The Voice honors memory of Giorgos Mazonakis in special episode

On October 3, 2026, the television show The Voice broadcast a special tribute episode dedicated to the late singer Giorgos Mazonakis, who served as a coach in previous seasons. The program featured emotional testimonials from fellow coaches Christos Mastoras, Elena Paparizou, and Panos Mouzourakis, who expressed their grief and shared memories of their colleague. The production, which was filmed without an audience, was designed to honor Mazonakis through his music and personal reflections.

Presenter Giorgos Kapoutzidis played a key role in organizing the tribute, proposing the format to the SKAI network to ensure the season began with proper acknowledgment of Mazonakis's absence. The atmosphere during filming was described as deeply charged, with the participants emphasizing how the singer's personality and unfiltered nature had profoundly influenced the show. Christos Mastoras noted that the decision to return to the show this year was difficult due to the loss, highlighting the lingering sense of mourning among the remaining cast members.

This tribute marks a somber start for the current season of the competition. While the show is continuing, participants acknowledged that the absence of their colleague has created a lasting void in the production, affecting their emotional state as they move forward with filming.