A large crowd, including celebrities, gathered at the Athens Metropolis to pay their last respects to the late Greek singer Marinella, with an unexpected moment of tension occurring when Eleni Louka was removed.
A previously unknown but amusing story about the close friendship between Marinella and Aliki Vougiouklaki has resurfaced, revealing their humor and unique bond.
Haris Alexiou and Giorgos Dalaras moved attendees with their eulogies at Marinella's funeral, with Dalaras honoring the woman who was more than a collaborator to him.
Composer Stavros Xarchakos and singer Haris Alexiou have both publicly expressed their farewells to Marinella, with Xarchakos sharing a personal message and photo, and Alexiou lamenting that the 'Captain' will not sing again.
The body of Marinella is laid in popular veneration at the Metropolis chapel, with crowds paying their last respects, including an emotional message on a wreath from Nana Mouskouri.
The article focuses on Timos Daskalopoulos, the son-in-law of Greek singer Marinella and husband of her only daughter, Tzortina Serpieris, during a significant family moment.
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The funeral of Marinella is taking place today, with her body at the Metropolitan Chapel where family and mourners are gathering to pay their last respects.
A retrospective looks back at Marinella's impactful performance at the Eurovision Song Contest on April 6, 1974, marking Greece's first appearance on the stage.
Giorgos Zambetas revealed in a 1990 interview the story behind the hit song 'Stalia-Stalia,' which Aliki Vougiouklaki refused to perform, leading to Marinella's iconic rendition.
Marinella, the first singer to represent Greece in the Eurovision Song Contest, is highlighted in a retrospective piece. The article also discusses a scandal that significantly altered the dynamics of the music competition.
Betty Maggira speaks exclusively about her collaboration and acquaintance with Marinella, praising the 'great lady of song' for paving the way for many women, following news that Marinella left her home yesterday, March 28.
Antonis Remos gave a moving farewell to Marinella from the NOX stage, following her recent passing after a 1.5-year battle with the effects of a stroke she suffered in September 2024.
Όλο το καλλιτεχνικό στερέωμα αποχαιρετά απόψε το βράδυ τη Μαρινέλλα, τη σπουδαία τραγουδίστρια που έφυγε από τη ζωή το απόγευμα του Σαββάτου 28 Μαρτίου.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis attended the funeral service of esteemed singer Marinella at the Athens Metropolitan Cathedral. Marinella's sister, Loula Grigoriadi, arrived supported by others, while her son-in-law Timos Daskalopoulos was also present during the significant family moment.
Marinella's personal photographer, Alinda Mavrogeni, shared unknown stories from the singer's life, including insights into her relationship with Tolis Voskopoulos, during a television appearance.
Greek singer Konstantina spoke to iefimerida about the legendary Marinella, praising her as supportive, radiant, and having left an immense legacy, especially for helping her in her early career.
Natasa Theodoridou was overcome with emotion and cried during the funeral service for Marinella at the Athens Metropolitan Church. Many artists gathered to honor the memory of the great singer.
An audio excerpt from a December 2016 interview with Marinella has resurfaced, where the singer discussed her fears of illness, how she quit smoking, and her relationship with her grandchildren.
Σε κλίμα οδύνης, πλήθος κόσμου συρρέει στον Ιερό Ναό του Αγίου Ελευθερίου, στη Μητρόπολη Αθηνών, προκειμένου να απευθύνει το ύστατο χαίρε στη μεγάλη λαϊκή τραγουδίστρια, Μαρινέλλα, που έφυγε από τη…
Katerina Zambeta, daughter of Giorgos Zambetas, has revealed an unknown aspect of Greek discography and the behind-the-scenes story of Marinella's iconic song 'Stalia Stalia'.
A historical account details the private and casual wedding of Greek singers Marinella and Tolis Voskopoulos in Pagrati, Athens, on November 10, 1973, just days before the Polytechnic uprising.
Ο θάνατος της Μαρινέλλας έχει προκαλέσει μεγάλη θλίψη στο πανελλήνιο και δυσαναπλήρωτο κενό στην οικογένειά της, την κόρη της και την αδερφή της.
Από το Σάββατο 28 Μαρτίου, όταν η σπουδαία…
The funeral for the great Greek performer Marinella, whose passing has saddened the nation and marked the end of an era for Greek music, will take place tomorrow, with her body laid in state for public veneration.
The funeral of Marinella will take place on Tuesday in a private family ceremony at the Athens Cathedral, where her body will also be displayed for public veneration.
Greek singer Marinella's life and career are explored, detailing her marriages to Kazantzidis and Voskopoulos, her relationship with Freddy Serpieris, and other unknown stories, including her refusal to sing at Onassis's wedding.
A look back at the early career of Greek singer Marinella, originally Kyriaki Papadopoulou, detailing how she entered the Military Theater in Thessaloniki in 1956 and received the stage name that made history.
Έφυγε από τη ζωή σε ηλικία 87 ετών η σπουδαία ερμηνεύτρια Μαρινέλλα, ύστερα από πολύμηνη μάχη με τις σοβαρές επιπλοκές εγκεφαλικού επεισοδίου που είχε υποστεί στη σκηνή του Ηρώδειο τον Σεπτέμβριο του…
Choreographer Dimitris Papazoglou made pointed statements about public comments regarding Marinella's health, speaking to the camera of the show Super Katerina on Alpha.
Greek actor Antinoos Almpanis shared details of a past emotional encounter with legendary singer Marinella during an appearance on the show "Buongiorno."
Eleni Louka caused a minor disturbance outside the Metropolis where Marinella's funeral service was being held, shouting controversial statements about the deceased singer.
Angelos Papadimitriou disclosed the lesser-known philanthropic side of renowned singer Marinella, recounting how they would secretly deliver food to monasteries at night.
Takis Zacharatos was among the first to pay respects at the chapel for Marinella, becoming visibly emotional and bowing before the great singer's coffin.
Journalist Mary Avgerinopoulou, a close associate of Marinella, shared poignant details about the moments preceding the public pilgrimage, including Marinella's last image wearing a red scarf and why her sister has not yet appeared at the Metropolis.
A video clip has been released showing Greek singer Marinella during her final preparations and rehearsal for her upcoming concert at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus in September 2024.
Η σπουδαία ερμηνεύτρια Μαρινέλλα έφυγε από τη ζωή σε ηλικία 87 ετών το περασμένο Σάββατο και η απώλειά της έχει φέρει στο προσκήνιο μοναδικές στιγμές από την πολύχρονη καριέρα της.
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Nikos Mastorakis shared a historical document featuring Marinella's appearance on the first Greek television entertainment show, titled "Diastavros," from an era before music videos.
Renowned Greek singer Marinella has passed away at the age of 87, prompting condolences from political figures like Sokratis Famellos and Konstantinos Tasoulas, as well as the Aris sports club.
Ivi Adamou posted a moving video showing legendary singer Marinella cradling and lulling Adamou's daughter, marking an emotional farewell to Marinella after her stroke.
Twenty-two migrants died after six days adrift in a rubber boat off the coast of Greece, with survivors reporting that smugglers ordered victims thrown overboard. Greek coastguards rescued 26 people, including a woman and a minor, who had hoped to reach Europe.
Το δικό του «αντίο» στη Μαρινέλλα, η οποία πέθανε σε ηλικία 87 ετών βυθίζοντας στο πένθος τον καλλιτεχνικό κόσμο και όχι μόνο, είπε μέσω των social media ο Νίκος Γκάλης.
The memories from the shocking evening of September 2024, when Marinella collapsed on the stage of the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, remain vivid for those who were there.