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The Greek Connection of “Pan Am”

Former A.M.P.A.S. president Sid Ganis is an executive producer of the show along with his wife Nancy Ganis, a former flight attendant with “Pan Am”.

John Varvatos Joins “Fashion Star” Cast

John Varvatos Joins “Fashion Star” Cast

NBC is set to welcome fashion designer John Varvatos to mentor contestants on its upcoming competition series Fashion Star. Varvatos – a native of suburban Detroit, whose family originally hails from the Greek island of Kefalonia – is known around the world as being one of the most influential people in the fashion industry. His resume [...]

“Saturday Night Live” Season Finale Skit with Greece & Strauss-Kahn in Jail

Saturday Night Live wrapped up its season by opting for familiar funny characters and sketches. The show started with a Strauss-Kahn sketch. The former IMF head was verbally attacked by other inmates who talked to him about the European economy and Greece.  Of course, since Strauss-Kahn is accused of attempted rape, the skit couldn’t end [...]

The Greek Frank Sinatra in “The Kennedys”

Greek-Canadian, Hollywood actor, Chris Diamantopoulos portrays Frank Sinatra in the highly anticipated and controversial television mini series “The Kennedys”. The Kennedys is a Toronto-shot, eight-hour mini-series starring Greg Kinnear as John F. Kennedy, Katie Holmes as Jackie Kennedy, Barry Pepper as Bobby Kennedy and Tom Wilkinson as Joe Kennedy Sr. The Kennedys premiered in the [...]

Y&R’s Melody Thomas Scott in an Exclusive Interview

Melody Thomas Scott talks to Greek Reporter’s Christina Aloupi about her career, and her experiences in Greece. The American actress is best known for playing Nikki Newman on the “The Young and the Restless“.

Terry Maratos Guest Stars on “House”

On Monday, April 11 watch Terry Maratos’ guest starring appearance on the hit series, “House.” This milestone 150th episode of “House” airs on Fox at 8:00PM (ET/PT). Another Greek-American, Greg Yaitanes, is a director and executive producer of the multiple Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG award-winning show. Born in Greece, Mr. Maratos grew up on [...]

Nia Vardalos signs for ‘Cougar Town’ role

Nia Vardalos has reportedly signed up for a guest role in Cougar Town. The My Big Fat Greek Wedding star, who is married to cast member Ian Gomez, has been linked to the comedy for some time. TV Line says that Vardalos has now signed up to play Andy’s sister-in-law. However, Vardalos’s character is also [...]

DWTS: Who is the Greek Partner of Bristol Palin?

Bristol Palin placed third in the DWTS finale but received a standing ovation from the crowd. “I have so many good memories in this competition,” Palin said. “It’s been a life-changing experience.” One of her best memories is Mark Ballas, the handsome Greek-American professional dancer who was her partner on the show. Mark Ballas has impressed [...]

Anthony Skordi Guest Stars in ABC’s “Detroit 187″

Anthony Skordi guest stars as Christof Petros on “Detroit 187″. It’s a new series on ABC whose premise is is kind of ‘The Office’ meets ‘NYPD Blue’ in Michigan . The 4th episode of the series – in which the Greek-British actor guest stars – will air on October 19th, at 10pm 9 eastern. In [...]

Michael Chiklis: An Unordinary Greek Stars in “No Ordinary Family”

“No Ordinary Family” is the new much anticipated ABC  series which stars Michael Chiklis. The 46 year old actor was born in Lowell, Massachusetts.  He is the son of Charlie Chiklis, a second generation Greek American who runs a hair and beauty salon. Chiklis is also a voice actor, an occasional director and television producer.  He won an [...]