Giannis Fertis was an American actor best known for his roles in Greek theater and films during the mid-20th century. He was born as Ioannis Fertis on August 25, 1938, in Athens, Greece, and passed away on April 14, 2024, in Athens, Greece.
Personal and Family Life
Giannis Fertis began his acting journey after studying at the Drama School of “Theatro Technis,” where he learned under Carolos Koun. He made his stage debut in 1959 and quickly became renowned in the theater scene. He was married three times; his first marriage was to Xenia Kalogeropoulou from 1963 to 1972, followed by Mimi Denissi from 1981 until their divorce in 1988. His last marriage was to Marina Psalti in 2001, which lasted until his death.
Career Highlights
Fertis gained fame for his theatrical performances, including a notable role in Tennessee Williams’ “Sweet Bird of Youth” alongside Melina Mercouri. He acted in various significant plays and films, earning acclaim for his portrayal of complex characters. His best-known screen role was in the film “Zestos minas Avgoustos” (1966), where he played an innocent young hero. He also participated in numerous television series throughout his career.
Death and Legacy
Giannis Fertis passed away on April 14, 2024, in his hometown of Athens, leaving behind a legacy in Greek theater and cinema. His work influenced future generations of actors, and he is remembered as a crucial figure in the Greek arts scene. Fertis’ contribution to theater and film continues to be celebrated by audiences and critics alike.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Αυτοί Που Μίλησαν Με Τον Θάνατο | 1970-03-23 | Kostas Venetis |
| Σκλάβοι Στα Δεσμά Τους | 2009-03-05 | Κόντες Αλέξανδρος Οφιομάχος |
| Ηλέκτρα | 1962-05-25 | Orestis |
| Ο ζεστός μήνας Αύγουστος | 1966-02-09 | Iason Filippou |
| Το μπλόκο | 1965-01-09 | |
| Αντάρτες Των Πόλεων | 1972-08-01 | Fotis Kalatzis |
| Η ώρα της δικαιοσύνης | 1967-09-14 | |
| Εγκατάλειψη | 1965-06-25 | Alexis |
| Στη σκιά μιας άλλης | 1964-06-28 | Stefanos |
| Αγάπη Για Πάντα | 1970-03-16 | Dimitris |
| Με Τη Λάμψη Στα Μάτια | 1966-06-14 | |
| Ποια Είναι Η Μαργαρίτα | 1961-01-01 | Petros |
| Υποβρύχιον Παπανικολής | 1971-09-24 | Vasilis Aslanoglou |
| Όνειρα γλυκά | 2002-11-13 | Antonis |
| Ο μεγάλος διχασμός | 1968-01-01 | |
| Αγάπη και θύελλα | 1961-01-01 | Dimitris |
| Καρδιά που λύγισε από τον πόνο | 1968-01-01 | |
| Υπόγεια διαδρομή | 1983-10-06 | Kostas Kavvadias |
| Μια Ζωή | 2019-03-07 | |
| Αδιόρθωτη Έλσα | 1991-12-31 | Manos |
| Το Νυφοπάζαρο | 1969-01-01 | |
| Ανήφορος | 1964-01-01 | Alexis Geranis |
| Αδυναμίες | 1969-01-01 | |
| Πονηρός πράκτωρ Καραγκιόζης | 1966-01-01 | Nionios |
| Το ευτυχισμένο πρόσωπο της Λεωνόρας | 1982-10-05 | |
| Ένα κορίτσι αλλιώτικο από τα άλλα | 1968-01-01 | |
| Από τα Ιεροσόλυμα με αγάπη | 1967-01-01 | |
| Βεντέττα: Ο Γδικιωμός | 1999-01-01 | |
| Βίος ανθόσπαρτος | 1998-10-05 | Ανέστης |
| Ο Συμβολαιογράφος | 1979-10-05 | Παύλος Ροδίνης |
| Ο επισκέπτης της ομίχλης | 1991-09-20 | |
| Η Δασκάλα με τα Χρυσά Μάτια | 1979-04-03 | |
| Βαμμένος ήλιος | 1996-10-02 | |
| Προδοσία | 1997-02-20 | Κώστας Μαντάς |