Paris Kassidokostas-Latsis facts for kids
Paris Kassidokostas-Latsis, born in 1982, is a Greek businessman. He works in shipping, film, and music. He is also known as a socialite. His grandfather was Yiannis "John S." Latsis, a very successful shipping businessman.
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About Paris's Family
Paris Kassidokostas-Latsis is the son of Marianna Latsis and Grigoris Kassidokostas. His father was the mayor of Vouliagmeni, a town by the sea, from 1986 to 2012. He also ran a water-ski school there.
His grandfather, Yiannis Latsis, was a very rich shipping owner. When he passed away in 2003, his family's wealth was among the largest in the world. The Latsis family grew their businesses into banking, oil, and real estate. In 2019, their family fortune was estimated at $2.7 billion.
Paris's Career
Film Production Work
In 2005, Paris Kassidokostas-Latsis and Terry Dougas started a film company called 1821 Media. They named it after the Greek Revolution of 1821. Many famous actors and creators have worked with this company. These include Natalie Portman, Stan Lee, Kevin Costner, Cameron Diaz, and Danny Trejo. 1821 Media has also worked with big studios like 20th Century Fox, Walt Disney Pictures, and Warner Bros.
Later, in 2015, he started another company called Hercules Film Fund. This company helps pay for movies. One movie they helped finance was American Made, which starred Tom Cruise. Paris Kassidokostas-Latsis was an executive producer for that film.
Music Production Work
In 2011, Paris Kassidokostas-Latsis teamed up with George Arsenakos. Together, they started a record label called Panik Records. This company helps produce music for artists.
Shipping Business
In 2012, Paris Kassidokostas-Latsis took charge of Latsco Shipping Ltd. This company owns and operates many ships. He also started two new companies: Marla Bulkers in 2017 and Marla Tankers in 2018. These companies buy and invest in used bulk carriers and tankers. A bulk carrier ship transports things like grain or coal. A tanker ship carries liquids like oil. The total number of ships owned by Latsco and Marla is currently 35 vessels.
Personal Life
In May 2005, it was announced that Paris Kassidokostas-Latsis was engaged to American socialite Paris Hilton. However, in September 2005, they decided to end their engagement. Since early 2015, Paris Kassidokostas-Latsis has been in a relationship with Tamta, a singer from Greece and Georgia.
