Demis Roussos

Demis Roussos was a Greek pop singer who achieved global recognition in the 1970s and 1980s, selling over 60 million albums worldwide.

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Profession :

Pop Singer

Birthday :

June 15, 1946

Death Date:

January 25, 2015

Age :

68

Demis Roussos, a Greek musician and vocalist, was renowned for his unique high-pitched voice. He first gained international recognition as the lead singer of the progressive rock band Aphrodite’s Child before launching a successful solo career in the 1970s. Some of his most well-known works include the solo singles “Forever and Ever” and “Goodbye, My Love, Goodbye,” as well as collaborations with prominent artists like Vangelis and Jon Anderson. His notable albums include “Demis” and “Attitudes,” and he made appearances on TV shows such as “The Basil Brush Show.”

Aside from his music career, Roussos was an avid aviation enthusiast, obtaining his commercial pilot’s license in the early 1980s. He even co-piloted the Trans World Airlines (TWA) Flight 847 during a hijacking incident in 1985, where his quick thinking and courage earned him admiration and respect. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Roussos achieved worldwide fame as a Greek pop singer, selling over 60 million albums globally.