Greek movie stars died at 73
Here are 1 famous actresses from Greece died at 73:
Melina Mercouri
Melina Mercouri (October 18, 1920 Athens-March 6, 1994 New York City) also known as Μελίνα Μερκούρη, Maria Amalia Mercouri, Mercouri, Melina, Melina Mercury, The last Greek Goddess or Merkouri, Melina was a Greek politician, actor and singer.
She died caused by lung cancer.
Melina Mercouri was born in Athens to a politically active family. Her mother was a former Member of Parliament and her father served as Athens' mayor. She began her acting career in Greece in the 1950s and quickly gained international recognition for her talent, winning several awards at film festivals around the world.
In addition to her acting career, Mercouri was also an accomplished singer and released several albums throughout her lifetime. Her most famous song was "Ta Pedia Tou Pirea" ("Never on Sunday"), which was also the title track of the film that earned her critical acclaim.
In the 1960s, Mercouri became involved in politics and was a strong advocate for the return of the Elgin Marbles, ancient Greek sculptures that were taken from Athens by the British in the early 19th century. She served as Greece's Minister of Culture and Sports from 1981 to 1989.
Mercouri's legacy continues to be celebrated in Greece and around the world. The Melina Mercouri Foundation was established in her honor to promote cultural exchange and artistic development.
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