List of people from Sicily


Sicily is the largest region in Italy in terms of area, with a population of over five million and has contributed many famous names to all walks of life. Geographically, it is the largest and most populated island in the Mediterranean Sea.
This list includes notable natives of Sicily and its predecessor states, as well as those who were born elsewhere but spent a large part of their active life in Sicily. People of Sicilian heritage and descent are in a separate section of this article. The Sicilian-Americans have a specific list.

Rulers, monarchs and warriors

Religious figures

Philosophers and scientists

Poets, writers and journalists

Painters, sculptors and architects

Musicians

Actors, directors and producers

Politicians, civil servants and military personnel

Sports figures

Others

Notable people of Sicilian descent by birthplace

Europe

Italy:
Belgium:
France:
Germany:
Spain:
Switzerland:
United Kingdom:

Africa

Algeria:
Libya:
Tunisia:

America

Argentina:
Brazil:
Canada:
United States:
Venezuela:

Australia

Australia: