With Fellini, whose films are in Italian, it was because he was considered a stylistic maestro—or at least that’s what I had read.

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Cinema Italiano: 8 1/2

Rolling Stone recently published a ranking of the Top 200 greatest singers of all time. Italians were represented in small numbers on the list, with only six of the 200 singers being of clear and noticeable Italian origin.

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This week, Vanity Fair came out with its annual rankings of the most anticipated movies of 2023. The list includes 26 films that are expected to set the tone for Hollywood in the coming year.

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The Six Most Anticipated Movies of 2023 with Italian Influence

With 2022 coming to an end, we reflect back on the personalities, icons, and celebrities we lost in the Italian community this year. These 20 men and women of Italian descent made important contributions in the areas of cinema, art, music, cuisine, fashion, journalism, commerce and sport.

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Remembering 20 Italian Icons We Said Goodbye To In 2022

It’s not too late to claim that the Christmas present you ordered for someone is still on the way (is it ever?). We quickly scoured the Internet to find the best Christmas gifts for that person in your life who loves everything Italian. From language classes and shaving cream to saint candles and coffee makers, there’s always a last-minute gift you can grab while there’s still time.

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The Ultimate Last-Minute Guide to Italian Christmas Gifts 2022

How Sicilian-born Frank Capra (1897-1991) became the chronicler of star-spangled charm takes little detective work, thanks to the good people at TCM. Capra emigrated to America as a kid, spending his sixth birthday in steerage with other immigrants on the Germania.

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Cinema Italiano: Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life

Few artists have had a career quite like Tony Bennett. Since 1952, Bennett has released over 70 albums, his last being 2021’s Love For Sale with Lady Gaga.

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Make Your Holiday Playlist More Festive with These Tony Bennett Songs

Read this heartwarming excerpt from Stanley Tucci’s latest book, “Taste: My Life Through Food.” Learn about his family traditions and the amazing recipe behind the Timpano.

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Read an excerpt from Stanely Tucci’s book “Taste: My life Through Food.”

Italian American actor and screenwriter Stanley Tucci introduces himself as “Italian on both sides” during the introduction of his CNN documentary series Searching For Italy. His memoir, Taste: My Life Through Food, is a loving testament to his Italian heritage, and a celebration of the food of Italian American culture.

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The Five Great Takeaways from Stanley Tucci’s Memoir, Taste

What better way to celebrate the holidays than cooking something delicious with the people you love, and no better food to cook than something Italian cuisine!

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