Who was the Husband of Olympia Dukakis? Learn About Her Married Life Here

Was Olympia Dukakis Happily Married? Find Out About Her Married Life Here

Oscar-winning actress Olympia Dukakis recently passed away at the age of 89 years old on May 1, 2021. Her family members have not disclosed the main cause behind her death; however, it is said that the actress had been suffering from many health issues.

Olympia rose to fame with her amazing performances in many films such as Moonstruck, Steel Magnolias, More Tales of the City, Lucky Day, and many more. Being in the entertainment industry for more than 50 years, Dukakis stated that she never desired to win Oscar; instead had the thirst to play the great parts.

As the actress won the hearts of millions of people worldwide, Olympia was married to Loius Zorich, an American actor. Let's learn more about her married life through this article.

Olympia Dukakis' Blissful Married Life

Emmy Award nominee Olympia Dukakis was happily married to her husband Louis Zorich. They shared wedding vows on November 30, 1962, in Manhattan, New York. The duo met each other when Louis was giving his audition for an Off-Broadway play called "The Opening of a Window." Though Zorich did not get the part, he met the women of his life.

Dukakis and her husband tied the knot back in 1962.
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While being married to each other for 56 years, the duo shares three children Christina Zorich, Peter Zorich, and Stefan Zorich. At the age of 33, Olympia welcomed her first child Christina on February 28, 1965. Later, she gave birth to her sons Peter and Stefan on September 19, 1968, and February 4, 1971, respectively.

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Having the same professional background, Olympia and her husband Louis founded The Whole Theater Company in Montclair, New Jersey. The company first plays, "Our Town," run for almost two decades with five productions per season.

Olympia Dukakis' Net Worth As of 2021

Olympia Dukakis was one of the beloved American actresses who touched the hearts of many people through her acting talent via many plays and films. Olympia always loved her profession and never hesitated to be proud while being an actress.

Dukakis was a millionaire
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Speaking about Dukakis' net worth as of 2021, it is estimated to be $6 million as per Celebrity Net Worth. Her main earnings are from her profession as an actor, producer, and director. As she is also the co-founder of The Whole Theater Company, Dukakis added some wealth through the theater.

Olympia Dukakis' Wiki/Bio

Born on June 20, 1931, the late actress was welcomed by her parents Alexandra "Alec" and Constantine "Costa" S. Dukakis. Olympia Dukakis grew up with her brother Apollo, six years younger than her, in Lowell, Massachusetts, US.

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Dukakis completed her high school at Arlington High School, Arlington, Massachusetts. She majored in physical therapy, with which she helped the patients during the polio epidemic.

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