Greek musicians died because of Lung cancer
Here are 1 famous musicians from Greece died in Lung cancer:
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.
Her albums include Je suis grecque, L'oeillet rouge, Master serie, Melina Melinaki, Greatest Greek Singers: Melina Mercouri, Melina Mercouri, Si Melina m'était contée, Melina Mercouri sings Manos Hadjidakis, and .
Melina Mercouri first gained international fame as an actress, appearing in films such as "Never on Sunday" and "Phaedra". She received critical acclaim for her performances and was awarded the Best Actress award at the 1960 Cannes Film Festival. In addition to acting, Mercouri was also known for her powerful singing voice and became an advocate for Greek music and culture. She served as the Minister of Culture in Greece from 1981 to 1989 and worked to promote the arts and preserve Greek heritage. Mercouri was a vocal supporter of democracy and human rights, and spoke out against the military junta that ruled Greece from 1967 to 1974. She was also a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador and worked to promote cultural exchange and education worldwide. Mercouri passed away in 1994, but her legacy as a beloved Greek icon and cultural ambassador lives on.
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