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Giorgos Papadakis: A Tearful Start to 'Good Morning Greece' (video)

Published January 5, 2026, 08:10
Giorgos Papadakis: A Tearful Start to 'Good Morning Greece' (video)

Journalist Giorgos Papadakis passed away unexpectedly at the age of 75, plunging all of Greece into mourning. The news was announced on Sunday and sparked a wave of condolences. The 'Good Morning Greece' show, which he served for years, bid him farewell with tears, with presenters Panagiotis Stathis and Anna Livathinou emphasizing his contribution to Greek journalism and the establishment of the morning news slot. The show's editor-in-chief, Anny Zioga, was particularly moved, speaking of a demanding but fair man who trusted her and was a part of her life for 34 years. Papadakis leaves behind a huge legacy, having defined Greek television and journalism.