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Director of MAD, Giorgos Markou, Passes Away at 58

Published February 9, 2026, 12:18
Director of MAD, Giorgos Markou, Passes Away at 58

Giorgos Markou, director of the music channel MAD, passed away today at the age of 58 after a long battle with a serious illness. The news was announced by lyricist Ilias Filippou, who had a long friendship and collaboration with him. Markou had worked at MAD for over 15 years, also serving as its director. He was known for his support of young people and creating opportunities for their development. The MAD family expressed its deep sorrow over the loss of their "colleague and human being". Before MAD, Markou had a successful career in marketing, having served as commercial director in large companies. He faced his serious illness with courage and dignity, according to those who knew him. The loss of Giorgos Markou has caused emotion in the media and advertising industry, and condolences are expressed to his family.