Konstantinos Stephanopoulos 1926 – 2016

Biography

Konstantinos Stephanopoulos was born on August 15, 1926, in Patras, Greece, during a transformative period in his nation’s history. He would go on to become one of Greece’s most prominent political figures, eventually serving as President of the Hellenic Republic. Throughout his life, Stephanopoulos dedicated himself to public service and the advancement of his country during decades marked by significant political and social change.

His career in politics spanned many years, during which he worked to shape Greece’s democratic institutions and represent his people’s interests at the highest levels of government. As president, Stephanopoulos carried the responsibility of serving as head of state during a crucial era in Greek history, bringing his experience and commitment to the office.

Stephanopoulos remained active in public life until his later years. He passed away on November 20, 2016, in Athens at the age of ninety, succumbing to pneumonia. His long life and distinguished career left a lasting mark on Greek political life, and he is remembered as a significant figure in his nation’s modern history.