List of Arab Americans

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This is a list of Arab Americans. It includes prominent and notable Arab American individuals from various fields, such as business, science, entertainment, sports and fine arts.

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Science

Engineering/computer science

Humanities

University presidents

Business

Arts and entertainment

Actors

Comedians

Reality show

Fashion designers

Models

Musicians

Literature

Media and journalism

Military

Politics


Sports

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