Tag: Famous Greek Americans

Michael Symon’s Feta and Spinach Frittata

Cleveland’s Iron Chef Michael Symon leans on his Greek heritage for the lively flavors it brings to his Feta and

October 5, 2025

On This Day September 28, 2003: Remembering One of America’s Greatest Film Directors

Elia Kazan, Greek immigrant to the United States who became one of the most influential film directors of the 20th

September 28, 2025
Arianna Huffington

Happy Birthday Arianna Huffington!

Critically acclaimed author, syndicated columnist and renowned businesswoman Arianna Huffington celebrates her birthday today. Huffington is most well-known for launching her eponymous news

July 15, 2025
Tom Carvel

Remembering Tom Carvel: America’s Ice Cream King, Inventor of Soft Serve Ice Cream

Tom Carvel was the personification of the American dream. He built his namesake national chain of ice cream shops —

July 14, 2025

Did You Know: Boxer Briefs Are Greek American Invention

After beginning his design career at Polo Ralph Lauren in 1983, Detroit native John Varvatos went on to oversee menswear

May 11, 2025

Book Delves Into Heart, Soul of Hollywood Legend Elia Kazan

Elia Kazan remains one of the most polarizing figures in Hollywood history. Born Ilias Kazantzoglou to ethnic Greek parents in

April 28, 2025

Acclaimed Documentary Film on One of Greek America’s Most Successful Women Businesswomen Released

On Friday, May 24, 2024 I had the tremendous honor to moderate the post-screening Q&A with Valerie Kontakos, director of

May 25, 2024

Author Harry Mark Petrakis to Be Inducted Into Chicago Literary Hall of Fame

After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, on May 19, the Chicago Literary Hall of Fame (CLHOF) will welcome

May 11, 2022
Dan Georgakas

Scholar, Activist and Educator Dan Georgakas Passes Away at 83

Dan Georgakas, a scholar, activist, educator and advocate for Hellenism, has passed away at the age of 83, according to

December 2, 2021

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