Aristotle Onassis

Manolis Chiotis: The Greek Music Legend Who Revolutionized the Bouzouki

Manolis Chiotis is considered to be one of the greatest bouzouki players of all time. The musician, composer, and singer revolutionized Greek music with his four-course bouzouki and made music from Greece popular across the world, even in the...

How Christina Onassis Took Over Aristotle Onassis’ Shipping Empire at 24

For decades, Christina Onassis has been remembered mainly as the troubled heiress who inherited one of the greatest fortunes of the 20th century. Her marriages, personal struggles and tragic death at 37 have often overshadowed another important part of...

Why Aristotle Onassis Never Believed His Son Died by Accident

When Alexander Onassis died following a devastating plane crash in Athens on January 23, 1973, Aristotle Onassis refused to accept that it had been a tragic accident. The Greek shipping magnate, one of the wealthiest and most influential businessmen...

Aristotle Onassis’ Historic Yacht Christina O Heads to Italy for Restoration

The legendary yacht Christina O has departed Greece for Cagliari, Italy, where restoration and upgrade work will continue on one of the world’s most famous luxury vessels. Strongly associated with Greek shipping tycoon Aristotle Onassis, the yacht remains one of...

Athina Onassis Makes Rare Public Appearance in Barcelona

  Athina Onassis, the only surviving heir of Greek shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis, has made a rare public appearance, drawing attention during a high-profile fashion event in Barcelona. Known for keeping a low profile in recent years, her presence quickly...

How Onassis Helped Rebuild Germany—One Tanker at a Time

Aristotle Onassis, the famous Greek shipping tycoon, played a significant role in helping post-WWII Germany's economy through his shipbuilding activities. After WWII, Germany’s shipbuilding industry—especially in places like Hamburg and Kiel—was heavily damaged but began rebuilding quickly with the help...

How a Greek Cypriot Saved Onassis’ Legendary Olympic Aircraft

"I feel like I bought the Acropolis," Andreas Christodoulides said after purchasing the legendary Aristotle Onassis aircraft of Olympic Airways before they were destined for the scrap heap. With a voice full of emotion, the Greek Cypriot businessman spoke on...