Notable Americans of Nepali Descent
- Kiran Chetry, news anchor, CNN.
- Karishma Manandhar, Film Actress.
- Samrat Upadhyay, Author.
- Prabal Gurung, Fashion Designer.
- Daya Vaidya, Actress.
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