Sadness scattered the news of his death Dimitris Constantarawho passed away at the age of 79 on Sunday, August 24th. The well -known journalist, writer and politician, was the son of the late actor Lambrou Constantara and the father of the journalist Lambrou Constantara.

In recent years it has been facing serious health problems, and so far the exact cause of death has not been known. Left behind his wife Vicky Vourlakihis two children, Paulina and Lambroas well as his grandson Wreath.

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Who was Dimitris Constantaras

Dimitris Constantaras was born on October 9, 1946 in Athens. He studied English and Greek Philology at the University of Athens School of Philosophy, and had graduated from Wilson High School in Pennsylvania, USA. His professional career began in journalism, where he worked as an author, columnist and editor -in -chief in leading newspapers, remaining an active columnist until the end of his life.

At the same time, he was actively involved in politics. In 2002 he was elected Prefecture of Attica, and in 2004 a member with the New Democracy. Later, he served as a municipal councilor in the Municipality of Athens, and participated in the OPANDA Cultural Organization. In 2015 he returned to the ND, re -nominating parliament.

His contribution to the field of letters was also important, as he was a writer and director in the series “World Classical Literature” by Smyrniotakis, editing 24 books. He was a member of ESIEA, PSAT, AIPS and the Hellenic Society of Theatrical Writers.