Greek singer Katerina Stikoudi has shared a personal tribute to her father Nikos Stikoudis following his death on Monday, October 5. The performer announced her grief in an Instagram post after her father passed away following a period of health issues.
Stikoudi chose to accompany her message with a photograph of her father from when he was a baby. Alongside the image, she shared a family memory connecting the story of her parents to her own life and her young son, Nikolas.
In her tribute on the social media platform, Stikoudi described her father as a handsome and good baby who grew up, met her mother, and eventually brought her into the world. She offered him a final farewell message, adding that her son Nikolas is now the only person she has left who resembles him, particularly in his soul.
The singer also recalled a song that held special meaning for her father throughout his life. She noted that he would regularly play the song on his guitar for his wife, who would stroke him and smile as he sang to her.
Past reflections on her father's health
Stikoudi had previously spoken publicly about her father's health condition and the emotional strain her family was experiencing. In earlier statements, she disclosed that her father had undergone multiple hospital admissions and discharges.
During those past comments, she expressed deep love for both of her parents and urged others not to delay spending time with family. She reflected on how people often assume time is endless, warning that time does not last forever and advising people to act immediately when planning to visit loved ones rather than putting visits off for tomorrow. She also apologized to her audience at the time for sharing such a somber topic.
Career background and family farewell
Stikoudi is a prominent Greek singer, model, and television presenter who first gained widespread recognition after winning the Miss Hellas beauty pageant in 2005. Over the course of her career in Greek entertainment, she has released multiple pop albums, hosted major television programs, and appeared on high-profile entertainment broadcasts.
Following his death on Monday, the family and relatives of Nikos Stikoudis are scheduled to gather to pay their final respects and bid him farewell on Thursday, October 8.
