Adelina Varthakouri has publicly supported television presenter Maria Antona after broadcaster Zina Koutselini criticized the lineup of Mega Channel's morning programme.
Varthakouri published a detailed message of support on Instagram on Monday, October 26, praising her longtime friend for her professional integrity and urging her not to let critical commentary disrupt her career.
The controversy began when Koutselini commented on the morning show on Mega, describing the broadcast as a miniskirt, two men and the news. The remark drew swift attention across Greek daytime media.
Praise for career and character
Writing directly to Antona, Varthakouri called her the friend of her heart and the brightest soul. She highlighted Antona's devotion to those around her, describing her as someone who would drop everything to support loved ones at any hour, regardless of her own personal commitments.
Varthakouri placed special emphasis on Antona's professional trajectory, pointing out that she had started her career on her own in Thessaloniki. Through constant labor and her own struggle, Varthakouri said, Antona had worked tirelessly to earn her place on national television.
Advice to ignore outside critics
Varthakouri also commended the manner in which Antona conducts herself in the public eye, describing her as a woman who works without pause and carries herself like a lady without troubling anyone. She stated that those who know and love Antona are immensely proud of her achievements and delighted by every step forward she takes.
In her closing message, Varthakouri gave her friend a direct piece of advice, telling her not to let anything cause her grief. She urged Antona to continue on her path with the same dignity she has shown for years, assuring her that she would always stand by her side.
Background on the presenters
Both presenters are familiar personalities to Greek television audiences. Varthakouri has hosted numerous lifestyle and entertainment broadcasts, while Antona has established herself across radio and television panel formats. Mega Channel, which broadcasts from Athens, remains one of the largest commercial networks in Greece, where morning programming remains a fiercely competitive battleground among rival television hosts.
