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This is a list of Filipino Americans who have made significant contributions to the American culture, politics, or society. It also includes those with notable mentions in the American media. It also includes those with notable mentions in the American media.
1974, Benjamin Menor appointed first Filipino American in a state's highest judiciary office as Justice of the Hawaii State Supreme Court. [115] Thelma Buchholdt is the first Filipino American, and first Asian American, woman elected to a state legislature in the United States, in the Alaska House of Representatives. [116] [117]
This category page lists notable citizens of the United States of full or partial Filipino ethnic or national origin. Wikimedia Commons has media related to American people of Filipino descent . Contents
Filipino-American cultural identity has been described as fluid, adopting aspects from various cultures; [40] that said, there has not been significant research into the culture of Filipino Americans. [41] Fashion, dance, music, theater and arts have all had roles in building Filipino-American cultural identities and communities. [42] [page needed]
As befits the diverse culture of the Philippines, these names draw from a wide variety of sources, from classical languages and traditional stories to popular culture. Filipino boy names. Agustin ...
Many Filipino celebrities and high-status personalities, such as actors and politicians, are often more well known by their nicknames than their actual given names. [4] One example is film and television celebrity German Moreno, who is more known by the nickname Kuya Germs (kuya = elder brother).
Filipino American cultural values contribute to a strong sense of community but may also lead to nuanced challenges when navigating depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation.
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