About
Katerina Sakellaropoulou is a Greek retired judge who served as the President of Greece from 2020 to 2025, making her the first woman to hold the office. Before her presidency, she had a distinguished career in the Greek judiciary. She served as the president of the Council of State, the highest administrative court in Greece. Her election as president was a historic moment for Greece, symbolizing a shift towards greater gender equality in leadership roles.
Career Timeline
Appointed Council of State Judge
Sakellaropoulou joins Greece's highest administrative court as a judge. She's respected in legal circles but unknown to the general public, with a modest civil servant salary.
Becomes Deputy President Council of State
Rising through the judiciary, she becomes deputy president of the Council of State. Her legal expertise is well-regarded, but she remains largely outside the public eye.
First Female President Council of State
Appointed as the first woman to lead Greece's highest administrative court, breaking a significant glass ceiling. This historic appointment brings her some national recognition, though primarily within Greece.
Elected First Female President of Greece
Sakellaropoulou makes history as Greece's first female president with broad parliamentary support. This elevates her to household name status in Greece and brings international attention as a symbol of progress.
Completes Presidential Term
Her single five-year term ends without major controversies, but also without transformative impact given the largely ceremonial role. She returns to private life as a respected but not dominant figure.
Retired Judge and Former President
One year post-presidency, Sakellaropoulou is well-known in Greece but has moderate international recognition. She's respected for breaking barriers but her ceremonial role limits her lasting impact, placing her in moderate fame territory.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026