Florence, Italy
1. Niccolo Machiavelli (1469)
Philosopher
Ruthless Italian political philosopher who wrote The Prince in the early 1500s, which was considered his masterpiece.
2. Amerigo Vespucci (1454)
Explorer
Legendary letter-writing Italian explorer who proved Brazil and the West Indies were not in eastern Asia. America is the feminine Latin form of his name.
3. Benvenuto Cellini (1500)
Sculptor
Italian goldsmith and sculptor who was one of the most important artists of Mannerism. He sculpted Perseus with the Head of Medusa.
4. Gianni Scacco (1997)
Pop Singer
Italian pop singer who gained a following on Instagram and YouTube over the years.
5. Francesca Del Taglia (1989)
Reality Star
Social media influencer who first rose to fame appearing on the Italian dating series Uomini e Donne.
6. Andrea Maddaluni (1996)
Instagram Star
Influencer on Instagram responsible for the posts featured on the account iammadda. He posts modeling, martial arts and selfie content for his more than 330,000 followers.
7. Cloe Romagnoli (2006)
TV Actress
Actress who found stardom playing the blind girl Flaminia on the Italian hospital drama The Red Band Society, which she joined in 2017. She has also appeared on series like New School...
8. Thiago Batistuta (1991)
Instagram Star
TV actor known for being Gabriel Batistuta's first-born son. He has 160,000 followers on Instagram.
9. Josh Rossi (1984)
Photographer
Professional photographer who is known for his unique photoshopping which often features superhero aesthetics and other cartoon elements.
10. Laura Masi (1986)
Photographer
Photographer who is known for specializing in traveling content. She shares her work through her website Ruberry and also through her Instagram where she has over 80,000 followers. She can be...
11. Irene Berni (1970)
Blogger
Italian blogger and social media star who is best recognized for running and operating her own Bed and Breakfast entitled Valdirose in Tuscany. She posts a range of lifestyle and...
12. Carlo Sestini (1994)
Model
London-based socialite and model who rose to fame on Instagram for his luxurious lifestyle and menswear fashion. He's modeled for high end designers such as Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, and...
13. Erica Pelosini Leeman (1985)
Fashion Designer
Stylist and designer who has become a fashion icon as the art director and a contributor to Vogue magazine. She has become an It girl in fashion, working with countless...
14. Maria Chiara Masi (1985)
Instagram Star
Instagram star who has used the platform to post about her travels, food, and interest in fashion.
15. Paolo Gucci (1931)
Business Executive
Business executive for the house of Gucci. He was appointed vice-president and managing director of the Gucci brand in 1953. He was fired a year later after mishandling business operations...
16. Chiara Francini (1979)
Movie Actress
Italian actress and singer who played Perla Cercilli in the TV series Non dirlo al mio capo. She also appeared in the movies Men Vs Women and The Worst Week of My Life.
17. Rodolfo Gucci (1912)
Movie Actor
Movie actor best known for his role in films from the 1920s to the 1940s. He is also known as one of the most prominent members of the Gucci family,...
18. Stefano Noferini (1961)
DJ
Italian DJ and tech house music producer who is best known for the 2010 single "Push N Pull," which landed at the number one spot on Billboard's Dance Club Songs list....
19. Ilaria Rastrelli (1970)
Pop Singer
Italian singer who is best known as a contestant on the Italian version of The X Factor.
20. Benedetta Quagli (2001)
Instagram Star
Instagram star and model who posts pictures with her family and social circle for her 290,000 followers. She often shares pictures at events and landmarks.
21. Giorgio Panariello (1960)
Comedian
Comedian and actor who found fame in Italy through his appearances on television shows like Hands On and in films like No Problem (2008). He is famous for his many...
22. Eleonora Rocchini (1995)
Instagram Star
Social media star who appeared on the Italian reality series Uomini e Donne in 2016. She is widely known for her Ele.Rc account, where she has gained popularity for her...
23. Ginevra Stella (2012)
TikTok Star
TikTok star known for being the daughter of actress Martina Stella. She is frequently featured on her mother's TikTok account and has 370,000 followers and 5 million likes.
24. Fabio Viviani (1978)
Chef
Chef who appeared on the fifth season of the Bravo culinary program Top Chef.
25. Simone Berti (1985)
Italian Basketball Player
Simone Berti is an Italian professional basketball player who plays for Angelico Biella of the Legadue Basket.
26. Stefano Castellani (1992)
Italian Footballer
Stefano Castellani is an Italian footballer who plays as a striker for Renate on loan from Empoli.
27. Dr. Will Kerby (1973)
Doctor
28. Alessio Sarti (1979)
Italian Footballer
Alessio Sarti is an Italian footballer who as of 2010 without a club.