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10 Facts About Sotiris Moustakas

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Sotiris Moustakas was a Greek Cypriot actor born in Kato Platres, Limassol.

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Sotiris Moustakas became internationally famous with his role "Mimithos" in 1964 Oscar-winning film Zorba the Greek.

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Sotiris Moustakas gave his voice in the Greek dub of 2007 Disney film Meet the Robinsons, as his last role.

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Sotiris Moustakas was born in Kato Platres of Limassol District, in British Cyprus.

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One of the most significant comic actors of Greece and Cyprus, Sotiris Moustakas graduated from the National Theater of Greece and was known for his portrayal of offbeat, neurotic yet likable characters.

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Sotiris Moustakas appeared primarily in modern films and plays, although he performed several roles in classical works.

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Sotiris Moustakas felt unwell during rehearsals for an upcoming Aristophanes play, and was transferred to the General State Hospital of Athens.

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Sotiris Moustakas was taken to the intensive care unit, where he died in the early morning hours of 4 June 2007.

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Sotiris Moustakas had been suffering from cancer for some years.

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Sotiris Moustakas was married to the Greek actress Maria Bonellou, with whom he has a daughter, Alexia.