Women
Jill Biden’s Sicilian Relative Invites Her Back Home for Dinner
First Lady-elect Jill Biden's great-grandparents and grandfather left Gesso in 1900 for a new life. Now, her distant cousin is inviting her back for meatballs and cannoli.
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Jill Biden Set to Become the First Italian American First Lady
History in the making: Dr. Jill Biden would also be the first First Lady to hold a full-time job outside of the White House.
Read MoreAn Italian American’s Fight to Restore the Nation’s Broken Education System
Inspired by love of country, Italian heritage, and this nation’s ongoing quest to raise its children to aspire and achieve their greatest dreams.
Read MoreFranca Valeri, Italy’s Beloved Comic Actor, Dies at 100
Her roles in the 1950s through the 1970s — first on radio, then on TV and in movies — helped seal her legacy.
Read MoreJohn Travolta’s Wife Kelly Preston Dead at 57 From Cancer
Preston lost her battle with breast cancer on Sunday. The couple was married for nearly 30 years.
Read MoreA Tribute to Our Irreplaceable Italian American Mothers
The most beautiful love song ever written for all the Italian American women who made us what we are today.
Read MoreNYC Casts Aside Mother Cabrini as It Seeks to Honor Pivotal Women
During the Great Arrival, St. Frances Xavier Cabrini uplifted tens of thousands of poor immigrants, but in a startling decision, NYC has refused to honor her contributions.
Read MoreIn Honor of Italian-American Mothers Everywhere
The most beautiful love song ever written for all the Italian women who made us what we are today.
Read More19 Lovable Traits Every Italian American Nonna Shares
These lovable (and humorous) qualities pretty much sum up any visit to nonna's house.
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