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Journalist and Lyricist Andreas Neofytidis Passes Away

Published January 5, 2026, 08:12
Journalist and Lyricist Andreas Neofytidis Passes Away

Journalist, poet, and lyricist Andreas Neofytidis has passed away. The news was announced by the Movement of Professional Journalists, who stated that the funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 7th, at the Zografou Cemetery in Athens. Neofytidis had a long and successful career in journalism, working at the Athens-Macedonian News Agency, while also leaving a significant legacy in literature and music, with lyrics set to music by leading composers such as Mario Tokas, Yannis Spanos, and Giorgos Theofanous. Among his most famous songs are 'It Depends' with Haroula Alexiou and 'Come Secretly, Come Illegally' with Yannis Parios.