Italy

French classical liberal theorist, political economist, and member of the French assembly, known for his writings on free markets and limited government

Spanish Catholic priest and writer who founded Opus Dei and was canonized as a saint, known for promoting everyday holiness

German politician who served as imperial chancellor and minister-president of Prussia, known for his support of Weltpolitik and efforts to transform Germany into a global power

Italian film writer and director known for her distinctive art house films like "Seven Beauties" and "Swept Away"

Swiss Symbolist painter, sculptor, and draftsman whose evocative works, especially "Isle of the Dead," deeply influenced late Romantic composers

Serbian football player and manager known for his illustrious playing career as a defender and later as an association football coach

Italian semiotician, philosopher, and novelist best known for his influential novels The Name of the Rose and Foucault's Pendulum

Italian filmmaker credited as the pioneer of the spaghetti Western genre and one of the greatest directors in cinema history

Italian media tycoon and politician who served three terms as Prime Minister of Italy, also a notable entrepreneur and football executive

Italian prince who briefly reigned as King of Spain amidst deep political and social divisions

Spanish-American philosopher, essayist, and poet known for sharp aphorisms and a unique perspective on culture and religion

Italian politician who served as the 8th President of Italy, known for his unconventional and provocative later years, challenging the political status quo