List of Dominican Americans

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This is a list of notable Dominican Americans , including both original immigrants who obtained American citizenship and their American descendants.

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To be included in this list, the person must have a Wikipedia article showing they are Dominican American or must have references showing they are Dominican American and are notable.

List

Actors

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Maria Montez
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Carlos Pena Jr.
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Michelle Rodriguez

Singers and musicians

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Prince Royce
Karina Pasian Karina Pasian sings at the White House.jpg
Karina Pasian
Nicky Jam Nicky Jam.jpg
Nicky Jam

Models

Sport

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Felix Sanchez
Alex Rodriguez Alex Rodriguez Talking.jpg
Alex Rodriguez
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Dante Rosario

Politicians

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Thomas Perez
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Adriano Espaillat

Artists

Writers

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Portrait of Francisco Moncion, in Sebastian

Other personalities

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Ed Boon
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Christina Mendez
Danielle Polanco Danielle Polanco.jpg
Danielle Polanco

In fiction

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