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Anthony Atamanuik

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Birth Name: Anthony Lawrence Atamanuik

Date of Birth: June 15, 1974

Ethnicity: Ukrainian, Italian, Ashkenazi Jewish

Anthony Atamanuik is an American comedian, actor, and writer. He is the son of Marlena Yannetti (Marlene J. Yannetti), an actress and dancer, and Lawrence Peter “Larry” Atamanuik, a musician.

Anthony’s surname is Ukrainian. It appears that his mother’s ancestry is Italian and Ashkenazi Jewish.

Anthony’s maternal grandparents were Gildo Anthony/Antonio Yannetti (the son of Martin/Amatino Yannetti and Theresa/Teresa L. Gioiosa) and Thelma Bengin (the daughter of Louis Bengin and Rose Silverman).

Sources: Anthony’s mother on the 1940 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Anthony’s maternal grandparents’ marriage record – https://www.familysearch.org


Jaz Sinclair

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Birth Name: Jasmine Sinclair Sabino

Place of Birth: Dallas, Texas, U.S.

Date of Birth: July 22, 1994

Ethnicity:
*likely African-American (father)
*Italian, Irish, Swedish (mother)

Jaz Sinclair is an American actress. Her mother is Dominique Rochelle Sabino.

Jaz’s maternal grandfather is William Daniel Sabino.

Jaz’s maternal grandmother is Lynnae Donna Marrinan (the daughter of Martin John Marrinan and Donna Mae Dickson). Martin had Irish ancestry, and was the son of Martin John Marrinan and Kathryn Rose Gahan. Donna was of Swedish descent, and was the daughter of Bernard Carl Dickson and Marilla Eldora Lorrine Mattson.

Sources: Genealogy of Jaz Sinclair (focusing on her mother’s side) – http://www.genealogy.com

Genealogy of Jaz’s maternal great-grandfather, Martin John Marrinan (focusing on his father’s side) – http://www.genealogy.com

Jaz’s maternal great-great-grandfather, Martin John Marrinan, on the 1900 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Jaz’s maternal great-great-grandmother, Kathryn Rose Gahan, on the 1910 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Jaz’s maternal great-grandmother, Donna Mae Dickson, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Photo by kathclick/Bigstock.com

Bhad Bhabie

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Danielle Bregoli – Danielle Bregoli Sighted Shopping in Hollywood on August 12, 2017 – Street – Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: STPR / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Danielle Bregoli

Place of Birth: Boynton Beach, Florida, U.S.

Date of Birth: March 26, 2003

Ethnicity:
*Ashkenazi Jewish (father)
*Italian (mother)

Bhad Bhabie, also known as “cash me ousside” girl, is an American internet personality and aspiring rapper. She first made her fame appearing on the Dr. Phil talk show at the age of thirteen. Bregoli is the daughter of Barbara Ann Bregoli and Ira Peskowitz, and was raised mainly by her mother.

Bhad’s paternal grandfather is Daniel M. Peskowitz (the son of Morris Peskowitz and Fanny Zweig). Daniel was born in New York, to Polish Jewish parents. Fanny was the daughter of Philip Zweig and Esther Steier.

Bhad’s paternal grandmother is Myra Fisher (the daughter of Yitzhak Fisher and Rachel).

Source: Death record of Bhad’s paternal great-grandmother, Fanny (Zweig) Peskowitz – https://www.familysearch.org

Christy Carlson Romano

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Christy Carlson Romano – 2016 Fashion Tails Adopt A New Attitude – Arrivals – Lombardi House – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Carla Van Wagoner / PR Photos

Place of Birth: Milford, Connecticut, U.S.

Date of Birth: March 20, 1984

Ethnicity: Italian, German, Scandinavian

Christy Carlson Romano is an American actress, voice actress, and singer. Christy is the daughter of Sharon (Carlson) and Anthony Romano. She is married to writer and producer Brendan Rooney, with whom she has a daughter.

Christy is said to have Italian, German, and Scandinavian (Norwegian or Swedish) ancestry.

Roberto Cavalli

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Roberto Cavalli – Roberto Cavalli Dinner & “Cavalli Selection” Wine Launch – Inside Arrivals – 17 Berkeley Street – London, England – Keywords: – False – – Photo Credit: Solarpix / PR Photos

Place of Birth: Florence, Tuscany, Italy

Date of Birth: 15 November, 1940

Ethnicity: Italian

Roberto Cavalli is an Italian fashion designer and entrepreneur.

Roberto is the son of Giorgio Cavalli and Marcella (Rossi).

Roberto’s maternal grandfather, Giuseppe Rossi, was a painter.

Roberto was married to Austrian model Eva Maria Düringer, with whom has three children.

Tig Notaro

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Birth Name: Mathilde O’Callaghan Notaro

Place of Birth: Jackson, Mississippi, U.S.

Date of Birth: March 24, 1971

Ethnicity:
*Italian (father)
*Irish (mother)

Tig Notaro is an American stand-up comic, writer, radio contributor, and actress.

Tig is the daughter of Mathilde “Susie” (O’Callaghan) and Pat Notaro. Her stepfather is Lauric Cusack. Tig has a brother, Renaud, and they were raised in Pass Christian, Mississippi, and Spring, Texas. Tig is married to Stephanie Allynne, with whom she has two children.

Tig’s father has Italian roots. Tig’s mother was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, of Irish ancestry.

Tig’s maternal grandparents were William James O’Callaghan, Sr and Mathilde Fitzpatrick.

One of Tig’s maternal great-great-grandfathers was John Fitzpatrick, who served as Mayor of New Orleans, Louisiana, from 1892 to 1896.

Sources: http://www.theguardian.com

Obituary of Tig’s mother – http://www.findagrave.com

Obituary of Tig’s uncle (mother’s brother), William J. “Bill” O’Callaghan, Jr. – http://www.legacy.com

Photo by DFree/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Tanya Memme

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Birth Name: Tanya Lynn Memme

Place of Birth: Wainfleet, Ontario, Canada

Date of Birth: June 15, 1971

Ethnicity:
*Italian (father)

Tanya Memme is a Canadian actress, television presenter, and beauty pageant titleholder. Tanya was crowned Miss World Canada in 1993.

Tanya is the daughter of Beverley (Barber) and Frank Memme. Tanya’s father has Italian roots. Tanya has two brothers, Michael and Jeremy.

Tanya’s paternal grandfather were Carmine Memme and Anna Carmina/Carmine Moretti. Carmine and Anna were born in Rocca San Giovanni, province of Chieti, Abruzzo region, Italy, and moved to Canada in 1953 and 1956, respectively.

Tanya’s maternal grandmother is named Lucy.

Tanya’s father is pictured here. Tanya’s mother is pictured here.

Sources: Obituary of Tanya’s paternal grandfather – http://obittree.com

Obituary of Tanya’s paternal grandmother – http://dartefuneralhome.com

Photo by kathclick/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Michelangelo

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Birth Name: Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni

Date of Birth: 6 March, 1475

Place of Birth: Caprese, Province of Arezzo, Tuscany, Italy

Date of Death 18 February, 1564

Place of Death: Rome, Italy

Ethnicity: Italian

Michelangelo was an Italian sculptor, painter, architect, and poet. His best-known works are the sculptures Pietà and David, and the frescoes on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in Rome. He was part of the High Renaissance period.

Michelangelo was the son of Ludovico di Leonardo Buonarroti Simoni and Francesca di Neri del Miniato di Siena.

Revolutionist Philippe Buonarroti is a descendant by some degree of Michelangelo’s family.

Source: Genealogy of Michelangelo – https://www.geni.com


Nick Gehlfuss

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Birth Name: Nicholas Alan Gehlfuss

Place of Birth: Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.

Date of Birth: January 21, 1985

Ethnicity: Italian (paternal grandmother), German, 1/8 Slovenian, possibly other

Nick Gehlfuss is an American actor. Nick is married to hotel marketer Lillian Matsuda.

Nick is the son of Sandra Lee “Sandy” (Froelich) and Alan James Gehlfuss. Nick’s father has German, Slovenian, and Italian ancestry. Nick’s mother also has German roots. Nick has a brother, Vincent, and a sister, Jillian.

Nick’s paternal grandfather was William H. Gehlfuss (the son of William E. Gehlfuss and Pauline Pylick). Nick’s great-grandfather William was the son of German parents, Frank Gehlfuss/Geilfuss and Louise/Louisa Luebbert. Nick’s great-grandmother Pauline was the daughter of Anton Pylick/Pylek, who was from Austria and possibly of Slovenian descent, and of Louise/Luise Jerse, who was from Žužemberk, Slovenia.

Nick’s paternal grandmother was Concetta Politi (the daughter of Rocco G. Politi and Filomena/Philomeana DiTomaso). Rocco was the son of Italian parents, Robert Politi and Concetta Coradino. Filomena was born in Italy, the daughter of Vincenzo DiTomaso and Theresa/Teresa Dalexandra, who were from Montenerodomo, province of Chieti, Abruzzo region, Italy.

Sources: Birth record of Nick Gehlfuss – http://birth-records.mooseroots.com

Obituary of Nick’s uncle (father’s brother), Richard E. Gehlfuss – http://www.tributes.com

Nick’s paternal grandfather William H. Gehlfuss on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Nick’s paternal great-grandparents, William E. Gehlfuss/Geilfuss and Pauline Pylick – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Nick’s paternal grandfather – http://www.schultemahonmurphy.com

Nick’s paternal grandmother on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Nick’s paternal great-grandparents, Rocco G. Politi and Philomeana/Filomena DiTomaso – http://www.familysearch.org

Photo by kathclick/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Rachel DiPillo

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Rachel DiPillo – NBCUNIVERSAL EVENTS Presents NBC Chicago Celebration Party at STK Chicago on November 9, 2015 – STK Chicago – Chicago, IL, USA – Keywords: Chicago Med, NBC Orientation: Portrait Face Count: 1 – False – Photo Credit: Daniel Locke / PR Photos

Birth Name: Rachel Katherine DiPillo

Place of Birth: Flint, Michigan, U.S.

Date of Birth: January 26, 1991

Ethnicity:
*Italian, Lithuanian (father)
*English, Irish (mother)

Rachel DiPillo is an American actress.

Rachel is the daughter of Jacqueline Ruth “Jackie” (Welton) and John G. DiPillo. Rachel’s father has Italian and Lithuanian roots. Rachel’s mother is of English and Irish descent. Rachel was raised in Nashville, Tennessee.

Rachel’s paternal grandfather was George/Georgg Bernard DePillo (the son of Roy DePillo and Christine M.). Roy was born in Italy. Christine was born in Colorado.

Rachel’s paternal grandmother was Florence Meo (the daughter of Joseph Meo and Helen Molesky). Joseph the son of Italian parents, Peter/Pietro “Pete” Meo and Dominica/Domenica “Minnie” Patrona/Patrono. Helen was the daughter of Lithuanian parents, William Molesky and and Annie/Anna/Ona Mickus/Mickute, who was from Prienai, Lithuania.

Rachel’s maternal grandfather was Jack Welton (the son of Roy William Welton and Beulah Kelly/Kelley). Roy was the son of George W. Welton and Clarette/Etta Hill. Beulah was the daughter of John A. Kelley and Lennia A.

Rachel’s maternal grandmother is Marilyn Wilcox, the daughter of Cecil Kenneth Wilcox and Ruth Ethel Holland.

Sources: http://www.mcalesternews.com

Rachel’s paternal grandfather on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Rachel’s paternal grandfather – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Rachel’s paternal great-uncle (grandmother’s brother), Vincent “Vince” Meo – http://deathnotices.michigan.com

Obituary of Rachel’s paternal great-uncle (grandmother’s brother), Anthony J. Meo – www.findagrave.com

Death certificate of Rachel’s paternal great-great-grandfather, Peter/Pietro “Pete” Meo – http://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com

Rachel’s paternal great-grandmother, Helen Molesky, on the 1920 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Rachel’s maternal great-uncle (grandmother’s brother), Russell Anthony Wilcox – http://www.findagrave.com

Melrose Bickerstaff

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Birth Name: Melissa Rose Bickerstaff

Place of Birth: West Bloomfield Township, Michigan, U.S.

Date of Birth: February 6, 1983

Ethnicity:
*English (father)
*Italian (mother)

Melrose Bickerstaff is an American model and fashion designer. Melrose is most known for being a contestant on the seventh season of America’s Next Top Model.

Melrose is the daughter of Diane Marguerite (Tamarre) and David John Bickerstaff. Melrose has a sister, Jessica Diane. They were raised in Orchard Lake, Michigan.

Melrose’s father was born in Portsmouth, Hampshire, England. Melissa’s mother is from Michigan, and has Italian roots.

Melrose’s paternal grandparents were likely William J. Bickerstaff and Dorothy Wild.

Melrose’s maternal grandfather was Dino Tamarre/Tamarri (the son of Pangrazio/Panyrazia Tamarri and Maria Amabile Santa Tamarri). Dino was born in Italy. Pangrazio was born in Michigan. Maria was also born in Michigan, the daughter of Paolo Tamarri and Maria Giovanna Fabbri, who was from Castelluccio, Umbria, Italy.

Melrose’s maternal grandmother was Rose Genta (the daughter of Cesare/Caesar Genta and Clara Binando). Rose was born in Italy.

Sources: Birth record of Melrose’s father – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Melrose’s father – http://www.legacy.com

Marriage record of Melrose’s paternal grandparents – http://www.familysearch.org

Melrose’s maternal grandfather on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Melrose’s maternal grandmother on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Melrose’s maternal grandmother – http://deathnotices.michigan.com

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Kelly Cutrone

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Kelly Cutrone – Bravo Media’s 2010 Upfront Party – Arrivals – Skylight Studios, 275 Hudson Street – New York City, NY, USA – Keywords: – 0 – – Photo Credit: Sylvain Gaboury / PR Photos

Birth Name: Kelly M. Blanding

Place of Birth: Camillus, New York, U.S.

Date of Birth: November 13, 1965

Ethnicity:
*German, English, Scottish (father)
*Italian (mother)

Kelly Cutrone is an American fashion publicist, television personality, and author. Kelly was previously married to Ronnie Cutrone.

Kelly is the daughter of Beverly J. (Petrotch) and Leland L. “Lee” Blanding, III.

Kelly’s paternal grandfather was Leland L. Blanding, II (the son of Leland Lavell/Lovell Blanding and Sarah Agnes Drasher). Kelly’s great-grandfather Leland was the son of Lavelle M. Blanding and Julia A. Wilson, whose own mother was Scottish. Kelly’s great-grandmother Sarah was the daughter of William Drasher and Margaret Ann Herring.

Kelly’s paternal grandmother was Grace Ruth Stewart (the daughter of Guy Stewart and Kittie M. Manchester). Guy was the son of John B. Stewart and Ann E. Kittie was the daughter of John Manchester and Juliette/Julia P. Shaver.

Kelly’s maternal grandfather was William Eugene Petrotch (the son of Louis/Luigi Petrotch/Petrocci and Mary Rinaldi/Rinaldo). Louis was born in Italy, the son of Carmino Petrocci. Mary was also born in Italy.

Kelly’s maternal grandmother was Carmella/Carmilla “Millie” Barnello (the daughter of Carlo Barnello and Catherine H. Mastrochia). Carmella was born in New York, to parents from Italy.

Sources: Obituary of Kelly’s father – http://www.legacy.com

Marriage record of Kelly’s paternal grandparents – http://www.familysearch.org

Kelly’s mother on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Kelly’s maternal grandparents – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Kelly’s maternal grandmother – http://www.findagrave.com

Gianluigi Buffon

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Gianluigi Buffon – 2012 Soccer – Chelsea FC v Juventus UEFA Champions League Press Conference – September 18, 2012 – Stamford Bridge – London, UK – Photo Credit: Landmark / PR Photos

Place of Birth: Carrara, Tuscany, Italy

Date of Birth: 28 January, 1978

Ethnicity: Italian

Gianluigi (“Gigi”) Buffon is an Italian professional footballer.

Gianluigi is the son of Maria Stella Masocco and Adriano Buffon.

Gianluigi’s paternal grandparents were Luigi Buffon and Lina Valvason. They were from Pertegada, near Latisana, Province of Udine, Friuli Venezia-Giulia, Italy.

Gianluigi’s maternal grandparents were Giorgio Masocco and Teresa Paolini (the daughter of ? Paolini and Leopolda Pizzanelli).  They had roots in the Province of Massa-Carrara, Tuscany, Italy.

Sources: Obituary of Gianluigi’s paternal grandmother, Lina Valvason – https://necrologie.messaggeroveneto.gelocal.it

Information about Gianluigi’s maternal grandparents – http://ricerca.gelocal.it

Melissa Haro

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Melissa Haro – 2009 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue Party at LAX – Arrivals – LAX at the Luxor Hotel and Casino – Las Vegas, NV, USA – Photo Credit: PRN / PR Photos

Birth Name: Melissa Rose Haro

Place of Birth: San Jose, Santa Clara, California, United States

Date of Birth: September 5, 1987

Ethnicity:
*Italian, possibly other (father)
*English, Irish, Scottish, distant French Huguenot (mother)

Melissa Haro is an American model.

Melissa is the daughter of Linda Mardell (Mason) and Dennis Keith Haro. Melissa’s father has Italian roots. Melissa’s mother is mostly of English, Irish, Scottish, and some French Huguenot descent, and her French roots can be traced back to Leonard Dozier, I, and Elizabeth Dupuy, who were both born, c. 1649 and 1654, in France.

Melissa’s paternal grandparents were likely Candido H. Haro and Carmella Farnese (the daughter of Petro/Pete Farnese and Rose Deluca). Petro was born in Italy. Rose was born in California, to parents from Italy.

Melissa’s maternal grandmother was Patsy Ruth Perrin (the daughter of Henry Stuart/Stewart Perrin and Dessie Ray Trosper). Henry was the son of Seth Thomas Perrin and Viola Hale. Dessie was the daughter of James Loyd Trosper and Sallie M.

Sources: Birth record of Melissa Haro – http://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Melissa’s father – http://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Melissa’s mother – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Melissa’s parents – http://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Melissa’s paternal grandmother – http://www.familysearch.org

Melissa’s paternal grandmother on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Melissa’s uncle (mother’s brother), Duane Keith Mason – http://www.legacy.com

Melissa’s maternal grandmother on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Melissa’s maternal grandmother – http://www.legacy.com

Death records of Melissa’s maternal great-grandfather, Henry Stuart Perrin – http://www.familysearch.org

Genealogy of Melissa’s maternal great-great-grandfather, James Loyd Trosper – http://www.findgrave.com

Ayla Kell

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Birth Name: Ayla Marie Kell

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, U.S. (possibly)

Date of Birth: October 7, 1990

Ethnicity: English, German, Irish, 1/8 Italian

Ayla Kell is an American actress.

Ayla is the daughter of Jayne (Dilbeck) and David Kell.

Ayla’s paternal grandfather was William Robb Kell (the son of Ralph C. Kell and Blanche S. Spore). Ralph was the son of Landon Kell and Mana Watkins. Blanche was the daughter of William Oscar Spore and Nora Robb.

Ayla’s paternal grandmother was Judith Cavicchia (the daughter of Dominic Angelo Cavicchia and Marion D. Holgate). Dominic was the son of Italian parents, Giovanni “John” Cavicchia and Giuditta “Judith” Pinelli, who were from Roccamandolfi, province of Isernia, Molise region. Marion was the daughter of Claude Elmo Holgate and Christina L. Bertsch/Bersch, who was German.

Ayla’s maternal grandfather was Walter J. Dilbeck, Jr. (the son of Walter James Dilbeck, Sr. and Kathryn Esther Gray). Ayla’s great-grandfather Walter was the son of William Abraham Dilbeck and Margaret Elisabeth “Maggie” Stiehl, whose own parents were German. Kathryn was the daughter of Patrick Henry Gray and Julia Katherine Chamberlain.

Ayla’s maternal grandmother was Dorothy L. Rogers (the daughter of Walter H. Rogers and Elwood). Walter was the son of Edward Rogers and Minnie B.

Sources: Ayla’s paternal grandfather on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Ayla’s paternal grandfather – http://www.legacy.com

Marriage record of Ayla’s paternal great-grandparents, Ralph C. Kell and Blanche Spore – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Ayla’s paternal great-grandfather, Dominic A. Cavicchia – http://www.newspapers.com

Obituary of Ayla’s aunt (mother’s sister), Jo Ann (Dilbeck) Brunson – http://www.legacy.com

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Marguerite Moreau

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Birth Name: Margueri C. Moreau

Place of Birth: Riverside, California, United States

Date of Birth: April 25, 1977

Ethnicity: Swiss-German (paternal grandmother), English, Irish, French-Canadian, 1/8 Italian

Marguerite Moreau is an American actress.

Marguerite is the daughter of Anne L. (Viafora) and Steven Charles Moreau. Marguerite’s father has French-Canadian, Irish, and Swiss-German roots. Marguerite’s mother is of Italian, English, and Irish roots. Marguerite is married to Christopher Redman, with whom she has a son.

Marguerite’s paternal grandfather was Loren/Lawrence A. Moreau (the son of Charles E. Moreau and Lillian/Lily Cayo/Cago). Charles was born in Louiseville, Québec, Canada, of French-Canadian descent. Lillian was the daughter of Edward Cayo, whose parents were Canadian, and of Adaline Naley/Valley, whose parents were also Canadian.

Marguerite’s paternal grandmother was MaryAnn/Mariane Wipfli (the daughter of Dominic/Dominick Wipfli and Anna Bricker). Dominic was born in Seedorf, Bern Canton, Switzerland, the son of David Wipfli. Marguerite’s great-grandmother Anna was also Swiss.

Marguerite’s maternal grandfather was Ralph A. Viafora, Jr. (the son of Ralph A. Viafora/Viafore, Sr. and Alice M. Pierce/Prescott). Marguerite’s great-grandfather Ralph was the son of Antonio Viafora and Mary/Maria Giardina, who were Italian. Alice was the daughter of William Prescott and Mary Elizabeth Dowler.

Marguerite’s maternal grandmother was Margaret Mary “Peggy” MacDonald/McDonald (the daughter of John D. MacDonald/McDonald and Mary H.). John was Canadian. Marguerite’s great-grandmother Mary H. was born in Massachusetts, to parents from Ireland.

Sources: Birth record of Marguerite Moreau – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Marguerite’s parents – http://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Marguerite’s father – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Marguerite’s father – http://www.legacy.com

Marguerite’s paternal grandmother, MaryAnn/Mariane Wipfli, on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Marguerite’s paternal grandmother, MaryAnn/Mariane (Wipfli) MOreau – http://obittree.com

Obituary of Marguerite’s maternal grandfather, Ralph A. Viafora, Jr. – http://www.legacy.com

Marriage record of Marguerite’s maternal great-grandparents, Ralph A. Viafora/Viafore, Sr. and Alice M. Pierce/Prescott – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Marguerite’s maternal grandmother, Margaret Mary “Peggy” (MacDonald/McDonald) Viafora – http://www.legacy.com

Photo by s_bukley/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Greg Mottola

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Birth Name: Gregory James Mottola

Place of Birth: Dix Hills, New York, U.S.

Date of Birth: July 11, 1964

Ethnicity:
*Italian (father)
*Irish (mother)

Greg Mottola is an American film director, screenwriter, and television director.

Greg is the son of Margaret M. “Marga” and John Mottola. Greg’s father has Italian ancestry and Greg’s mother has Irish roots. Greg was raised Catholic. He is married to Sarah Allentuch, and he has three children.

Greg’s paternal grandparents were Giovanni/John Mottola and Luisa/Louise Stanchi. Giovanni was Italian. Luisa was born in the U.S., to Italian parents.

Sources: Greg’s father on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Greg’s father – http://www.legacy.com

Photo by DFree/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Antonio Campos

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Antonio Campos and Guest – 46th New York Film Festival Closing Night – “The Wrestler” Premiere – Arrivals – Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center – New York City, NY, USA –  Photo Credit: Anthony G. Moore / PR Photos

Place of Birth: New York City, New York, U.S.

Date of Birth: August 24, 1983

Ethnicity:
*Brazilian [Portuguese, Sephardi Jewish, possibly other] (father)
*Italian/Sicilian (mother)

Antonio Campos is an American film director, screenwriter, and film producer.

Antonio is the son of producer Rose Ganguzza and Brazilian journalist Lucas Mendes Campos.

Antonio’s father has Portuguese ancestry, and has also stated that one of his great-great-great-great-grandfathers was a Jewish ancestor from Portugal who moved to Brazil. Antonio’s mother was born in New Jersey, to Italian/Sicilian parents.

Antonio’s maternal grandparents were Anthony C. Ganguzza and Frances. Anthony was from Sicily, Italy. Frances was also Italian.

Sources: U.S. World War II Army Enlistment record of Antonio’s maternal grandfather, Anthony C. Ganguzza – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Antonio’s maternal grandfather, Anthony C. Ganguzza – http://www.legacy.com

Joe Lando

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Birth Name: Joseph John Lando

Place of Birth: Prairie View, Illinois, U.S.

Date of Birth: December 9, 1961

Ethnicity:
*Italian (father)

Joe Lando is an American actor.

Joe is the son of Virginia C. and Antonio/Anthony Joseph (Joseph Antonio/Anthony) “Joe” Lando. He has a sister, Kathy. Joe is married to Kirsten Barlow, with whom he has four children.

Joe’s paternal grandparents were Samuel John “Sam” Lando and Yoland/Yolanda Bergamin (the daughter of Eugenio Bergamin and Amelia Bortoloso/Bortolazzo). Samuel was from Rossan, Italy. Yoland was born in Fort William, Ontario, Canada, of Italian roots.

Sources: Birth record of Joe’s father – http://www.familysearch.org

Joe’s father on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Joe’s father – http://www.legacy.com

Birth record of Joe’s paternal grandmother – http://www.familysearch.org

Photo by kathclick/www.bigstockphoto.com

Nicole Tubiola

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Nicole Tubiola – “Fired Up” Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals – Pacific Theaters Culver Stadium 12 – Culver City, CA, USA – Keywords: – False – – Photo Credit: Glenn Harris / PR Photos

Birth Name: Nicole Lynn Tubiola

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: August 7, 1979

Ethnicity:
*Italian [including Sicilian] (father)
*Korean, other (mother)

Nicole Tubiola is an American actress. Nicole is married to New Zealand-born actor Kieren Hutchison.

Nicole is the daughter of Patricia Yvonne “Teesee” (Dunn) and Phillip John “Phil” Tubiola/Tubiolo. Nicole’s father has Italian (including Sicilian) roots. Nicole is also said to have Korean ancestry. Nicole’s parents are pictured here.

Nicole’s paternal grandfather was Anthony Tubiolo (the son of Joseph Tubiolo and Josephine). Anthony was born in New York, to parents from Italy. Joseph was from Lacarta, Palermo, Sicily, Italy.

Nicole’s paternal grandmother was Josephine A. Mondo (the daughter of Anthony/Antony Mondo and Alice Concetta Gugino). Anthony was the son of Italian parents, Giovanni Mondo and Crucifissa. Alice was born in Italy.

Nicole’s maternal grandparents’ surnames were “Dunn” and “Guischard”.

Sources: Birth record of Nicole Tubiola – http://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Nicole’s mother – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Nicole Tubiola – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Nicole’s parents – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage announcement of Nicole’s paternal grandparents – http://fultonhistory.com

Nicole’s paternal grandfather on the 1920 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Nicole’s paternal grandmother – http://www.thebatavian.com

Nicole’s paternal great-grandparents, Anthony/Antony Mondo and Alice Concetta Gugino, on the 1920 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

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