Writer, director and publisher Vasos Ftochopoulos dies at 76
Writer, director and publisher Vasos Ftochopoulos, associated with Aegeon publications and the former Aegeon tavern in Nicosia, has died aged 76.
Nicosia, Cyprus. Writer, director and publisher Vasos Ftochopoulos, who was associated with Aegeon publications and owned the Aegeon tavern in Nicosia, has died at the age of 76. The tavern was a meeting place for artists and intellectuals.
Life and work
Ftochopoulos was born in 1950 in Karpasia. He moved to London with his parents at a young age and later settled in Salonica, where he developed political and social activity.
Tribute from To Erma
Bookshop and restaurant To Erma described Ftochopoulos in a social media post as “not just a friend, but its foundation”.
The establishment referred to his newspapers and magazines, including Enosis newspaper, the former Aegeon tavern, publications, plays and books.
To Erma also recalled time spent with Ftochopoulos, describing laughter, pranks, satire and fairy tales for children who grew up in his arms.
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