Los Angeles is traditionally where people flock to when they're trying to make it big in show business, and why not? Major film studios, producers and A-list actors all seem to congregate there, and that's made SoCal the place to see and be seen. And, though it's not quite the hub of Italian-American influence like New York City, it is home to five of the most successful Italians in the movie industry.
Leonardo DiCaprio
One of the biggest names in the film industry, Leonardo DiCaprio, doesn’t need any introduction. He is 1/4 Italian from his father's side whose lineage traces back to the Naples region. He was also reportedly named after Leonardo da Vinci because his mother first felt him kick while she was viewing a Da Vinci painting while visiting a museum in Italy.
Steve Carell
Funnyman Steve Carell may have gotten his huge break in stardom while appearing on The Daily Show in New York, but the actor now lives in Los Angeles with his wife and fellow comedian Nancy Carell. He gets his (at least) 1/4 Italian blood from his father's side of the family.
Gwen Stefani
The No Doubt lead singer, The Voice co-host and solo artist Gwen Stefani is such a major force in the music industry that she's become a household name. She lives in the LA area with her husband Gavin Rossdale, and her Italian heritage comes from her dad.
Quentin Tarantino
One of the most well-known names in the industry, Quentin Tarantino's flicks always make waves for some reason or another. Though he's (understandably) secretive about the actual location of his home, it's assumed this Italian-American director, producer and sometimes-actor Tarantino lives in Los Angeles due to his often being spotted throughout the area as well as his propensity to hold events in LA.
Jimmy Kimmel
We have to admit, we were pretty surprised to find out that Jimmy Kimmel, host of Jimmy Kimmel Live and one of the friendliest people on television, is of Italian ancestry. Unlike everyone else listed here, his Mediterranean bloodline comes from his mother's side, but we're not sure where he gets his "everyman" charm and sharp wit from.
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