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Peter Andre's Dad: Sold as Slave for Family Survival
7 Feb
Summary
- Peter Andre's father was sold as a slave at 11 years old.
- His father left Cyprus at 13 to work and support his large family.
- Andre's father moved to the UK with no English and became a barber.

Peter Andre has revealed the harrowing childhood experiences of his father, Savvas. Born into a large family in Cyprus, Savvas was sold as a slave at the age of 11 to help his family financially. He left home at just 13 to seek opportunities in the UK, carrying the weight of supporting his siblings.
Upon arriving in London, Savvas spoke no English but learned the trade of barbering. He successfully established and still owns a barber shop in Paddington, a testament to his lifelong determination.
Andre shared that his father's past includes witnessing horrific events, such as his brother dying in his arms due to lack of milk, a situation driven by extreme poverty. These stories deeply impact the singer, who grew up with a father who overcame immense adversity.




