This is reported by the Greek public television ERT.
His death was confirmed by a law firm representing Papatanasiou.
“It is with great sadness that we announce that the great Greek Vangelis Papathanasiou passed away late at night on Tuesday, May 17,” the statement said.
He was reportedly being treated in a hospital in France for the coronavirus.
Earlier it was reported that the Indian singer, songwriter, actress Lata Mangeshkar died at the age of 92 years.