Phaedros Stassinos was an American actor best known for his roles in Thunderball, The Saint, and Tiger Bay. He was originally from Cyprus and had a significant acting career, particularly in the UK.
Personal and Family Life
Paul Stassino was born in Limassol, Cyprus, in 1930. He moved to the UK at the age of 17 to study at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. Throughout his life, he was married twice and had three children, two of whom live in the UK and one in Greece. After spending time in the UK, he returned to Cyprus in the 1980s to continue his work in theatre and television.
Death and Legacy
Paul Stassino passed away on June 28, 2012, in Limassol, Cyprus. He left a lasting impact on both stage and screen, with notable performances in various films and television shows. His contributions to the arts in Cyprus and the UK are remembered fondly by both fans and colleagues.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Thunderball | 1965-12-11 | Palazzi |
| Where the Spies Are | 1966-01-26 | Simmias |
| Tiger Bay | 1959-03-01 | Paloma First Officer |
| The Saint | 1962-10-04 | Col. Rakosi |
| That Riviera Touch | 1966-03-29 | Le Pirate |
| The Long Ships | 1964-04-22 | Raschild |
| Die Screaming Marianne | 1971-08-13 | Portuguese Police Detective |
| Ice Cold in Alex | 1958-06-24 | Barman |
| Exodus | 1960-12-15 | Driver-Guide on Cyprus |
| Interpol | 1957-04-02 | Customs Inspector |
| The Magus | 1968-12-10 | Meli |