Sakis Rouvas is a famous Greek singer, actor and businessman who has had a significant influence on the entertainment industry in Greece and Cyprus.
Born on January 5, 1972 in Corfu, Greece, he was initially recognized as a talented athlete, winning medals as a pole vaulter on the national athletics team in the 1980s. However, it was his move into music in the early 1990s that catapulted him to stardom.
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- Full name: Anastasios “Sakis” Rouvas
- Nickname: Sakis
- Date of birth: January 5, 1972
- Age: 53 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Corfu, Greece
- Nationality: Greek
- Profession: Singer, actor, businessman
- Height: 1.83 m
- Parents: Konstantinos “Kostas” Rouvas and Anna-Maria Panaretou
- Siblings: Vasilis Rouvas, Apostolos Rouvas and Nikos Rouvas
- Spouse: Katia Zygouli
- Children: Anastasia Rouvas, Alexandros Rouvas, Ariadni Rouvas and Apollonas Rouvas
- Relationship status: N/A
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: Greek
- Net worth: 50 million USD
Early life and education
Sakis Rouvas is currently 52 years old. He was born on January 5, 1972 in Corfu, Greece. His father, Konstantinos “Kostas” Rouvas, worked as an ambulance driver, and his mother, Anna-Maria Panaretou, was a duty-free salesperson at the local airport.
Sakis is the eldest child in a family of four brothers. His siblings are Vasilis (born 1975), Apostolos (born 1977) and Nikos (born 1991). His athletic prowess was evident during his teenage years when he excelled in pole vaulting and represented Greece at various national competitions.
After completing his studies in Corfu, Rouvas moved to Athens to pursue a career in music. He made his professional debut in 1991 at the Thessaloniki Song Festival, where he first demonstrated his vocal talent and stage presence.
Personal life
Since 2003, Rouvas has been in a relationship with model Katia Zygouli. The couple married on July 3, 2017.
They have four children together: Anastasia (born 2008), Alexandros (born 2011), Ariadni (born 2013) and Apollonas (born 2016).
Career
Sakis Rouvas began his music career in 1991 when he signed with PolyGram Records. His debut album quickly became popular, leading to subsequent releases that cemented his position as a leading figure in Greek pop music. In addition to music, Rouvas also dabbled in acting and television hosting.
He represented Greece at the Eurovision Song Contest twice—first in 2004 with “Shake it,” reached third place and became one of the best-selling singles in Greek history, and again in 2009 with “This is our night.”
Prize
- Six Arion Music Awards
- Fifteen Pop Corn Music Awards
- Several MAD video music awards
Net worth
Sakis Rouvas’s net worth is estimated to be $50 million thanks to a successful career spanning over three decades in the music and entertainment industry.
Social Media
- Instagram: @sakisrouvasofficial
- Twitter: @sakisrouvas
Cinema
- knight (2015)
- The last dance (2008)
Records
- Min Andistekese (1992)
- Kati Apo Mena (1998)
- 21os Akatellilos (2000)
- Ola Kala (2002)
- S’eho Erotefthi (2005)
- Irthes (2008)
