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US Actress Raquel Welch Dies at 82
US actress Raquel Welch, often credited with paving the way for modern-day action heroines in Hollywood films, has died at the age of 82.
The star passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning after a brief illness, her manager said.
Welch became...
Celebrities
Beloved Greek Actress Erika Broyer Dies at 77
Beloved Greek actress, singer and dancer Erika Broyer died on Sunday at the age of 77.
She had been hospitalized for the last few weeks in an intensive care unit of a hospital in Athens, with serious health issues.
Broyer was...
Greece
Titika Nikiforaki, Greece's Oldest Actress Dies at 105
Greece's oldest actress died on Saturday, October 19.
Her name was Titika Nikiforaki and she was born in Heraklion, Crete in 1914.
She first appeared as an actress at the Greek National Theater in 1935, at the age of 21.
She played...
Hollywood
Betty White Celebrates Her 97th Birthday in LA
TV legend Betty White was seen out and about in Los Angeles on the arm of a gentleman in a suit, just one day before her 97th birthday.
The actress and comedienne, who has been working on television pretty much...
Hollywood
Elena Kampouris: Interview with the Newest Portokalos Family Member
“My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2” recently opened in theaters, and though audiences recognized most cast members from the original family, you probably noticed one bright young newcomer playing Paris, Ian and Toula’s daughter. Elena Kampouris, the actress who...
Hollywood
Alexandria Sounis Hangs with ‘Jersey Boys’ on the Big Screen
Actress Alexandria Sounis is appearing in the upcoming Clint Eastwood-directed drama, "Jersey Boys."
Mostly credited as Alexandria Skaltsounis, the half Greek (from Sparta)-half Swedish actress plays the role of Fairgoer in the musical biopic, which hits U.S. theaters on June 20. Starring Christopher Walken,...
Hollywood
Denise Vasi Returns to ‘Single Ladies’ January 6
Denise Vasi returns to her role as stylish boutique owner Raquel on the third season of VH1's "Single Ladies" when it premieres Monday, January 6.
The romantic comedy television series centers on three best friends -- Keisha, Raquel and April --...
Hollywood
Tina Fey Gets Screen Actors Guild Nomination for her TV Role
The Screen Actors Guild (SAG) released their list of nominations in five film and eight television categories for the upcoming 20th annual awards, and Greek-American Tina Fey received a nod for her role as Liz Lemon on the TV...
Hollywood
Hannah Simone Joins ‘Flock of Dudes’ Cast
"New Girl" star Hannah Simone has joined the cast of the upcoming comedy "Flock of Dudes."
The actress, who has Greek-Cypriot roots on her maternal side, joins Jeff Ross, Marc Maron, Skylar Astin, Jamie Chung, and Ray Liotta in the film about...
Hollywood
Actress Marie Avgeropoulos Begins Filming on ‘Tracers’
Greek-Canadian actress Marie Avgeropoulos has begun filming "Tracers" with "Twilight"'s Taylor Lautner.
On-location in New York City, the actors were seen together on and off the set while "Tracers" is shooting in the area. Avgeropoulos plays Nikki in the action...