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About Katerina Stikoudi
Early Life
Katerina Stikoudi was born Aikaterini Stikoudi on April 16, 1985, in Thessaloniki, to Nikos Stikoudis, a greengrocer, and Dina Stikoudi, an elementary school teacher. She has an older brother, Telemachos. From age eight, she pursued competitive swimming with PAOK's swimming academy, later signing as a professional athlete and finishing fifth in the national championship at sixteen.
Musical Style & Sound
Stikoudi performs pop and pop-rap, building a career that spans music alongside acting, television hosting, and modeling. Her sound leans toward contemporary, radio-friendly Greek pop rather than traditional Laïko.
Career Rise
Before pursuing music, Stikoudi won Miss Hellas in 2005 and represented Greece at Miss World the same year, launching a career as a television host and actress on shows including La Sousourela, Proinos Kafes, and Mega Star. In 2009, she began her singing career collaborating with DJ LAVA on the single "Tora," followed by a 2010 hit with rap boy band NEBMA, "Emmoni (Obsession)," one of the year's biggest songs in Greece. She signed with Cobalt Music, a Universal Music Group company, and released her debut album, "I Mousiki Mou," in 2011, followed by "I Yefsi Tis Zois Mou" (2013), "Cliche" (2015), "Soundtrack" (2018), and "Grande" (2021). In 2013, she competed on Dancing with the Stars, finishing runner-up, and later took on coaching and hosting roles on shows including My Style Rocks and Just the 2 of Us.
Diaspora Impact
Stikoudi's multi-platform career across music, television, and modeling has given her broad visibility with diaspora audiences who follow Greek entertainment beyond music alone. Her crossover appeal across reality television, hosting, and pop music keeps her a recognizable name for diaspora fans engaging with contemporary Greek pop culture.
FAQ
What genre does Katerina Stikoudi sing?
Katerina Stikoudi performs pop and pop-rap, building a career that spans music alongside acting, television hosting, and modeling.
How did Katerina Stikoudi become famous?
In 2009, she began her singing career collaborating with DJ LAVA on the single "Tora," followed by a 2010 hit with rap boy band NEBMA, "Emmoni (Obsession)," one of the year's biggest songs in Greece.
Was Katerina Stikoudi involved in beauty pageants?
Yes. Before pursuing music, she won Miss Hellas in 2005 and represented Greece at Miss World the same year.
Has Katerina Stikoudi competed on reality TV?
Yes. In 2013, she competed on Dancing with the Stars, finishing runner-up, and later took on coaching and hosting roles on shows including My Style Rocks and Just the 2 of Us.
What are Katerina Stikoudi's biggest albums?
Her catalog includes "I Mousiki Mou" (2011), "I Yefsi Tis Zois Mou" (2013), "Cliche" (2015), "Soundtrack" (2018), and "Grande" (2021).
Where can I listen to Katerina Stikoudi?
You can stream her music on GetGreece Radio, along with other leading voices in contemporary Greek pop.
About
Katerina Stikoudi is a powerhouse of Greek entertainment, successfully transitioning from a national beauty queen and athlete to a leading pop star, actress, and TV host. Known for her bold fashion choices and high-concept music videos, she has consistently pushed the boundaries of Greek pop and R&B. In 2025, she released her most experimental album to date, blending electronic sounds with ethnic motifs, and starred in a major musical production in Athens. As of 2026, she is recognized as a tireless performer and a fashion icon who remains at the forefront of the digital-pop era.
Diaspora Impact
A stylish icon for the younger diaspora in Germany and the UK who follow her for both her music and her influence in Greek fashion.
