Tag: Hollywood Greeks

On This Day March 28, 1893: Remembering One of the “Greatest Greek Americans”

March 28th marks the anniversary of the birth of someone I have come to call “one of the greatest Greek

March 28, 2026

When Spyros Met Nikita: A Story of A Greek Immigrant Who Orchestrated the Biggest Coup in US Diplomatic History

It was the most talked about state visit of a foreign premier in history. The cold war was in full

September 20, 2025

On This Day September 19, 1959: Nikita Khrushchev Meets His Match in Hollywood

Soviet dictator Nikita Khrushchev arrived in Los Angeles on September 19, 1959 for a two-week visit to the United States

September 19, 2025

Meet the Man Who Gave Marilyn Monroe Her First Break

Published memoirs from the personal archives of Spyros Skouras reveal fascinating details about this Greek immigrant’s impact on Hollywood and

June 27, 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

On This Day: April 11, 1988 Olympia Dukakis’ Oscar Acceptance Speech Goes Globally Viral

It may not sound like a big deal today, as Hollywood award shows have become hyper-infused with politics and activism

April 10, 2025

Watch: Blood of Zeus Anime Creators Share Vision Behind Their Olympian Gods

Vlas and Charley Parlapanides, the two brothers who created the smash hit Netflix anime series “Blood of Zeus,” shared their

November 9, 2020

Top 10 Greek-Inspired Oscar Moments

Greeks and Greek-inspired films have been a part of the Academy Awards since the beginning of show business. Vaudeville impresario

February 21, 2019

On This Day October 4, 1929: The “Trial of the Century” Gripped America

It’s the stuff Hollywood films are made of and scenes that only Hollywood could create. But this story wasn’t a

July 8, 2016

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