Maria Ioannidou: “I Feel 14-15 Years Old in My Soul”
Greek actress and singer Maria Ioannidou recently opened up about her age and her enduring love for the late Freddy Germanos in an interview on the popular Greek talk show “Happy Day.”
Ioannidou, known for her youthful energy and vibrant personality, confessed that she feels much younger than her actual years. “In my soul, I feel 14-15 years old,” she shared. while this youthful spirit brings joy, she admitted it has also led to some hardships. “This has caused me damage. I’ve lost all my money as I trusted people, but now it’s too late because I’ve lost it all!”
The actress emphasized that age is just a number and that how one feels is more vital.”What do I care about 80 or 75? None of my business! I could be 50, it doesn’t matter. Age is not important, what matters is how you look. When I look in the mirror, I feel 35-40 years old,” she stated confidently.
Ioannidou also spoke fondly of her long-term relationship with Freddy Germanos, who passed away in 2019. They shared a life together for 20 years, a testament to their deep connection.”I lived with a man,Freddy Germanos,for 20 years. Kids, a German wouldn’t sit with a ‘sakhla’ for 20 years!” she exclaimed, using a Greek term for a woman who is considered a burden.
She described Germanos as her everything, a multifaceted figure who was her father, mother, family, lover, and husband.”Germanakos was my father,my mother,my family,my lover,my man! He was everything,” she concluded,her voice filled with emotion.
Maria Ioannidou: How Inner Youthfulness Affects Life and Career
Time.news Editor: Maria Ioannidou’s recent interview on “Happy Day” about feeling 14-15 years old at heart was quite compelling. As a successful actress and singer, what insights can we glean about the impact of such an inner sense of youth, both positive and negative, on one’s career and personal life?
Dr. Sophia K.,Celebrity Psychologist: It’s engaging to see how Maria Ioannidou embraces her youthful spirit. This “inner youth” can be a powerful asset, contributing to her vibrant personality and possibly making her more relatable to a younger audience. Keeping a youthful outlook can be beneficial for creativity and maintaining a sense of optimism, wich are essential in the entertainment industry.
however, as Maria herself acknowledges, it can also lead to challenges. Trusting easily due to a perceived lack of cynicism can indeed result in financial vulnerability, as she experienced.
Time.news Editor: Can you elaborate on how Maria’s approach might resonate with other creative professionals?
Dr.Sophia K.: Maria’s story resonates with many in creative fields, who often strive to maintain a sense of youthful creativity and energy. However, it’s crucial to balance this with the practicality and wisdom that comes with age. Learning to discern genuine connections from transactional ones, as Maria has likely learned, is a valuable lesson for anyone, especially those in public-facing roles.
Time.news Editor: Maria also spoke about her long-term relationship with Freddy germanos. How can such enduring love reflect on one’s personal growth and sense of self?
Dr. Sophia K.: A lasting commitment like Maria’s underscores the importance of deep connection and shared experiences in fostering personal growth. Sharing life’s journey with someone for 20 years undoubtedly shapes an individual’s outlook and sense of self. It also highlights the significance of communal roots and support systems, something tragically absent when a partner passes away.
