Finding Your Roots
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Larger Than Life
S11 Ep1 | 52m 10s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. introduces actors Lea Salonga and Amanda Seyfried to ancestors who are every
La Famiglia
S11 Ep2 | 52m 10s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the Italian roots of Joy Behar & Michael Imperioli.
Stranger Than Fiction
S11 Ep3 | 52m 10s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. reveals inspiring ancestors of novelist Amy Tan & poet Rita Dove.
Dreamers One And All
S11 Ep4 | 52m 10s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the ancestry of actor Sharon Stone & model Chrissy Teigen.
Family Recipes
S11 Ep5 | 52m 10s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the ancestry of notable chefs José Andrés & Sean Sherman.
Latin Roots
S11 Ep6 | 52m 10s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. meets musician Rubén Blades & journalist Natalie Morales.
The Ties That Bind
S11 Ep7 | 52m 10s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. maps the roots of married actors Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard.
The Butterfly Effect
S11 Ep8 | 52m 10s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the family trees of actors Debra Messing & Melanie Lynskey.
Moving On Up
S11 Ep9 | 52m 10s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. maps the roots of actor Sheryl Lee Ralph & historian Lonnie Bunch.
Finding My Roots
S11 Ep10 | 52m 10s
Family mysteries are solved for actor Laurence Fishburne & scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Born to Sing
S10 Ep1 | 52m 9s
Explore the roots of Alanis Morissette and Ciara and their hidden connections to history.
Forever Young
S10 Ep2 | 52m 9s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. unearths the hidden roots of Valerie Bertinelli and Brendan Fraser.
Fathers and Sons
S10 Ep3 | 52m 9s
LeVar Burton & Wes Studi grew up fatherless, haunted by questions about their family trees
Buried Secrets
S10 Ep4 | 52m 9s
Sammy Hagar and Ed O’Neill discover the dramatic stories hidden within their own roots.
Hold the Laughter
S10 Ep5 | 52m 9s
Bob Odenkirk and Iliza Shlesinger—two very funny people whose family trees brim with drama
Far and Away
S10 Ep6 | 52m 9s
Sunny Hostin and Jesse Williams discover ancestors from very diverse places.
The Brick Wall Falls
S10 Ep7 | 52m 9s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. shares ancestry with actor Danielle Brooks & singer Dionne Warwick.
Mean Streets
S10 Ep8 | 52m 9s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. maps family trees of comedian Tracy Morgan & actor Anthony Ramos.
In the Blood
S10 Ep9 | 52m 9s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers the surprising roots of Michael Douglas & Lena Dunham.
Viewers Like You
S10 Ep10 | 52m 9s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. solves mysteries for 3 everyday Americans chosen to be guests.
Hidden Kin
S9 Ep1 | 52m 9s
We explore Edward Norton and Julia Roberts' roots, revealing their hidden connections.
Salem’s Lot
S9 Ep2 | 52m 9s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. takes Claire Danes and Jeff Daniels on a journey into their roots.
Secret Lives
S9 Ep3 | 52m 9s
Comedians Carol Burnett and Niecy Nash discover scandals hidden within their roots.
Far from Home
S9 Ep4 | 52m 9s
Cyndi Lauper, Jamie Chung and Danny Trejo uncover the stories of their immigrant ancestors
Rising From the Ashes
S9 Ep5 | 52m 9s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the roots of actors Brian Cox and Viola Davis.
Family: Lost and Found
S9 Ep6 | 52m 9s
Joe Manganiello and Tony Gonzalez discover close relatives whose names they’ve never heard
Chosen
S9 Ep7 | 52m 9s
David Duchovny and Richard Kind trace their Jewish roots from Eastern Europe to the US.
And Still I Rise
S9 Ep8 | 52m 9s
Henry Louis Gates reveals the unexpected family trees of Angela Y. Davis and Jeh Johnson
Anchormen
S9 Ep9 | 52m 9s
Journalists Jim Acosta and Van Jones uncover the ancestors who blazed a trail for them.
Out of the Past
S9 Ep10 | 52m 9s
Henry Louis Gates uncovers the lost roots of actors Billy Crudup and Tamera Mowry-Housley.
Hidden in the Genes
S8 Ep1 | 52m 9s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. investigates the family history of Rebecca Hall & Lee Daniels
Things We Don’t Discuss
S8 Ep4 | 52m 9s
Pamela Adlon and Kathryn Hahn discover the truth about their scandal-plagued ancestors.
Mexican Roots
S8 Ep5 | 49m 54s
Mario Lopez and Melissa Villaseñor look at The Mexican-American experience.
Fighters
S8 Ep6 | 49m 54s
Terry Crews and Tony Danza find they aren’t the first in their families to beat the odds.
Forgotten Journeys
S8 Ep7 | 52m 9s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps John Leguizamo and Lena Waithe retrace their ancestral paths.
Songs of the Past
S8 Ep8 | 52m 9s
Broadway stars Leslie Odom, Jr. and Nathan Lane meet a cast of inspiring ancestors.
Watchmen
S8 Ep9 | 49m 54s
Regina King and Damon Lindelof discover that they have more in common than meets the eye.
Where Did We Come From?
S8 Ep10 | 52m 14s
Erin Burnett, Amy Carlson and André Leon Talley trace their ancestral roots.
Anchored to the Past
S7 Ep8 | 52m 10s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. discovers the lineages of Gretchen Carlson and Don Lemon.
The Irish Factor
S3 Ep2 | 52m 40s
Explore the shared Irish ancestry of three powerful social commentators of our times.
In Search of Our Fathers
S2 Ep1 | 53m 11s
Uncover the paternal ancestry of Stephen King, Gloria Reuben and Courtney B. Vance.
Born Champions
S2 Ep2 | 53m 11s
Examine the ancestral origins of athletes Derek Jeter, Billie Jean King and Rebecca Lobo.
Our American Storytellers
S2 Ep3 | 53m 1s
Learn about the lives of the forebears of Ken Burns, Anderson Cooper & Anna Deavere Smith.
Roots of Freedom
S2 Ep4 | 52m 40s
The ancestors of Khandi Alexander and Ben Jealous fight for freedom.
We Come from People
S2 Ep6 | 53m 1s
Trace the roots of Nas, Angela Bassett and Valerie Jarrett into the heart of slavery.
Our People Our Traditions
S2 Ep7 | 52m 51s
Examine the Jewish heritage of Alan Dershowitz, Carole King and Tony Kushner.
The British Invasion
S2 Ep8 | 52m 20s
Explore the British influence in the lives of Deepak Chopra, Sally Field and Sting.
Ancient Roots
S2 Ep9 | 52m 51s
Trace the histories of Tina Fey, David Sedaris and George Stephanopoulos.
Decoding Our Past Through DNA
S2 Ep10 | 52m 20s
DNA analysis challenges guests’ ideas about their family’s history and their identities.
John Lewis and Cory Booker
S1 Ep1 | 52m 40s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. examines the pasts of politicians, John Lewis and Cory Booker.
Branford Marsalis and Harry Connick, Jr.
S1 Ep2 | 52m 40s
The family histories of New Orleans musicians Branford Marsalis and Harry Connick Jr.
Barbara Walters and Geoffrey Canada
S1 Ep3 | 52m 40s
The ancestral pasts of journalist Barbara Walters and educator Geoffrey Canada.
Kyra Sedgwick and Kevin Bacon
S1 Ep4 | 52m 40s
The ancestral pasts of married Hollywood actors Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick.
Rick Warren, Angela Buchdahl, and Yasir Qadhi
S1 Ep5 | 52m 40s
The family histories of Pastor Rick Warren, Rabbi Angela Buchdahl, and Sheikh Yasir Qadhi.
Robert Downey, Jr. and Maggie Gyllenhaal
S1 Ep6 | 52m 40s
A look at the ancestral pasts of actors Robert Downey, Jr. and Maggie Gyllenhaal.
Samuel L. Jackson, Condoleezza Rice, and Ruth Simmons
S1 Ep7 | 52m 40s
The ancestral pasts of Samuel L. Jackson, Condoleezza Rice, and Ruth Simmons.
Martha Stewart, Margaret Cho, and Sanjay Gupta
S1 Ep8 | 52m 40s
The ancestral pasts of Martha Stewart, Margaret Cho, and Sanjay Gupta.
John Legend and Wanda Sykes
S1 Ep9 | 52m 40s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. reveals the ancestral pasts of John Legend and Wanda Sykes.
Adrian Grenier, Michelle Rodriguez, and Linda Chavez
S1 Ep10 | 52m 41s
The ancestral pasts of Adrian Grenier, Michelle Rodriguez, and Linda Chavez.
Finding Your Own Roots: 8 Tips for Creating Your Family Tree
5m 27s
Tips from the Finding Your Roots research team to assist in your own genealogy research!
Season 11: Extended Trailer
3m 13s
FINDING YOUR ROOTS returns for a new season of genealogical surprises and DNA revelations
FINDING YOUR ROOTS returns for a new season of genealogical surprises and DNA revelations.
Larger Than Life Preview
S11 Ep1 | 30s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. connects Lea Salonga & Amanda Seyfried to their dramatic ancestors.
Amanda Seyfried Discovers Ancestor Was an Army Musician
S11 Ep1 | 4m 13s
Amanda Seyfried's third great grandfather played the fife and fought for the Union to end slavery
Lea Salonga Uncovers Her German Ancestry
S11 Ep1 | 3m 47s
Lea Salonga discovers the roots of her maternal great great grandfather, Pedro Malhabor.
La Famiglia Preview
S11 Ep2 | 30s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the Italian roots of Joy Behar & Michael Imperioli.
The Train Accident in Michael Imperioli’s Family History
S11 Ep2 | 4m 2s
Michael Imperioli learns about his maternal great grandfather's death as a train worker in New York.
Joy Behar Discovers Her Grandfather’s Immigrant Story
S11 Ep2 | 4m 3s
Joy Behar's grandparents move to America and forge a new life.
Amy Tan Learns About Her Father’s Past in China
S11 Ep3 | 4m 11s
Amy discovers records of her father's immigration from China and his many accomplishments.
Rita Dove’s Ancestor Had Run-Ins With the Law
S11 Ep3 | 4m 19s
Rita learns about her grandfather's criminal charges and trying adulthood.
Stranger Than Fiction Preview
S11 Ep3 | 30s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. reveals inspiring ancestors of novelist Amy Tan & poet Rita Dove.
Chrissy Teigen Discovers Very Unique Lost Family History
S11 Ep4 | 4m 7s
Chrissy learns the true roots of her grandmother Ruth, and details of her great grandparents lives.
The Hardships in Sharon Stone’s Ancestry
S11 Ep4 | 4m 13s
Sharon learns about the hardships endured by her mother and her paternal ancestors.
Dreamers One and All Preview
S11 Ep4 | 30s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the ancestry of actor Sharon Stone & model Chrissy Teigen.
Family Recipes Preview
S11 Ep5 | 30s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the ancestry of notable chefs José Andrés & Sean Sherman.
Latin Roots Preview
S11 Ep6 | 30s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. meets musician Rubén Blades & journalist Natalie Morales.
Rubén Blades Traces His Panamanian Heritage
S11 Ep6 | 4m 5s
Rubén learns about the difficult life of his African ancestor in Panama on his mother's side.
The Complex Chapter in Natalie Morales’ Family History
S11 Ep6 | 3m 59s
Natalie learns about her maternal third great grandfather, Domingos.
The Ties That Bind Preview
S11 Ep7 | 30s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. maps the roots of married actors Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard.
Dax Shepard’s Ninth Great-Grandfather Journeyed to America
S11 Ep7 | 4m 56s
Dax hears about the life of his ninth great-grandfather who immigrated from France to Canada.
Kristen Bell Learns of Family’s Generational Trauma
S11 Ep7 | 5m 10s
Kristen learns about her grandfather and great grandfather's generational trauma.
The Butterfly Effect Preview
S11 Ep8 | 30s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the family trees of actors Debra Messing & Melanie Lynskey.
Debra Messing’s Polish Ancestors Voyaged to New York
S11 Ep8 | 3m 53s
Debra discovers her grandfather's earliest years in America after leaving Poland.
Melanie Lynskey Learns of a Long-Lost Relative
S11 Ep8 | 4m 21s
Melanie discovers a potential match for her great-grandfather.
Moving On Up Preview
S11 Ep9 | 30s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. maps the roots of actor Sheryl Lee Ralph & historian Lonnie Bunch.
FINDING YOUR ROOTS with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. returns for its 10th season on PBS
Born to Sing Preview
S10 Ep1 | 32s
Henry Louis Gates , Jr. explores history & music with singers Alanis Morissette & Ciara.
Alanis Morissette’s Daredevil Ancestors Memorialized in Song
S10 Ep1 | 4m 3s
Alanis Morissette's ancestor attempted to ride a boat over a waterfall in Ontario.
Ciara’s Deep Southern Roots
S10 Ep1 | 6m 11s
Ciara learns about her great-grandfather Luther's upbringing on a cotton farm
Ciara Discovers Her Ancestors’ Hidden Relationship
S10 Ep1 | 6m 37s
Ciara discovers that one of her biological ancestors was not who the records show he was.
The Mystery of Alanis Morissette’s Missing Family Members
S10 Ep1 | 5m 6s
Alanis Morissette discusses her Hungarian Jewish heritage.
Forever Young Preview
S10 Ep2 | 31s
Valerie Bertinelli & Brendan Fraser discover ancestors who paved the way for their success
Brendan Fraser’s Austrian Ancestry Revealed
S10 Ep2 | 4m 5s
Brendan learns that his great-grandfather, Herman Drobesch, was Austrian, not German.
Journey From Brazil to Becoming a Baker
S10 Ep2 | 7m 43s
Valerie Bertinelli explores the hardships and challenge her ancestors faced.
Brendan Fraser’s Ancestor Attempted Murder!
S10 Ep2 | 3m 47s
Brendan Fraser learns ancestor shot at his job successor after he was fired for striking.
The Secret Marriage in Valerie Bertinelli’s Family History
S10 Ep2 | 7m 4s
Valerie Bertinelli's grandfather left his pregnant wife when he emigrated from Italy to US
Fathers and Sons Preview
S10 Ep3 | 30s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. introduces LeVar Burton & Wes Studi to families they’ve never known
How Wes Studi Got Into Theater
S10 Ep3 | 1m 22s
Wes Studi says he joined a theater company in Tulsa to meet new people after his divorce.
Levar Burton’s Emotional Connection to His Ancestors
S10 Ep3 | 4m 57s
LeVar Burton becomes emotional when he learns about his ancestor's connection to education
Levar Burton Reflects Proudly on “Reading Rainbow”
S10 Ep3 | 1m 4s
Levar Burton cites hosting and producing "Reading Rainbow" as his proudest achievement.
Wes Studi’s Discovers His Connection to the Trail of Tears
S10 Ep3 | 7m 34s
Wes hears the story of his how his ancestor journeyed on the Trail of Tears.
Buried Secrets Preview
S10 Ep4 | 31s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps Sammy Hagar & Ed O’Neill discover deep family secrets.
As a Boy, Ed O’Neill Acted Out Movie Scenes for Friends
S10 Ep4 | 1m 8s
Ed O'Neill caught the acting bug by re-enacting movie scenes to his childhood friends.
Sammy Hagar Discovers His True Biological Surname
S10 Ep4 | 7m 20s
Sammy Hagar's DNA test results show he doesn't genetically belong to the Hagar lineage.
Sammy Hagar Tears Up Over His Mother’s Hard Life
S10 Ep4 | 1m 13s
Reflecting on his mother's difficult upbringing moves Sammy Hagar to tears.
Ed O’Neill Learns About His Immigrant Ancestor’s Harsh Start
S10 Ep4 | 7m 36s
Ed O'Neill's maternal ancestors migrated from Ireland escape the Great Potato Famine.
Hold the Laughter Preview
S10 Ep5 | 31s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers the roots of comedians Bob Odenkirk & Iliza Shlesinger
Bob Odenkirk Learns The He is Descended from Royalty
S10 Ep5 | 1m 11s
Bob Odenkirk discovers that his sixth great-grandfather was the Duke of Plune.
Iliza Schlesinger Discovers Her Connection to the Holocaust
S10 Ep5 | 7m 51s
Iliza reacts emotionally to discovering her family's history is tied to the Holocaust.
Iliza Schlesinger’s Comedic DNA Cousin is Revealed
S10 Ep5 | 38s
Iliza Schlesinger is shocked to learn that her DNA cousin is a fellow famous comedian.
Far and Away Preview
S10 Ep6 | 32s
Henry Louis Gates explores the roots of journalist Sunny Hostin & actor Jesse Williams.
Sunny Hostin Explores Her Puerto Rican Roots
S10 Ep6 | 2m 36s
Sunny Hostin's traces her lineage back three generations to Aguadilla, Puerto Rico.
Jesse Williams Discovers the Story of An Enslaved Ancestor
S10 Ep6 | 2m 57s
Jesse learns about his ancestor, July Hadley's life as an enslaved individual.
Jesse Williams Learns About His Swedish Great Grandmother
S10 Ep6 | 5m 31s
Jesse learns about his great grandmother on mother’s side from Sweden, who was a singer.
Sunny Hostin Learns About Her Grandmother’s Missing Father
S10 Ep6 | 6m 4s
A 1940 census, reveals that Sonny Hostin's grandmother's father was absent from her home
The Brick Wall Falls Preview
S10 Ep7 | 32s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. shares ancestry with actor Danielle Brooks & singer Dionne Warwick.
Dionne Warwick Explores the Roots of Her Singing Grandfather
S10 Ep7 | 6m 44s
Dionne Warwick explores her family history, focusing on her maternal grandfather.
Dionne Warwick Reflects on the Ugly Legacy Slavery
S10 Ep7 | 5m 44s
Dionne Warwick reacts powerfully to seeing her ancestor listed in an 1870 slave schedule.
Danielle Brooks Learns the Dollar Value of Her Ancestors
S10 Ep7 | 6m 42s
Danielle Brooks learns the dollar value of her enslaved fifth great-grandparents.
Mean Streets Preview
S10 Ep8 | 32s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. maps family trees of comedian Tracy Morgan & actor Anthony Ramos.
Anthony Ramos Traces Roots Back to Ninth Great-Grandparents
S10 Ep8 | 6m 5s
Anthony Ramos traces his father's mother's roots back to his ninth great grandparents.
Tracy Morgan Discovers His Jewish Great-Great Grandfather
S10 Ep8 | 4m 58s
Tracy's family history unfolds with surprising revelations about his great-grandparents.
Tracy Morgan Discovers a Pre-Civil War Freed Ancestor
S10 Ep8 | 5m 46s
Tracy Morgan's third great-grandfather lived as a free man prior to The Civil War.
Anthony Ramos’ Ancestor was Enslaved by Conquistadors
S10 Ep8 | 5m 13s
Anthony Ramos learns about his 15th great-grandfather's fate at the hand of a conquistador
In the Blood Preview
S10 Ep9 | 31s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers the surprising roots of Michael Douglas & Lena Dunham.
Lena Dunham Uncovers Her Ancestor’s Complex Legacy
S10 Ep9 | 5m 8s
Lena Dunham confronts the more troubling aspects of her ancestor's legacy.
Michael Douglas Unravels His Family’s Secret Past
S10 Ep9 | 7m 15s
Join Michael Douglas on a riveting quest into his family's hidden history
Lena Dunham’s Ancestors’ Heartbreaking Story of Survival
S10 Ep9 | 4m 59s
Lena Dunham's journey to uncover her family's past reveals a connection to the Holocaust.
Viewers Like You Preview
S10 Ep10 | 32s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. solves mysteries for 3 everyday Americans chosen to be guests.
Unraveling the Willis Family Mystery
S10 Ep10 | 6m 8s
Join Joyce Willis as she embarks on a riveting exploration into her family history.
Megan Robertson’s Search for Her Great-Grandfather’s Roots
S10 Ep10 | 5m 4s
Megan Robertson embarks on a quest to demystify the lineage of her great-grandfather.
Terrie Morrow’s Quest to Unveil Her Great-Grandfather’s Origins
S10 Ep10 | 5m 8s
Join Terrie Morrow as she embarks on an odyssey to resolve a longstanding family puzzle.
Megan Robertson and the Mystery of Green’s Real Father
S10 Ep10 | 6m 27s
Join speech therapist Megan Robertson as she delves into a longstanding family mystery.
Extended Trailer
3m 13s
Renowned scholar Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. returns for a new season of FINDING YOUR ROOTS
Hidden Kin Preview
S9 Ep1 | 33s
Edward Norton and Julia Roberts discover their hidden connections to American history.
Edward Norton’s Great-Great-Grandfather Was Murdered
S9 Ep1 | 4m 3s
Edward Norton knew a lot about his family history, but was unaware of one shocking death.
Julia Roberts Learns of Swedish Ancestors’ Humble Beginnings
S9 Ep1 | 5m 50s
Julia Roberts learns about the harsh living conditions of her Swedish Ancestors.
Salem’s Lot Preview
S9 Ep2 | 32s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. takes Claire Danes and Jeff Daniels on a journey into their roots.
Jeff Daniels Ancestors Testified in the Salem Witch Trials
S9 Ep2 | 7m 37s
Jeff Daniels discovers his 8th great grandfather testified at the Salem Witch Trials.
Claire Danes Discovers Her Great-Grandfather’s WWI Sacrifice
S9 Ep2 | 5m 58s
Claire Danes discovers the story of her great-grandfather's heroic sacrifice in WWI.
Secret Lives Preview
S9 Ep3 | 32s
Comedians Carol Burnett and Niecy Nash discover scandals hidden within their roots.
Niecy Nash Discovers Her Ancestor’s History as Slaves
S9 Ep3 | 5m 40s
Niecy Nash reads the first tangible evidence she's seen about her slave ancestors.
Carol Burnett Learns Who Fought in Wars — and Who Fled
S9 Ep3 | 4m 28s
Carol Burnett uncovers some surprising connections between her family and the Civil War.
Far From Home Preview
S9 Ep4 | 32s
Cyndi Lauper, Jamie Chung and Danny Trejo uncover the stories of their immigrant ancestors
Cyndi Lauper’s Ancestors Played a Part in a Swiss Rebellion
S9 Ep4 | 4m 4s
Cyndi Lauper's great-grandfather organized a rebellion in Switzerland in the 1650s.
Danny Trejo Learns About His Ancestors’ Journey to the U.S.
S9 Ep4 | 5m 34s
Danny Trejo learns about his great-grandparents' journey by foot from Mexico to the U.S.
Rising From the Ashes Preview
S9 Ep5 | 32s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the roots of actors Brian Cox and Viola Davis.
The Hidden Truth in Viola Davis’ Family Tree
S9 Ep5 | 10m 16s
Viola Davis and Prof. Gates discover a surprising secret her grandfather kept to himself.
Brian Cox’s Grandfather Was Exposed to Poison Gas in WWI
S9 Ep5 | 4m 25s
Brian Cox learns that his grandfather was likely exposed to poison gas in WWI.
Family: Lost and Found Preview
S9 Ep6 | 32s
Joe Manganiello and Tony Gonzalez discover close relatives whose names they’ve never heard
Tony Gonzalez’ Ancestors’ Incredible Reunion After Slavery
S9 Ep6 | 6m 20s
Tony Gonzalez discovers his ancestors' remarkable reunion after separating during slavery.
Joe Manganiello’s Great-Grandmother Escaped Genocide
S9 Ep6 | 4m 27s
Joe Manganiello says his maternal great-grandmother survived the Armenian Genocide.
Chosen Preview
S9 Ep7 | 32s
David Duchovny and Richard Kind trace their Jewish roots from Europe and the Middle East.
Why Did David Duchovny’s Family Come to America Then Leave?
S9 Ep7 | 7m 19s
David Duchovny traces his family journey to New York, separation and reunion.
I’m Gonna Cry Aren’t I?:Richard Kind’s Holocaust Connection
S9 Ep7 | 5m 34s
Much to his surprise, actor Richard Kind discovers that he had ancestors in the Holocaust.
And Still I Rise Preview
S9 Ep8 | 32s
Henry Louis Gates reveals the unexpected family trees of Angela Y. Davis and Jeh Johnson
Angela Davis’ Great-Grandfather Took a Slaveowner to Court
S9 Ep8 | 5m 42s
Angela Davis' great-grandfather marks her family's transition from slavery to freedom.
Jeh Johnson’s Grandfather was a Renowned Sociologist at Fisk
S9 Ep8 | 7m 14s
Jeh Johnson discusses the many accomplished ancestors on both sides of his family.
Anchormen Preview
S9 Ep9 | 32s
Journalists Jim Acosta and Van Jones uncover the ancestors who blazed a trail for them.
Out of the Past Preview
S9 Ep10 | 32s
Henry Louis Gates uncovers the lost roots of actors Billy Crudup and Tamera Mowry-Housley.
Hidden in the Genes Preview
S8 Ep1 | 31s
Tune in to our season premiere this week with filmmakers Rebecca Hall and Lee Daniels.
“Passing” Helps Rebecca Hall Uncover a Family Mystery
S8 Ep1 | 1m 12s
"Passing" helps Rebecca Hall bring questions about her grandfather's ethnicity into focus.
Rebecca Hall Discovers Her Ancestors’ Ethnicities
S8 Ep1 | 1m 12s
The 1910 census holds clues about the true ethnicity of Rebecca Hall’s grandfather.
Lee Daniels Discovers Surprising Familial Ties
S8 Ep1 | 1m 23s
Lee Daniels discovers surprising familial ties between his biological grandparents.
Lee Daniels Is DNA Cousins with Mia Farrow
S8 Ep1 | 40s
Lee is shocked when his celebrity DNA cousin is revealed to be Mia Farrow.
One of the Most Prominent African Americans in Washington
S8 Ep1 | 1m 16s
A newspaper article reveals the myriad accomplishments of Rebecca’s great-grandfather.
Clues About Lee Daniels’ Fun-Loving Side of the Family
S8 Ep1 | 1m 3s
An 1850 census may hold the key to Lee’s affinity to his grandma’s fun-loving family.
Lee Daniels Delves into a Special Family Connection
S8 Ep1 | 48s
Lee Daniels learns about his ancestors’ very restrictive “free” existence in Delaware.
Activist Roots Preview
S8 Ep2 | 32s
Dr. Gates explores the ancestral roots of Brittany Packnett Cunningham and Anita Hill.
Brittany Packnett Cunningham Yearns to Know Her Grandfather
S8 Ep2 | 1m 16s
Brittany Packnett Cunningham says she yearns to learn the identity of her grandfather.
Brittany Packnett Cunningham Meets Her Great-Grandparents
S8 Ep2 | 55s
Brittany Packnett Cunningham learns the identity of her great-grandparents.
Anita Hill Wins “The Genealogical Jackpot”
S8 Ep2 | 1m 13s
A rare census finding leads to the revelation of Anita Hill's great-great-grandfather.
Anita Hill Unpacks Her Optimism and Humble Beginnings
S8 Ep2 | 1m 17s
Anita Hill says she was always optimistic about her future because of her mother’s spirit.
Anita Hill Learns Her Great-Great Grandparents’ Identities
S8 Ep2 | 1m 22s
Anita Hill meets her great-great grandparents who were listed in the 1870 census.
Destination: Cambridge. Occupation: Teaching
S8 Ep3 | 1m 3s
Raul learns about his maternal great-grandmother's stint at Harvard.
Raúl Esparza Reads His Grandfather’s Congressional Testimony
S8 Ep3 | 1m 30s
Raúl Esparza Reads His Grandfather’s Congressional Testimony
David Chang Discusses Things His Family Never Talks About
S8 Ep3 | 1m 25s
David Chang describes being aware of his parents’ vastly different economic backgrounds.
David Chang Shares A Story Relatable to Many Immigrant Kids
S8 Ep3 | 1m 6s
David Chang discusses his mother’s culinary influence on him.
David Chang Imagines His Great-Grandfather’s Life in America
S8 Ep3 | 1m 4s
David Chang reacts to reading his great-grandfather's application to Yale Divinity School.
Raul Esparza on His Father’s Disillusionment with Castro
S8 Ep3 | 36s
Raul Esparza describes his father’s and uncle’s disillusionment with Cuba's Castro regime.
Things We Don’t Discuss Preview
S8 Ep4 | 32s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers the ancestral roots of Pamela Adlon and Kathryn Hahn.
Kathryn Hahn is DNA Cousins with Regina King
S8 Ep4 | 1m
Kathryn Hahn discovers that she shares her European genetic lineage with Regina King.
Kathryn Hahn Gets to the Bottom of a Family Scandal
S8 Ep4 | 1m 30s
Why Kathryn Hahn's 3rd Great-Grandfather forced to leave Germany.
Pamela Adlon Learns About Her Relative’s Capture by Nazis
S8 Ep4 | 1m 8s
Pamela Adlon learns details about her relatives' capture by the Nazis.
Kathryn Hahn 3rd Great-Grandfather’s “New Family”
S8 Ep4 | 1m 27s
Kathryn Hahn learns about the new family her 3rd great-grandfather started in America.
Pamela Adlon’s Great-Great-Grandfather Was a Rabbi
S8 Ep4 | 1m 11s
Pamela Adlon looks at a photo of her great-great grandfather’s gravestone.
Kathryn Hahn Reads Her Third Great-Grandfather’s Obit
S8 Ep4 | 1m 19s
Kathryn Hahn wonders if her 3rd great-grandfather regretted leaving his wife in Germany.
Pamela Adlon’s DNA Cousin is Meryl Streep
S8 Ep4 | 1m 5s
Pamela Adlon is overjoyed to find that her DNA cousin is Meryl Streep.
Pamela Adlon Has an Aunt She Didn’t Know Existed
S8 Ep4 | 1m 19s
Pamela Adlon is overjoyed by the discovery that her mother has a half-sister who is alive.
Pamela Adlon Knows The Importance of Knowing Your Roots
S8 Ep4 | 1m 2s
Pamela Adlon says she thinks it's for people to learn more about their family histories.
Mexican Roots Preview
S8 Ep5 | 31s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. welcomes guests Mario Lopez and Melissa Villaseñor
Mario Lopez’ Ancestors Came to America… and Left
S8 Ep5 | 41s
Mario Lopez discovers that his great-grandfather once visited America.
Mario Lopez’ Grandfather’s Immigration Story
S8 Ep5 | 1m 36s
Mario Lopez learns about his grandfather's plan to become a U.S. citizen.
Melissa Villaseñor Discovers Her Relative’s Tragic Ending
S8 Ep5 | 1m 8s
Melissa Villaseñor reads about the shooting death of her great-grandfather.
Melissa Villaseñor Learns Her Great-Grandmother’s Lost Story
S8 Ep5 | 1m 5s
Melissa Villaseñor gets emotional reading the 1908 birth record of her great-grandmother.
A Family, Torn Apart by Slavery, Reunites
S8 Ep6 | 1m 29s
Terry Crews learns an ancestral family was reunited after being sold off as slaves
Tony Danza ‘s Grandfather Endured Harsh Working Conditions
S8 Ep6 | 1m 45s
Tony Danza wells up with emotion while learning about his grandfather's grueling existence
Terry Crews Discovers His Grandfather Abandoned His Family
S8 Ep6 | 52s
Terry Crews discovers that his grandmother sued his grandfather for abandonment.
Forgotten Journeys Preview
S8 Ep7 | 32s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps John Leguizamo and Lena Waithe retrace their ancestral paths.
Lena Waithe Learns the Source of the Name “Waithe”
S8 Ep7 | 1m 21s
Lena Waithe reacts to hearing that her surname derives from slave owners in Barbados.
Lena Waithe Learns Grim Statistics on Slave Life Expectancy
S8 Ep7 | 1m 22s
Lena Waithe learns about the short life expectancy of slaves on a sugar plantation.
Lena Waithe Discovers Her First Free, Post-Slavery Ancestor
S8 Ep7 | 1m 36s
Lena Waithe expresses gratitude for the unimaginable hardships her ancestors endured.
John Leguizamo’s Lineage is Traced Back 17 Generations
S8 Ep7 | 1m
We traced John Leguizamo’s lineage back to 17 generations of surprising ancestors.
John Leguizamo Learns About His 9th Great-Grandfather
S8 Ep7 | 1m 6s
John Leguizamo is stunned by how far back his lineage has been traced.
Songs of the Past Preview
S8 Ep8 | 32s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. accompanies Broadway stars Leslie Odom, Jr. and Nathan Lane.
Nathan Lane’s Grandfather Died in a Workhouse
S8 Ep8 | 51s
Nathan Lane gets disturbing news that his great-great-grandfather died in a workhouse.
Leslie Odom, Jr.’s Great-Grandfather Comes to America
S8 Ep8 | 1m 29s
Leslie Odom, Jr.'s great-grandfather's name appears on a ship's manifest from 1920.
Leslie Odom, Jr. on How “Hamilton” Changed His Life
S8 Ep8 | 1m 6s
Leslie Odom, Jr. on how colorblind casting in “Hamilton: The Musical” changed Broadway.
Leslie Odom, Jr.’s 5th Great-Grandfather Was a Slaveowner
S8 Ep8 | 1m 14s
Leslie Odom, Jr. wrestles with the realization that his 5th great-grandfather owned slaves
Leslie Odom, Jr.: His Ancestors Were People, Not Possessions
S8 Ep8 | 1m 38s
Leslie Odom, Jr. gets emotional hearing the "dollar value" of his enslaved ancestors.
Regina King: “This is Pretty Fantastic”
S8 Ep9 | 1m 20s
Regina King sheds tears of joy reading the voter registration card of one of her ancestors
Damon Lindelof Learns of the Horrific Fate of Relatives
S8 Ep9 | 2m 7s
Damon Lindelof learns that Nazis Killed an entire family of his relatives in Poland.
We’re Two Generations Removed From Potential Obliteration
S8 Ep9 | 1m 32s
Damon Lindelof reads an account of the atrocities committed by Nazi troops in Bialystok.
Regina King: “Seeing it Written Hits Differently”
S8 Ep9 | 1m 20s
Regina King reads a will detailing her ancestor's bequeathment from slaveholder to son.
Where Did We Come From? Preview
S8 Ep10 | 32s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. journeys with Erin Burnett, Amy Carlson and André Leon Talley.
Erin Burnett Reads Her Great-Grandmother’s Baptism Record
S8 Ep10 | 1m 14s
Erin Burnett reads the baptism record of her great-grandmother.
Amy Carlson Loves Her Great-Great Grandparents’ Meet-Cute
S8 Ep10 | 42s
Amy Carlson reacts to learning about the adorable way her great-great-grandparents met.
Erin Burnett Learns About Her Ancestors’ Rare Divorce
S8 Ep10 | 1m 27s
The divorce of Erin Burnett’s great-great-grandfather from his first wife made headlines.
André Leon Talley: “Everyone in That Church was a Queen”
S8 Ep10 | 56s
André Leon Talley’s fashion muse was none other than his grandmother.
André Leon Talley Grandfather Was Stationed in France
S8 Ep10 | 1m 42s
André Leon Talley learns that his grandfather was stationed in France in WWI.
Amy Carlson Admires Her Sixth-Great Grandmother’s Stoicism
S8 Ep10 | 36s
When Amy Carlson's sixth great-grandfather died in battle, one of his sons replaced him.
André Leon Talley Stunned by Ancestor’s Bequeathment
S8 Ep10 | 55s
André Leon Talley reads a will in which his ancestor was given away as slave property.
To the Manor Born Preview
S7 Ep1 | 32s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. discovers the lineages that claim Glenn Close and John Waters.
Glenn Close’s Relative Was Disowned by the Quakers
S7 Ep1 | 1m 8s
Glenn Close discovers that the Quakers disowned her ancestor.
The Howdy Doody Show Inspired John Waters
S7 Ep1 | 44s
John Waters knew from an early age he wanted to work in entertainment.
Against All Odds Preview
S7 Ep2 | 31s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. introduces Andy Cohen and Nina Totenberg.
Andy Cohen Meets His Ancestors in a Newspaper Article
S7 Ep2 | 1m 16s
Andy Cohen discovers a newspaper article about his great-great-grandfather.
No Irish Need Apply Preview
S7 Ep3 | 33s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the roots of actor Jane Lynch and comedian Jim Gaffigan.
How the Catholic Church Impacted Jane Lynch’s Acting Career
S7 Ep3 | 48s
Jane Lynch discusses her upbringing in the Irish Catholic Church.
The Shirts on Their Backs Preview
S7 Ep4 | 34s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. reveals the roots of Tony Shalhoub and Christopher Meloni.
Only in America
S7 Ep4 | 2m 39s
Christopher Meloni discovers that his great-grandfather was an orphan.
Christopher Meloni’s Journey to Find a Hollywood Agent
S7 Ep4 | 1m 18s
Christopher Meloni opens up about how he found his passion in acting.
DNA Cousin with Nancy Pelosi
S7 Ep4 | 41s
Christopher Meloni discovers he is DNA Cousins with Nancy Pelosi
Anti-Immigrant Sentiment
S7 Ep4 | 1m 14s
Tony Shalhoub reflects on Anti-immigrant sentiments from 1898.
How Tony Shalhoub’s Family Contributed to His Success
S7 Ep4 | 54s
Tony Shalhoub opens up about how supportive his family is.
Write My Name in the Book of Life Preview
S7 Ep5 | 34s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps musician Pharrell Williams and filmmaker Kasi Lemmons.
Kasi Lemmons Is Moved to Learn About Her African Ancestors
S7 Ep5 | 2m 9s
Kasi Lemmons learns the story behind her family's last name.
DNA Cousins with Kevin Bacon
S7 Ep5 | 59s
Kasi Lemmons learns that she is DNA cousins with Kevin Bacon.
Experiencing Slavery So Intimately
S7 Ep5 | 45s
Pharrell Williams opens up about the impact of learning about his family tree.
Dark Origins of A Surname
S7 Ep5 | 1m 1s
Pharrell Williams learns of the dark history behind his surname.
How Pharrell Williams’ “Happy” Impacted His Outlook on Music
S7 Ep5 | 47s
Pharrell Williams discusses the power behind his popular song, “Happy.”
Country Roots Preview
S7 Ep6 | 34s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers the backgrounds of musicians Clint Black and Rosanne Cash.
Clint Black Learns the Truth About His Great-Grandfather
S7 Ep6 | 50s
Clint Black discovers the truth behind his great-grandfather's immigration.
Johnny Cash was an Amateur Genealogist
S7 Ep6 | 1m 12s
Rosanne Cash opens up about how her father, Johnny Cash, was an amateur genealogist.
African American Ancestry
S7 Ep6 | 1m 27s
Rosanne Cash discovers that she has African American ancestry.
DNA cousins with Angela Bassett
S7 Ep6 | 55s
Rosanne Cash discovers that she is DNA cousins with Angela Bassett.
The New World Preview
S7 Ep7 | 30s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces ancestors of John Lithgow and Maria Hinojosa.
Imprisoned Puritan Great-Grandfather
S7 Ep7 | 1m 28s
John Lithgow learns that his great-grandfather was arrested for his religious beliefs.
Dr. Gates, Jr. Reveals He’s DNA Cousins with John Lithgow
S7 Ep7 | 55s
John Lithgow and Henry Louis Gates, Jr. are DNA cousins!
Maria Hinojosa Discovers Her Ancestor Founded a City
S7 Ep7 | 2m 23s
Maria Hinojosa discovers that she is the 11th great-granddaughter of a conquistador.
Maria Hinojosa’s Great-Great-Grandfather Was a Railway CEO
S7 Ep7 | 1m 16s
Maria Hinojosa discovers that her great-great grandfather was an investor in railways.
John Lithgow’s Family Fled The Dominican Republic
S7 Ep7 | 1m 54s
John Lithgow finds out that his great great grandfather was on the front line of the war.
John Lithgow’s Ongoing Cousin Reveal
S7 Ep7 | 1m 1s
John Lithgow learns that he is distant cousins with Clint Eastwood and other celebrities.
Anchored to the Past Preview
S7 Ep8 | 30s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. discovers the lineages of Gretchen Carlson and Don Lemon.
Don’s Dad and the Civil Rights Movement
S7 Ep8 | 1m 24s
Don Lemon learns that his father was a trailblazer during the Civil Rights Movement.
Don Lemon Learns How His Relatives Were Valued
S7 Ep8 | 2m 6s
Don Lemon finds evidence that his ancestors were sold for $1,800.
Main Motor’s History
S7 Ep8 | 1m 33s
Gretchen Carlson discovers the truth behind her grandfather’s family history.
Shame Hurts
S7 Ep8 | 1m 48s
Gretchen Carlson discusses how she felt shamed during her former pageantry journey.
Tenacity in the Genes
S7 Ep8 | 1m 46s
Gretchen Carlson learns that tenacity has run in the family for centuries.
On Broadway
S7 Ep9 | 30s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. examines the family histories of Audra McDonald and Mandy Patinkin.
Mandy Learns He Had Family Members in the Holocaust
S7 Ep9 | 2m 25s
Mandy Patinkin learns that he had family members in the Holocaust.
Audra McDonald Is Related to Sean “Diddy” Combs!
S7 Ep9 | 1m 18s
Audra MacDonald discovers that she is DNA cousins with Sean “P. Diddy” Combs.
Audra Reacts to Seeing Her Ancestors Listed as Property
S7 Ep9 | 1m 12s
In an 1860s census, we uncovered Audra McDonald’s ancestors listed in a slave schedule.
Maternal Third Great Grandparents Freed from Slavery
S7 Ep9 | 1m 20s
Audra McDonald learns her ancestors survived slavery and purchased land post-Civil War.
Mandy Explains His Favorite Line in Literature
S7 Ep9 | 1m 14s
Mandy Patinkin shares his favorite quote and it relates to his family discoveries.
Laughing on the Inside Preview
S7 Ep10 | 30s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. investigates the family history of Roy Wood, Jr. and Lewis Black.
Lewis Black and Marc Maron are DNA Cousins!
S7 Ep10 | 43s
Comedy runs in the family! Lewis Black and Marc Maron are cousins.
Roy Wood Jr.’s is DNA Cousins with Congressman John Lewis
S7 Ep10 | 51s
Roy Wood Jr. discovers his DNA cousin match is the great John Lewis.
Roy Wood Jr. Reflects on the Hopefulness He Has For His Son
S7 Ep10 | 2m 2s
Roy Wood Jr. learns how his ancestors and their children struggled through slavery.
Season 6 Preview
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Season six of Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. premieres on October 8th!
New Finding Your Roots Episodes Return This Fall
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New episodes of Finding Your Roots are back Tuesday, October 13, at 8/7c!
We’re Back! New Finding Your Roots
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New episodes of Finding Your Roots are back Tuesday, October 13, at 8/7c!
Hollywood Royalty Preview
S6 Ep1 | 30s
Anjelica Huston, Mia Farrow, and Isabella Rosselini learn their family histories.
Mia’s Grandparents
S6 Ep1 | 56s
Henry Lewis Gates Jr. reveals a shocking story about Mia's grandparents.
Isabella’s Surprise Celebrity Cousin
S6 Ep1 | 52s
Henry Lewis Gates Jr. Reveals Isabella's surprise celebrity cousin.
Anjelica’s 5th Great Grandfather
S6 Ep1 | 1m 20s
Anjelica learns that her 5th Great Grandfather freed his slaves in his last will.
Off the Farm Preview
S6 Ep2 | 30s
Dr. Gates helps Eric Stonestreet and Melissa McCarthy learn their family histories.
Melissa’s Great-Grandfather
S6 Ep2 | 1m 5s
Henry Lewis Gates Jr. talks through Melissa's Great-grandfather's death and how it affecte
Family Work Ethic
S6 Ep2 | 1m 8s
Eric talks about getting his work ethic from his dad and grandfather.
Keeping Family Close
S6 Ep2 | 50s
Melissa talks about keeping her family close and how it must come from her genetics.
A Great-Great-Grandfather’s Scandal
S6 Ep2 | 1m 31s
Henry Lewis Gates Jr. reveals Melissa's great-great-grandfather's scandal.
Eric’s Kansas Roots
S6 Ep2 | 1m 13s
Henry Lewis Gates Jr. reveals the first member of Eric's family to come to Kansas.
The Name Stonestreet
S6 Ep2 | 1m 21s
Henry Lewis Gates Jr. discovers how the name Stonestreet came to be.
Homecomings Preview
S6 Ep3 | 30s
Sterling K. Brown, Jon Batiste, and Shasheer Zamata learn their family histories.
Jon Batiste Ancestor Seen As “Property”
S6 Ep3 | 1m
Jon Batiste's ancestor, at age 3, is listed on a ledger as being someone’s "property."
Jon Batiste’s Ancestor Signs Name With “X”
S6 Ep3 | 1m 3s
Jon Batiste discovers his ancestor signed his name with “X” when registering to vote.
Jon Batiste’s Grandmother Moves to Oregon
S6 Ep3 | 1m 28s
Dr. Gates reveals why Jon Batiste's grandmothermoved from Georgia to Oregon.
Sterling K. Brown Recalls Last Moment He Saw His Dad Alive
S6 Ep3 | 1m 31s
Sterling K. Brown emotionally recalls seeing his Dad for the last time before his death.
Sterling K. Brown Learns About His Grandmother’s Death
S6 Ep3 | 1m 1s
Sterling K. Brown learns that his father also lost a parent at a very young age.
Sterling K. Brown Discovers Rare Roots
S6 Ep3 | 48s
Dr. Gates reveals Sterling K. Brown's rare ancestry.
Sasheer Zamata’s Great-Grandfather Founded the Town of Fargo
S6 Ep3 | 1m 21s
Sasheer Zamata's ancestor used 40 acres of his farm to a found a town for black homeowners
This Land Is My Land Preview
S6 Ep4 | 30s
Queen Latifah and Jeffrey Wright discover unexpected family trees.
Queen Latifah Discovers Ancestor’s Emancipation Document
S6 Ep4 | 2m 20s
Queen Latifah meets the woman that freed her ancestors from slavery.
Family Roots in U.S Back to 1776
S6 Ep4 | 1m 29s
Queen Latifah discovers family roots that reinforce a conviction she has always felt.
A Grandfather’s Imagery as a Black Man
S6 Ep4 | 1m 35s
Even today, Jeffrey Wright stands in awe of his grandfather's work ethic.
Taking Strength from Ancestors
S6 Ep4 | 1m 19s
Jeffrey Wright shares the strength and empowerment he draws from his ancestry.
Beyond the Pale Preview
S6 Ep5 | 30s
Jeff Goldblum, Terry Gross, and Marc Maron uncover unknown family histories.
Marc Maron’s Relationship with His Grandmother
S6 Ep5 | 50s
Marc Maron shares the powerful role his grandmother played in this life.
Marc Maron’s Ancestors Suffering in Europe
S6 Ep5 | 1m 15s
Marc Maron discovers an unknown history that may have affected family relationships.
Terry Gross on Getting Fired From Teaching
S6 Ep5 | 1m 11s
Terry Gross's career began in a place she couldn't fit — an 8th-grade classroom.
Terry Gross on Feeling Culturally Jewish
S6 Ep5 | 58s
Though raised Jewish, Terry Gross was never told much about her Jewish ancestors.
A Family’s Foresight to Flee
S6 Ep5 | 54s
Terry Gross discovers she only exists because of her grandparent's foresight.v
Jeff Goldblum’s Mother Taught Him to Stand up for Himself
S6 Ep5 | 1m 14s
Jeff Goldblum shares how his mother taught him to use the element of surprise.
A Joyful and Playful Mother
S6 Ep5 | 49s
Jeff Goldblum's mother liked to think of herself as a weaver of enchantment and charm.
Ancestors Coming to America
S6 Ep5 | 1m 3s
Jeff Goldblum discovers the incredible route his grandfather had to take to enter the U.S.
Secrets & Lies Preview
S6 Ep6 | 30s
Sigourney Weaver, Justina Machado, and Amy Ryan unearth surprising family histories.
Revolutionary War
S6 Ep6 | 1m 15s
Sigourney Weaver discovers her ancestor was one of the youngest soldiers to join the army.
Justina Machado Discovers Grandfather’s Hidden Past
S6 Ep6 | 1m 32s
Justina Machado learns her grandfather was sent to prison because of a relationship.
A Bad Lot
S6 Ep6 | 47s
A London newspaper runs a story about Amy Ryan's ancestor under the headline "A Bad Lot."
Science Pioneers Preview
S6 Ep7 | 30s
Francis Collins, Shirley Ann Jackson, and Harold E. Varmus learn their family histories.
Varmus Grandparents
S6 Ep7 | 57s
Dr. Harold E. Varmus expresses his gratitude to his grandparents for leaving Europe.
Take My Breath Away
S6 Ep7 | 1m 41s
Dr. Jackson views the 1836 estate records listing the names of her enslaved ancestors.
Revolutionary War
S6 Ep7 | 1m 1s
Dr. Francis Collins learns his ancestor was a Patriot that served in the Continental Army.
Freeing Slaves in 1804
S6 Ep7 | 1m 19s
Dr. Francis Collins learns his ancestors freed their slaves in 1804.
Slave Trade Preview
S6 Ep8 | 30s
Ava DuVernay, S. Epatha Merkerson, and Questlove discover unexpected family histories.
Italian Roots Preview
S6 Ep9 | 30s
Jimmy Kimmel, Marisa Tomei, and John Turturro meet ancestors who made immense sacrifices.
Criminal Kind Preview
S6 Ep10 | 30s
Laura Linney, Lisa Ling, and Soledad O’Brien explore surprising family roots.
A Grandmother’s Memoir
S6 Ep10 | 1m 8s
Lisa Ling reads an emotional excerpt from her grandmother's memoir.
First Ancestor in the U.S.
S6 Ep10 | 1m 27s
Laura Linney reads aloud an ancestor's confession that led to their exile in Virginia.
Fashion’s Roots Preview
S6 Ep11 | 30s
Diane Von Furstenberg, Narciso Rodriguez, and RuPaul Charles discover surprising roots.
Diane von Furstenberg Mother’s Life Saved in Auschwitz
S6 Ep11 | 2m 48s
Diane von Furstenberg recalls the story of how her mother's life was saved at Auschwitz.
From Cuba to Newark in Winter
S6 Ep11 | 51s
Narciso Rodriquez's parents settle in New Jersey, after coming to America from Cuba.
RuPaul Discovers a Surprise Cousin
S6 Ep11 | 1m 49s
Henry Lewis Gates Jr. reveals RuPaul Charles' surprise celebrity cousin.
RuPaul Discovers His Great-Grandparents’ Marriage Record
S6 Ep11 | 1m 29s
RuPaul discovers his great-grandparents' marriage record from 1870.
Becoming A Public Figure
S6 Ep11 | 1m 49s
Narciso Rodriguez received his big break when designing a wedding dress for his friend.
Téa Leoni Discovers Her Biological Grandmother
S6 Ep12 | 1m 1s
Téa Leoni discovers who an unknown biological grandmother is.
A Mystery in the Family Tree
S6 Ep12 | 1m 38s
Joe Madison discovers that the man he believed to be his biological father, isn't.
Téa Leoni Learns More About An Unknown Grandmother
S6 Ep12 | 1m 22s
Téa Leoni's learns more about the grandmother she and her mother never met.
War Stories Preview
S6 Ep13 | 30s
Julianne Moore, Bill Hader, and Kehinde Wiley discover surprising roots.
Bill Hader’s Sixth Great-Grandfather
S6 Ep13 | 1m
Bill Hader's sixth great-grandfather found in the American Revolution.
Union Soldier
S6 Ep13 | 1m 16s
Kehinde Wiley’s great-grandfather was one of 370 black soldiers to serve inWWI.
Military Child
S6 Ep13 | 58s
Julianne Moore’s father served in the US Army where he completed 550combat missions.
Flight Preview
S6 Ep14 | 30s
Scarlett Johansson, Lupita Nyong’o, and Lidia Bastianich discover surprising roots.
Father Missing
S6 Ep14 | 1m 10s
Lupita Nyongo carries DNA from the oldest maternal haplogroup called Mitochondrial Eve.
Saying Goodbye
S6 Ep14 | 46s
As a child, Lidia Bastianich’s family fled her hometown of Pola to escapecommunist rule.
Lupita Nyong’o Has DNA from the Oldest Maternal Haplogroup
S6 Ep14 | 54s
Lupita Nyongo carries DNA from the oldest maternal haplogroup called Mitochondrial Eve.
Scarlett Johansson Remembers Her Family Pre-Holocaust
S6 Ep14 | 40s
Scarlett Johansson discovers the tragic fate of her family that stayed behind in Poland du
Journey To America
S6 Ep14 | 45s
Scarlett Johansson reflects on the decision her great-grandfather made to flee to America.
Breaking Silences Preview
S6 Ep15 | 30s
Gayle King, Jordan Peele, and Issa Rae discover surprising roots.
One Third White
S6 Ep15 | 59s
Gayle King discovers that she is one-third white and of European descent.
Free People of Color
S6 Ep15 | 25s
Issa Rae finds out that her relatives were free people of color during the time of s
Great Grandfather Died in Battle
S6 Ep15 | 2m 28s
Issa Rae discovers that her Great Grandfather died in battle.
Coming to America Preview
S6 Ep16 | 30s
Nancy Pelosi, Norah O’Donnell, and Zac Posen discover surprising roots.
Great Grandmother Sues Oil Company
S6 Ep16 | 54s
Norah O'Donnell discovers her great grandmother sued an oil company.
Grandfather’s Illegal Journal
S6 Ep16 | 1m 14s
Norah O'Donnell learns that her grandfather lived under the radar in America for 16 year
G.G. Grandfather’s U.S. Citizenship
S6 Ep16 | 1m 7s
Zac Posen discovers his Great Great Grandfather immigrated to the United States.
Grandpa’s Journey to Bring Kids to the U.S.
S6 Ep16 | 1m 5s
Zac Posen discovers his Great Great Grandpa brought his kids to the U.S.
Taking a Chance on America
S6 Ep16 | 1m 7s
Nancy Pelosi takes a deeper look into her grandfather's immigration experience.
Grandparents and Other Strangers Preview
S5 Ep1 | 30s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps Andy Samberg and George R. R. Martin answer family mysteries.
Grandparents and Other Strangers Preview
S5 Ep1 | 30s
Dr. Gates helps Andy Samberg and George R. R. Martin answer family mysteries
George R. R. Martin | My Grandmother
S5 Ep1 | 1m 10s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps author George R. R. Martin answer some family mysteries.
Andy Samberg | My Mother’s Parents
S5 Ep1 | 1m 42s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps actor Andy Samberg answer some family mysteries.
George R. R. Martin | Italian Roots
S5 Ep1 | 1m 2s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps author George R. R. Martin answer some family mysteries.
Mystery Men Preview
S5 Ep2 | 30s
Dr. Gates brings Felicity Huffman and Michael K. Williams their family histories.
Michael K. Williams | Family In South Carolina
S5 Ep2 | 1m 23s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps actor Michael K. Williams answer some family mysteries.
Felicity Huffman | Great Grandfather and Shakespeare
S5 Ep2 | 1m 8s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps actress Felicity Huffman answer some family mysteries.
Michael K. Williams | Immediate Voter Registration
S5 Ep2 | 54s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps actor Michael K. Williams answer some family mysteries.
Reporting on the Reporters Preview
S5 Ep3 | 30s
Journalists Christiane Amanpour, Ann Curry and Lisa Ling learn their family histories.
Ann Curry | Only One Tool Available
S5 Ep3 | 1m 35s
Ann Curry is told her grandfather’s name, something she never expected to find out.
Christiane Amanpour | “Gobsmacked”
S5 Ep3 | 56s
Christiane Amanpour is left “gobsmacked” by Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Lisa Ling | The Great Flood of 1761
S5 Ep3 | 59s
Dr. Gates reveals reveals the family history of Lisa Ling.
Dreaming of a New Land Preview
S5 Ep4 | 30s
Dr. Gates reveals the family history of Kal Penn, Sheryl Sandberg and Marisa Tomei.
Kal Penn | Where Are You From?
S5 Ep4 | 1m 18s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. reveals the family history of Kal Penn.
Marisa Tomei | Surprise Celebrity Cousin
S5 Ep4 | 1m 36s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the family history of Marisa Tomei.
Sheryl Sandberg | Studying Resilience
S5 Ep4 | 1m 11s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the family history of Sheryl Sandberg.
Freedom Tales Preview
S5 Ep5 | 30s
Dr Gates traces the family history of S. Epatha Merkerson and Michael Strahan.
S. Epatha Merkerson | Ancestors Who Endured
S5 Ep5 | 2m 47s
Dr. Gates traces the family history of S. Epatha Merkerson.
Michael Strahan | Related to Royalty
S5 Ep5 | 1m 24s
Dr. Gates traces the family history of Michael Strahan.
Roots In Politics | Preview
S5 Ep6 | 30s
The family histories of politicians Tulsi Gabbard, Marco Rubio and Paul Ryan.
Marco Rubio | Native American Connection
S5 Ep6 | 1m
Host Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the family history of Marco Rubio.
Paul Ryan | Jewish Roots
S5 Ep6 | 1m 21s
Host Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the family history of Paul Ryan.
Tulsi Gabbard | Lava Spreads Over Savai’i
S5 Ep6 | 1m 42s
Host Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the family history of Tulsi Gabbard.
No Laughing Matter | Preview
S5 Ep7 | 30s
Dr. Gates reveals the histories of comedians Seth Meyers, Tig Notaro and Sarah Silverman.
Seth Meyers | Meet Mejer Trakianski
S5 Ep7 | 29s
Host Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the family history of Seth Meyers.
Hard Times | Preview
S5 Ep8 | 30s
Dr. Gates explores the stories of Laura Linney, Michael Moore and Chloë Sevigny.
The Eye of the Beholder | Preview
S5 Ep9 | 30s
Marina Abramović, Alejandro G. Iñárritu and Kehinde Wiley learn their family histories.
All in the Family | Preview
S5 Ep10 | 30s
Host Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the stories of Ty Burrell and Joe Madison.
Season 4 Official Trailer
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Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. returns with a new season on October 3rd!
Season 4 Official Teaser Trailer
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Season four of Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. premieres on October 3rd!
Finding Your Roots Season 4 – Episode 1 Promo
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Larry David and Bernie Sanders join Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr. on Finding Your Roots.
Finding Your Roots Season 4 – Episode 2 Promo
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Fred Armisen, Carly Simon and Christopher Walken join Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Finding Your Roots: The Seedlings Trailer
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“Finding Your Roots: The Seedlings” dig into their ancestry with genetics and genealogy.
Finding Your Roots Season 4 – Episode 3 Promo
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Ted Danson, Mary Steenburgen and William H. Macy Join Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Finding Your Roots Season 4 – Episode 4 Promo
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Ta-Nehisi Coates, Ava DuVernay and Janet Mock join Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Finding Your Roots Season 4 – Episode 5 Promo
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Scarlett Johansson, Paul Rudd and John Turturro join Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Finding Your Roots Season 4 – Episode 6 Promo
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Bryant Gumbel, Tonya Lewis-Lee and Suzanne Malveaux join Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Finding Your Roots Season 4 – Episode 7 Promo
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Carmelo Anthony, Ana Navarro and Lupita Nyong’o join Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Finding Your Roots Season 4 – Episode 8 Promo
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Gaby Hoffmann and Téa Leoni join Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Finding Your Roots Season 4 – Episode 9 Promo
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Questlove, Dr. Phil and Charlayne Hunter-Gault join Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Finding Your Roots Season 4 – Episode 10 Promo
30s
Aziz Ansari, Maya Rudolph, and Amy Schumer join Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Finding Your Roots: Season Three — Preview
30s
Finding Your Roots: Season Three, begins on Tuesday, January 5, at 8/7c on PBS.
Finding Your Roots: Season Three — Trailer
30s
Watch the trailer for Finding Your Roots: Season Three.
The Irish Factor: Soledad O’Brien
S3 Ep2 | 56s
Watch Soledad O'Brien in "The Irish Factor," Finding Your Roots: Season Three.
The Irish Factor: Bill Maher
S3 Ep2 | 1m 57s
Watch Bill Maher in "The Irish Factor," Finding Your Roots: Season Three.
The Irish Factor: Bill O’Reilly
S3 Ep2 | 5m 17s
Watch Bill O'Reilly in "The Irish Factor," Finding Your Roots: Season Three.
Finding Your Roots: Season Three Preview: Donna Brazile
S3 Ep3 | 2m 56s
Watch a clip of Finding Your Roots, episode one, with guest Donna Brazile.
In Search of Freedom Preview: Shonda Rhimes
S3 Ep3 | 1m 9s
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In Search of Freedom Preview: Maya Rudolph
S3 Ep3 | 1m 20s
See Maya Rudolph in episode three of Finding Your Roots: Season Three.
In Search of Freedom Preview: Keenen Ivory Wayans
S3 Ep3 | 1m 39s
Keenen Ivory Wayans explores his family history in Finding Your Roots: Season Three.
Tragedy + Time = Comedy: Bill Hader
S3 Ep4 | 1m
Bill Hader uncovers the history of his ancestors in Finding Your Roots: Season Three.
Tragedy + Time = Comedy: Jimmy Kimmel
S3 Ep4 | 43s
Jimmy Kimmel learns about his family tree in Finding Your Roots: Season Three.
Tragedy + Time = Comedy: Norman Lear
S3 Ep4 | 1m 25s
Norman Lear traces his lineage in Finding Your Roots: Season Three.
Sir Richard Branson on Visionaries
S3 Ep5 | 1m 1s
Sir Richard Branson tells Henry Louis Gates, Jr. how his mother inspires him.
Visionaries: Sir Richard Branson
S3 Ep5 | 2m 21s
Sir Richard Branson learns about his family history and DNA in Finding Your Roots.
Visionaries: Frank Gehry
S3 Ep5 | 1m 22s
Explore the past and legacy of Frank Gehry's family in Finding Your Roots: Season Three.
Frank Gehry on Visionaries
S3 Ep5 | 2m 31s
Frank Gehry uncovers his family's past on Finding Your Roots: Season Three.
The Stories We Tell Preview: Kara Walker
S3 Ep6 | 1m 56s
Watch a clip from Finding Your Roots: season three, episode one with Kara Walker.
War Stories: Patricia Arquette
S3 Ep6 | 2m 1s
Uncover Patricia Arquette's family history in Finding Your Roots.
War Stories: Julianne Moore
S3 Ep6 | 1m 22s
Julianne Moore tells Henry Louis Gates, Jr. about her family and childhood.
Julianne Moore in War Stories
S3 Ep6 | 1m 4s
Preview Julianne Moore in "War Stories," episode six of Finding Your Roots.
Patricia Arquette in War Stories
S3 Ep6 | 2m 50s
Learn about the history and legacy of Patricia Arquette's family in Finding Your Roots.
Episode Seven Preview: Family Reunions
S3 Ep7 | 25s
Uncover family mysteries of two legends of hip hop through the use of DNA technology.
LL Cool J in Family Reunions
S3 Ep7 | 1m 7s
Watch LL Cool J discover his great-great-grandparents were free on Finding Your Roots.
Family Reunions: LL Cool J
S3 Ep7 | 1m 11s
LL Cool J is united with some of his biological relatives on Finding Your Roots.
Sean Combs in Family Reunions
S3 Ep7 | 2m 10s
Sean Combs reacts to the news that his third-great-grandfather was free in Maryland.
Family Reunions: Sean Combs
S3 Ep7 | 2m 7s
Sean Combs learns that his great-great grandfather, whose father was free, was a slave.
Episode Eight Preview: Pioneers
S3 Ep8 | 25s
Discover pioneering families of Neil Patrick Harris, Gloria Steinem and Sandra Cisneros.
The Pioneers: Neil Patrick Harris
S3 Ep8 | 1m 18s
Discover the lineage of Neil Patrick Harris in Finding Your Roots!
The Pioneers: Sandra Cisneros
S3 Ep8 | 1m 6s
Sandra Cisneros unravels her family stories in Finding Your Roots.
Episode Nine Preview: The Long Way Home
S3 Ep9 | 25s
Discover the family traditions of Julianna Margulies, Azar Nafisi and Lidia Bastianich.
The Long Way Home: Azar Nafisi
S3 Ep9 | 36s
Azar Nafisi encounters a letter from President Lyndon B. Johnson to her father.
The Long Way Home: Julianna Margulies
S3 Ep9 | 1m 7s
Julianna Margulies learns about the origins of her last name on Finding Your Roots.
The Long Way Home: Lidia Bastianich
S3 Ep9 | 51s
Lidia recalls a story her mother told saying good bye to her loved ones.
Episode Ten Preview: Maps of Stars
S3 Ep10 | 25s
Learn how tragic death shaped families of Hollywood legends Dustin Hoffman and Mia Farrow.
Mia Farrow in Maps of Stars
S3 Ep10 | 1m 8s
Don't miss Mia Farrow in the Finding Your Roots season three finale!
Dustin Hoffman in Maps of Stars
S3 Ep10 | 25s
Uncover the ancestry of Dustin Hoffman in the season three finale of Finding Your Roots.
Henry Louis Gates, Jr.’s Family Story
1m 7s
Finding Your Roots host Henry Louis Gates, Jr. shares a story from his family history.
In Search of our Fathers Promo
S2 Ep1 | 34s
Three famous guests know almost nothing about their fathers’ histories.
Stephen King’s Progressive Past
S2 Ep1 | 2m 27s
Author Stephen King learns an enlightening fact about his Southern ancestors' journey.
Gloria Reuben’s African Link
S2 Ep1 | 3m 11s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. reveals evidence that links Gloria Reuben's family back to Africa.
Courtney B. Vance’s Fearless Ancestors
S2 Ep1 | 2m 36s
Courtney B. Vance's fascinating family line goes back to a runaway slave turned soldier.
Born Champions Promo
S2 Ep2 | 33s
Three of America's greatest athletes' love of sports were deeply shaped by their families.
Billie Jean King’s Grandmother’s Secret
S2 Ep2 | 3m 16s
Tennis champ Billie Jean King discovers a secret buried in her Grandmother's past.
Rebecca Lobo’s Immigrant Ancestors
S2 Ep2 | 2m 59s
Basketball star Rebecca Lobo meets her immigrant ancestors.
Derek Jeter’s Strong Roots
S2 Ep2 | 2m 36s
Yankee captain Derek Jeter grew up in a supportive and diverse extended family.
Our American Storytellers Promo
S2 Ep3 | 33s
Three iconic American storytellers know almost nothing about their own family histories.
Anderson Cooper’s Civil War Era Surprise
S2 Ep3 | 2m 23s
Anderson Cooper learns a surprising fact about his Civil War era ancestors.
Anna Deavere Smith’s Underground Railroad Connection
S2 Ep3 | 2m 35s
Anna Deavere Smith finds her courageous ancestor, a conductor on the Underground Railroad.
Ken Burns’ Revolutionary War Shocker
S2 Ep3 | 2m 52s
Filmmaker Ken Burns discovers a surprising fact about his Revolutionary War-era ancestors.
Khandi Alexander’s Family Tragedy
S2 Ep4 | 2m 56s
Khandi Alexander's ambitious Grandfather met a tragic end.
The Jealous Family Freedom Papers
S2 Ep4 | 2m 20s
Benjamin Jealous discovers his family's first freed ancestor.
The Melting Pot Promo
S2 Ep5 | 33s
Three celebrity chefs are inspired to cook the food of their ancestors.
Ming Tsai’s Ancestral Homeland
S2 Ep5 | 2m 48s
Professor Gates' team visited China to confirm the Ming Tsai family genealogy.
We Come From People Promo
S2 Ep6 | 33s
Angela Bassett, Valerie Jarrett and Nas' roots run back into the heart of slavery.
Angela Bassett’s Emancipated Ancestors
S2 Ep6 | 3m 3s
Angela Bassett follows her ancestors' journey from slavery through emancipation.
Nas’ Enslaved Roots: “A Receipt for a Human Being”
S2 Ep6 | 2m 52s
Nas encounters his 3rd Great-Grandmother's Bill of Sale, a devastatingly telling document.
Valerie Jarrett’s Groundbreaking Great-Grandfather
S2 Ep6 | 2m 55s
Valerie Jarrett digs into the family history of her legendary Great-Grandfather.
Aarón Sánchez’s Revolutionary Roots
S2 Ep7 | 2m 44s
Aarón Sánchez learns that his family immigrated to the US because of the revolution.
Carole King’s Ancestral Immigration Story
S2 Ep7 | 2m 26s
Thanks to a mysterious helper, Carole King's Polish grandparents gained entry to the US.
Alan Dershowitz’s Lifesaving Family Synagogue
S2 Ep7 | 3m 8s
Alan Dershowitz discovers the crucial role his family's synagogue played during WWII.
Tony Kushner’s Mysterious Brooklyn Roots
S2 Ep7 | 2m 11s
Tony Kushner learns that his Great-Grandmother immigrated from Russia to Brooklyn.
Our People, Our Traditions Promo
S2 Ep7 | 33s
Three celebrated Americans explore their Jewish heritage.
The British Are Coming Promo
S2 Ep8 | 33s
Three guests share an ancestral connection to the British Empire.
Deepak Chopra’s Ancestral Pilgrimage
S2 Ep8 | 2m 19s
Henry Louis Gates Jr. travels to the Ganges River, uncovering details about Chopra's past.
The Key to Sting’s Ancestral Journey
S2 Ep8 | 2m 4s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers the immigrant plight of Sting's 3rd Great-Grandfather.
Sally Field’s Loyalist Ancestor
S2 Ep8 | 2m 52s
Sally Field meets her devoted Tory ancestors, loyal throughout the Revolutionary War.
Ancient Roots Promo
S2 Ep9 | 23s
Explores the family histories of three influential Greek-American personalities.
Tracing Tina Fey’s Paternal Line
S2 Ep9 | 2m 39s
Tina Fey discovers her 5th Great-Grandfather, once an esteemed guest of Ben Franklin.
George Stephanopoulos’ Heroic Ancestors
S2 Ep9 | 2m 55s
George Stephanopoulos learns that his Great-Grandfather resisted Nazi occupation in WW2.
David Sedaris’ Patriot Ancestor
S2 Ep9 | 2m 58s
David Sedaris discovers his maternal 4th Great-Grandfather, a Revolutionary War soldier.
Decoding Our Past Through DNA Promo
S2 Ep10 | 23s
Secrets encoded in their genomes challenge guests’ ideas about their family histories.
Jessica Alba’s Mexican Roots
S2 Ep10 | 3m 13s
Jessica Alba learns more about her Mexican-American family's immigration experience.
Unlocking Deval Patrick’s Past with Autosomal DNA
S2 Ep10 | 3m 9s
Expert CeCe Moore uses Autosomal DNA analysis to trace Deval Patrick's family history.
Extended Preview
4m 57s
An in-depth look at the 10-part series, Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
The Rattlesnake
S1 Ep1 | 1m 37s
Harry Connick Jr. learns about his ancestor, an infamous 18th-century American privateer.
Musical Royalty
S1 Ep1 | 1m 27s
Branford Marsalis discusses his relative, a pioneering jazz bassist from New Orleans.
Education | Becoming More Negroidal
S1 Ep1 | 6m 21s
An introduction to the rich musical culture of New Orleans.
Education | A Willing Association
S1 Ep1 | 6m 18s
An introduction to the rich musical culture of New Orleans.
Education | The Most Powerful Instrument
S1 Ep1 | 2m 34s
An introduction to the life and times of John Lewis.
Fighting for Change in America
S1 Ep2 | 2m 18s
John Lewis recounts his first meeting with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
A Fireman on the Southern Railroad
S1 Ep2 | 1m 48s
Cory Booker learns about the origin of the Booker family name.
Education | Slave Master Relationships
S1 Ep2 | 4m 16s
An introduction to the life and times of John Lewis.
Lou Walters Way
S1 Ep3 | 1m 32s
Barbara Walters talks about her father's work as a New York City night club owner.
Quakers in Early America
S1 Ep3 | 1m 23s
Kevin Bacon's Quaker ancestor immigrated to America to freely practice his religion.
Both Sides of Slavery
S1 Ep3 | 1m 41s
Geoffrey Canada on the possibility of having white, slave-owning ancestors.
Education | Searching for Barbara Walters Family’s Name Pt.1
S1 Ep3 | 4m 58s
A look at how researchers uncovered Barbara Walters ancestors last name.
Education | Searching for Barbara Walters Family’s Name Pt 2
S1 Ep3 | 6m
A look at how researchers uncovered Barbara Walters ancestors last name.
Education | Before Canada: In Search of a Name
S1 Ep3 | 6m 22s
An overview of how researchers tracked down Geoffrey Canada's ancestors.
Not a Dumb Critter
S1 Ep4 | 1m 50s
Kyra Sedgwick learns the interactions between her ancestor and a slave named Mumbet.
Children Keep Going
S1 Ep4 | 1m 7s
Condoleezza Rice remembers the 1963 bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church.
Education | Slavery in the North
S1 Ep4 | 5m 26s
A look at slavery in the North and the views and actions of Quakers.
Education | After Slavery
S1 Ep4 | 2m 55s
A look at President Lincoln's appeal to the nation to rebuild after the Civil War.
Not Just a Part of My DNA
S1 Ep5 | 1m 12s
Angela Buchdahl speaks with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. about being a Korean-American Jew.
Calvinist Props
S1 Ep5 | 1m 21s
Pastor Rick Warren learns that his ancestor served as a church deacon in the 1600s.
The Growth of Islam in America
S1 Ep5 | 43s
Yasir Qadhi discusses the growth of Islam over the past 40 years in the city of Houston.
Education | Seeking Religious Freedom: From England to MA
S1 Ep5 | 3m 36s
A look at Pastor Rick Warren’s Puritan ancestor’s migration to America.
Education | Seeking Religious Freedom: From Romania to NY
S1 Ep5 | 4m 48s
A look at Rabbi Angela Buchdahl’s Jewish ancestors’ migration from Romania to the U.S.A.
Education | Seeking Religious Freedom: From India to Houston
S1 Ep5 | 5m 25s
An overview of the persecution experienced by Sheikh Yasir Qadhi’s Muslim ancestors.
Education | Facing Muslim Stereotypes after 9/11
S1 Ep5 | 3m 43s
Sheikh Yasir Qadhi describes hatred and stereotypes encountered after September 11, 2001.
Education | Questioning Jewish Identity
S1 Ep5 | 2m 39s
Rabbi Angela Buchdahl describes growing up as a Korean Jew.
A Patriot Ancestor
S1 Ep6 | 1m 45s
Robert Downey, Jr. learns about his ancestor who fought in the Revolutionary War.
From Butterflies to Beetles
S1 Ep6 | 1m 22s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. corrects a long-standing story in Maggie Gyllenhaal's family.
Education | As American as it Gets
S1 Ep6 | 5m 47s
An exploration of Maggie Gyllenhaal’s connection to the American WASP establishment.
Education | Noble Blood
S1 Ep6 | 5m 27s
An exploration of Maggie Gyllenhaal’s noble lineage dating back to King Henry I of England
Education | Starting Points
S1 Ep6 | 3m 57s
Actors Robert Downey, Jr. and Maggie Gyllenhaal discuss what they know of their origins.
Faith and Rebellion
S1 Ep6 | 4m 43s
The story of Gyllenhaal’s third great grandfather’s role in creating a religious community
Education | Founding Mothers
S1 Ep6 | 3m 20s
Professor Gates uses DNA testing to trace Maggie Gyllenhaal’s maternal lineage.
That Was What It Was
S1 Ep7 | 1m 6s
Actor Samuel L. Jackson discusses his experience growing up in segregated Chattanooga.
A Family of Sharecroppers
S1 Ep7 | 1m 24s
Brown University President Ruth Simmons grew up in a family of sharecroppers.
Education | Growing up under Jim Crow in Grapeland, Texas
S1 Ep7 | 5m 1s
A look at life under Jim Crow.
Education | Growing Up In New Orleans
S1 Ep7 | 1m 54s
An introduction to the rich musical culture of New Orleans.
Spending Time in the Castro
S1 Ep8 | 1m 58s
Comedian and actress Margaret Cho talks about living in 1970s San Francisco's Castro.
Gupta Family Scrolls
S1 Ep8 | 1m 14s
Finding Your Roots uncovers scrolls that list 8 generations of Sanjay Gupta's family tree.
Education | A Hurried Escape
S1 Ep8 | 3m 3s
Margaret Cho learns the reasons for her father’s family’s hurried escape from Korea.
Education | Leaving Poland
S1 Ep8 | 2m 24s
Martha Stewart learns the fate of her great grandparents and why they came to America.
Education | The Partition of India
S1 Ep8 | 3m 59s
The history of the India/Pakistan partition is told by Dr. Sanjay Gupta's mother's story.
John Legend’s Musical Beginnings
S1 Ep9 | 1m 21s
John Legend's beginnings as a musician and footage of one of his earliest performances.
Early Stand-Up Experience
S1 Ep9 | 1m
Comedian Wanda Sykes recalls a poorly-received stand-up routine early on in her career.
Suing for Freedom
S1 Ep9 | 4m 13s
Henry Louis Gates Jr. talks with Margarett Cooper about her remarkable ancestry.
Education | Fighting for Freedom
S1 Ep9 | 1m 8s
An overview of how the Revolutionary War helped slaves attain their freedom.
Education | The Story of Peyton Polly
S1 Ep9 | 3m 55s
A look at how John Legend’s ancestor, Peyton Polly, attained his freedom.
Education | Wanda Sykes’s Free Ancestors
S1 Ep9 | 6m 47s
A look at how Wanda’s black ancestors became free in the 1600s.
Education | Wanda Sykes’s Free Black Ancestors in the 1850s
S1 Ep9 | 2m 39s
A look at the lives of Wanda Sykes’s ancestors in the 1850s.
Adrian Grenier’s Conquistador Ancestor
S1 Ep10 | 1m 35s
Actor Adrian Grenier learns about about his Conquistador ancestor.
Michelle Rodriguez’s Puerto Rican Roots
S1 Ep10 | 1m 2s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces actress Michelle Rodriguez's Puetro Rican roots.
Education | The Last Conquistador
S1 Ep10 | 5m 54s
Adrian Grenier learns about his maternal eleventh great-grandfather.
Education | The Pueblo Revolt
S1 Ep10 | 4m 12s
Linda Chavez discovers how her family was involved in the Pueblo Revolt in New Mexico.
FACES OF AMERICA: Mike Nichols’ Famous German Ancestor
1m 59s
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. reveals that Mike Nichols' is indeed related to Albert Einstein.
FACES OF AMERICA: Mike Nichols’ Escape from Nazi Germany
4m 54s
Mike Nichols tells the story of his family's escape from Nazi Germany in 1939.
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