Nikos Papadakis, a former naval petty officer, this 1.89m, Greek God went on to scale greater heights by becoming a professional model and actor.

When Nikos came to the Gold Coast, the title was his to take home. His look was God given and stood out like a sore thumb. After his win, modeling opportunities hailed from as far as Europe and the Pacific not forgetting Asia where he earns nothing less than half a million dollars. He even produced his own super sell-out calendars that sold 30,000 copies in two months at US$30.00 each in Greece. Nikos is presently the owner of Greece's top modeling agency - STARS.

Tall, dark and perfectly sculptured, this Greek God is being offered numerous roles to act in films back home in Greece. However, he'll take things in his stride. If things turn out well, we might catch him with Michelle Pfeiffer or Julia Roberts on the screens soon.

Nikos likes gushing clear blue rivers, books on the supernatural, instrumental music and animals. And he claims that his sex appeal lies in his Mediterranean style.

To win Manhunt International for the first time and bring home the second title in male show history is a dream turned reality. This victory is a celebration of perseverance, belief, and the unwavering support of those who dared to dream alongside me. It’s a reminder to everyone that success is not just about the title, but about the journey that shapes you into a champion. Here's to inspiring the next generation of dreamers!

Nikos Papadakis

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