America Domani analyzed public figures with connections to Italy in each of the 50 States. Note that, for the analysis, figures had to have a clear connection to the State, but not necessarily be born or raised in that State. Figures had to have partial or full Italian heritage, or a clear connection to Italy such as spending part of their childhood in Italy before relocating to the United States.
Read the article that started it all: Italian Celebrities By State: How Many Can You Name?