Christina Tsafou on The 2 Night Show
The last six months have been very difficult for Christina Tsafou, because due to an accident she was dealing with a problem in her lower back.
Christina Tsafou: Age, divorce and her actor son
“My back is bad. Everyone thinks I fell off the bike but no, it went wrong. The stand didn’t fit well and the whole bike fell into my hands. A loud crack was heard, the vertebra is displaced and has fractures. They didn’t tell me from the beginning to do physical therapy, they told me to do injections. I now do massage and acupuncture. A motorcycle is a way of life. I go to the shooting and the theater by car. Suddenly I see that I am a tough nut. With this problem I have done everything and I was saying “it will pass”. I’m resilient and very sensitive though,” the “Good Old Years” VIP series star said on The 2Night Show.
Christina Tsafou at the premiere of the play “Sayo’s Madman” at the Pallas Theater in 2022 / NDP – Elli Poupoulidou
The difficult years of childhood and the absence of her mother
She then took a short trip back in time, talking about her difficult childhood due to her parents’ divorce, and at the same time revealing why she was called ‘Martha Scuab’. “My parents divorced. My father claimed me and in the end I won. My father never called my name but shouted at me. When I was two years old I didn’t have my mother, I had my grandparents, but the absence of my mother affected me.
Since then they called me Martha Vourtsis because I kept crying. I said my prayer at night and begged my mother to take me. He had told me “one day he will take me”. And I said “take me one of these days”, he never took me Then I didn’t want to go either, I had grown up, there was no reason. My mother told me her apologies, she was a woman who was struggling in her life. I forgave her because she was my mother, I couldn’t forgive her. The truth is that I get love from the people around me, give and take. I’m very happy.”
The talented actress has never bothered the media with her personal life. In recent years, she hasn’t had a partner by her side, and she doesn’t want to have one.
«I don’t want to have a relationship in my life. And because I look at many people within a few minutes I understood. I have become harder. I don’t want to disturb my peace, I do what I want and bye. I’m not lonely in general, but inside my house I’m used to being alone.
Apart from my grandson, I don’t want anyone to destroy my monastery. Burn forever. I don’t know if they are flirting with me, I am confused. Because of the work they go to me because they saw me somewhere and they liked me. Sometimes loneliness is hard and harsh. Now I was having monologues with my waist. Maybe if I had someone I would share it. This is a difficult moment. This is not worth all these other things”, said Christina Tsafou.
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Title: An In-Depth Conversation with Christina Tsafou on Overcoming Challenges
Interviewer: Welcome, Christina Tsafou! It’s a pleasure to have you with us today. Your journey over the past few months has been quite tumultuous. You’ve openly shared the struggles you’ve faced with your lower back due to an accident. Could you start by telling us more about that incident?
Christina Tsafou: Thank you for having me! Yes, it’s been a challenging time. People often think the injury was due to a simple fall off my bike, but really, it was a mishap where the bicycle stand just didn’t fit properly. Suddenly, it all came crashing down—literally. I heard a loud crack, and that was the beginning of my journey with a displaced vertebra and fractures.
Interviewer: That sounds incredibly painful. How have you been managing your recovery?
Christina Tsafou: Initially, I was advised to focus on injections, which wasn’t ideal. Eventually, I switched to physical therapy, massage, and acupuncture. Motorcycle riding has always been a big part of my life; it’s how I get to my shoots and theater. Adapting to a life without it has forced me to confront my resilience.
Interviewer: It seems like your experience has not only been physical but also emotional. You mentioned feeling resilient yet sensitive. Can you elaborate on that?
Christina Tsafou: Absolutely. Resilience is something I have always prided myself on. Even with the pain, I kept telling myself, “This will pass.” But at the same time, I’m very sensitive; I feel deeply, whether it’s about personal issues or my career. It’s a balancing act—I try to be strong while acknowledging the emotions that come with these challenges.
Interviewer: Speaking of personal issues, you’ve also openly discussed your childhood and the impact of your parents’ divorce. How has that shaped you?
Christina Tsafou: Oh, it has had a significant impact. Growing up without my mother around was tough. My father raised me, but there was a distance—he never called me by my name. I was often referred to as ‘Martha Scuab’ because of how much I cried for my mother. It’s amazing how those early experiences follow you into adulthood. But over time, I’ve come to forgive my mother; she was fighting her battles too.
Interviewer: It’s inspiring to see how you’ve come to terms with your past. You also mentioned something intriguing about receiving apologies from your mother later on. What was that experience like for you?
Christina Tsafou: It was a moment of closure for me. Understanding that she was struggling and that her absence was not just a rejection but a sign of her own difficulties allowed me to forgive. It was tough to reconcile those memories with my feelings, but forgiveness has been a liberating force in my life.
Interviewer: That’s a powerful insight. As you move forward with your career amidst these challenges, what message would you like to share with your audiences?
Christina Tsafou: Life can be unpredictable, and challenges will come our way, whether in the form of physical ailments or emotional struggles. What’s important is acknowledging our feelings, allowing ourselves to heal, and finding ways to persevere. Just like I say about my motorcycle rides—it’s a way of life, and sometimes, you just have to navigate the bumps in the road!
Interviewer: Thank you, Christina, for sharing your incredible story with us today. Your resilience and vulnerability are truly inspiring.
Christina Tsafou: Thank you for the opportunity! It’s been wonderful to reflect on my journey and share it with you all.
