Christos Politis, the 'Yagos Drakos' who marked Greek television, has passed away

Actor Christos Politis, best known as 'Yagos Drakos' from the TV series Lampsi, passed away on Thursday, January 8th, at the age of 83. The news of his death has saddened the artistic community, as Politis left an indelible mark on Greek television, theatre, and cinema. His career began at the National Theatre and with the Fertis-Kalogeropoulou troupe, and he collaborated with significant theatre companies and directors. Politis was a founding member of the Simple Theatre, a theatre that aimed to decentralize performances and reach a wider audience. At the Simple Theatre, he highlighted important works and collaborated with established writers. After the dissolution of the Simple Theatre, he continued to work in theatre, participating in performances of the National Theatre and other troupes. He made his film debut in 1968 and won the Best Supporting Actor award at the Thessaloniki Film Festival in 1969 for 'The 17-Year-Old Girl'. He reappeared in cinema in 2022 with the film 'Broadway'. However, his greatest recognition came with the role of Yagos Drakos in 'Lampsi', where he became particularly beloved by the public. The loss of Christos Politis marks the end of an era for the Greek star system, as he was one of the most recognizable and talented actors of his generation. His contribution to the art will remain unforgettable.