greek film director, screenwriter, film producer and actor. He had three children, Katerina Angelopoulou, Anna Angelopoulou and Eleni Angelopoulou.
Angelopoulos studied law at the University of Athens, but eventually dropped out to pursue a career in film. He began his career as a film critic, and later went on to direct his own films. His films were known for their long takes, slow pacing, and political themes. Angelopoulos won numerous awards throughout his career, including the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival for his film "Eternity and a Day." He was considered one of the most important and influential Greek filmmakers of all time. tragically, Angelopoulos was killed in a motorcycle accident in 2012 while working on his final film, "The Other Sea."
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Athinodoros Prousalis
Athinodoros Prousalis (December 15, 1926 Istanbul-June 5, 2012 Athens) also known as Athinodoros Brousalis or Athinodoros Proussalis was a Greek actor.
He was born to Greek parents in Istanbul, Turkey, where he spent his childhood. Prousalis started his acting career in 1954, and he appeared in various films and TV shows throughout his journey as an actor. He starred in several acclaimed films, including "The Red Lanterns" (1963), "The Descent of the Nine" (1966), and "Aliki Does Not Love Any More" (1972).
Prousalis was known for his versatility and his ability to portray a wide range of characters on screen. He was particularly talented in comedy, and he often played humorous roles with great success. In addition to his acting career, he was also a respected theatre director, and he directed several plays in Greece.
Despite his fame, Prousalis maintained a low profile throughout his life and was known for being a very private person. He passed away in Athens at the age of 85, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most talented and respected actors in Greek cinema.
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Kostas Karras
Kostas Karras (June 21, 1936 Athens-May 6, 2012 Athens) a.k.a. Costas Carras was a Greek actor and politician. He had one child, Vasilis Karras.
Kostas Karras had a notable career in the Greek theater industry and appeared in numerous films and television series. He was also involved in politics, serving as a Member of Parliament in Greece as part of the New Democracy party. Karras was a prominent figure in the Greek entertainment industry for many years, and was known for his versatility as an actor. He passed away in Athens in 2012 at the age of 75.
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