Dionysis papagiannopoulos
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ON THIS DAY: Remembering Alekos Alexandrakis (2005)
On this day, we remember Alekos Alexandrakis (1928-2005), one of Greece’s most beloved actors, known for his remarkable talent and significant contributions to Greek theatre and cinema. Born in Athens, Alexandrakis became a prominent figure in Greek entertainment, celebrated for his charismatic performances and emotional depth on screen and stage.
Alexandrakis starred in many iconic films of Greek cinema, including “Stella” (1955) and “Oi Kyries tis Avlis” (1966), often portraying complex, heartfelt characters. His versatility allowed him to navigate effortlessly between drama and comedy, making him a household name in Greece. He also directed and acted in numerous theatrical productions, earning acclaim for his dedication to the arts.
His work left an indelible mark on Greek culture, and his legacy continues to inspire generations of actors and audiences. Today, we honour his life and enduring impact on Greek cinema and theatre.
With information from: Greek film archive
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Alekos Alexandrakis was born in 1928, in Athens, Greece. He studied at the Drama School of the Greek National Theater and made his stage debut in a 1949 Athens production of Daphne Du Maurier's "Autumn Tide". He soon became one of the best actors of his generation, appearing in Euripides' "Hippolytus" (title role), Ivan Turgenev's "A Month in the Country" (as Mikhail Alexandrovitz Rakitin), Sophocles' "Electra" (as Orestis), Neil Simon's "Plaza Suite" (as Jessie, Sam and Roy) and many other plays. He made his screen debut in 1949 and appeared in more than 60 films, proving himself equally adequate in comedy and drama. He also directed two interesting neorealist films in the early 1960's, Thriamvos (1962) and A Neighborhood Named 'The Dream' (1961).
BornNovember 27, 1928
DiedNovember 8, 2005(76)
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Alekos Alexandrakis
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