Caiti Konstantinou: The Legacy of ‘Soso Papadema’ Lives On

Caiti Konstantinou, who passed away on Monday night (10/03/2025) after battling cancer, made history with her role as Soso Papadema in the TV series ‘Crimes.’ First aired in 1998 on ANT1, the show has been replayed countless times with Konstantinou dominating her role as Soso Papadema. Known for her vitriolic outbursts, dark humor, and fiery temperament, she transformed this infamous character into unforgettable scenes that left a lasting impression. In the series, ‘Soso’ was married to butcher Aleko Papadema portrayed by Kostas Koklas, making his life miserable. Her tyranny extended to her husband’s employee Michalakis (Stavros Nikolaidis) and even her best friend Pepi (Foteini Vaxevani). Notably, her sharp remarks when advising her child about school remain iconic. Konstantinou’s portrayal of this ‘villain’ will forever be cherished in Greek television history.