Fans left flowers and farewell messages outside the house where Greek actress Maro Kontou filmed her beloved role in "I ...

Written on 07/19/2026

Fans left flowers and farewell messages outside the house where Greek actress Maro Kontou filmed her beloved role in "I de gyni na fovitai ton andra," just days after her death following a two-year battle with cancer. Notes were placed directly on the door of the property, with messages reading "Godspeed Mrs. Kokovikою" and "Godspeed our dear Elenitsa," referencing two of her most recognized characters. Others left bouquets at the entrance in a quiet public tribute. The death of Kontou was confirmed in recent days. Nikitas Kaklamanis, the speaker of the Greek Parliament, revealed that she had been fighting cancer privately for the past two years. Her passing prompted an outpouring of grief from fans across Greece. A funeral took place yesterday, attended by family members, close friends, and colleagues from her decades-long career in Greek film and television. Kontou was widely regarded as one of the most distinctive actresses of her generation. #MaroKontou #Greece #GreekCinema