Žiža Stojanović, a legendary actress with over 85 years on stage, passed away at the age of 95 after a long and difficult illness. Her career was an epic saga dedicated to theater and television, leaving an indelible mark on cult series and plays. From a young age on stage, through leading roles in Niš and Novi Sad, to the Belgrade Drama Theatre, Žiža embodied passion and dedication to acting.
Eva Ras, a well-known actress and close friend, emotionally recalls Žiža as a woman who “lived herself and adored herself,” creating her life on her own terms, without compromise. Though young Žiža once saw herself as something bad, she later realized how wonderful and fulfilling her life truly was.
Žiža left an unforgettable mark in series like “Srećni ljudi” (Happy People), where alongside Ruža Sokić and Mirjana Stevović, she created magic on screen. Her roles in “Ljubav, navika, panika” (Love, Habit, Panic) and many others remain remembered as part of the golden age of Serbian television.
Her funeral will be held on June 30 at the New Cemetery in Belgrade, and her death leaves a void in the world of culture and art. Žiža Stojanović was not just an actress but a symbol of an era, a woman who won the hearts of audiences with her talent and character.
This news reminds us how important artists like Žiža are to our culture and how vital it is to appreciate them while they are with us. Let her story be a reminder that life is art, and acting is a lifelong calling.
If you’ve ever watched “Srećni ljudi” or any of her roles, you know exactly what we mean. And if not, maybe it’s time to revisit or discover why Žiža was so special. And hey, feel free to share in the comments which of her roles you loved the most — let’s see how many hearts she truly captured!
