John Aniston

Date of Birth: July 24, 1933

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Date of Death: November 11, 2022

Biography

John Aniston, born Yannis Anastassakis on July 24, 1933, in Chania on the island of Crete, Greece, was a Greek-American actor best known for his role as Victor Kiriakis on the NBC daytime drama “Days of Our Lives.” He immigrated to the United States with his family when he was just two years old. His family shortened their name to Aniston to better assimilate into American culture. John attended Pennsylvania State University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in theater arts. John began his acting career in the early 1960s with small roles in various television shows and movies. He joined the cast of “Days of Our Lives” in 1985 and became one of the most recognized faces on daytime television. His portrayal of Victor Kiriakis, a complex character with a mix of villainous and heroic traits, earned him critical acclaim and a loyal fan base. Apart from “Days of Our Lives,” John Aniston made guest appearances in popular TV series like “Kojak,” “Gilmore Girls,” and “The West Wing.” He was also the father of famous actress Jennifer Aniston, best known for her role as Rachel Green on “Friends.”

5 Interesting Facts about John Aniston

1. John Aniston served in the United States Navy as an intelligence officer before pursuing an acting career.

2. He was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Daytime Emmy Awards in 2022.

3. John Aniston was fluent in both Greek and English.

4. He initially studied to be an opera singer before switching to acting.

5. John was married twice and had two children, Jennifer Aniston and Alex Aniston.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from John Aniston

1. “Acting is a great way to make a living, especially on daytime television.”

2. “I’ve always believed in hard work and dedication to one’s craft.”

3. “Being a part of ‘Days of Our Lives’ has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.”

4. “My family is my greatest achievement.”

5. “Never underestimate the power of perseverance and passion.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by John Aniston was estimated to be around $10 million.

Children

John Aniston had two children. His daughter, Jennifer Aniston, is a highly successful actress known for her role in the television series “Friends” and numerous films. His son, Alex Aniston, has largely stayed out of the public eye and pursued a more private life.