Bill Hader's Sixth Great-Grandfather
Bill Hader is a descendant of a Patriot! His sixth great-grandfather fought in
the American Revolution in 1775 under George Washington’s command. #FindingYourRoots
Military Child
Julianne Moore’s father served in the US Army where he completed 550
combat missions & received multiple medals. After delving into Julianne's ancestry, we found
her military roots run deep – her great-grandfather served in the Mexican-American & Civil War!
Union Soldier
Kehinde Wiley’s great-grandfather was one of 370 black soldiers to serve in
WWI when the military, like almost all of America at the time, was segregated. His grueling
assignment was to remove dead bodies from temporary graves for reburial in army cemeteries.
War Stories Preview
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the roots of actor Julianne Moore, comedian Bill Hader, and painter Kehinde Wiley, revealing how their ancestors’ military service left an indelible mark both on their families and on their country.
DNA Mysteries Preview
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uses DNA detective work to solve mysteries in the family trees of actor Téa Leoni, and radio host Joe Madison, introducing each of them to parents and grandparents whose names they’ve never heard before.
Téa Leoni Learns More About An Unknown Grandmother
Téa Leoni's learns more about the grandmother she and her mother never met.
A Mystery in the Family Tree
Joe Madison discovers that the man he believed to be his biological father was actually not related to him at all.
Téa Leoni Discovers Her Biological Grandmother
Téa Leoni discovers who an unknown biological grandmother is, solving a question she has had her whole life.
Family Vengeance
As the inheritor of her ancestor's experiences, Diane von Furstenberg shares an aspect of herself that may have resulted from all that her family endured.
From Cuba to Newark in Winter
Narciso Rodriquez's parents settle in Newark, New Jersey, after coming to America from Cuba, speaking no English and desperate to work.
RuPaul Discovers His Great-Grandparents' Marriage Record
RuPaul discovers his great-grandparents' marriage record from 1870. He then connects the experience to similar oppressions he and his distant ancestors faced when marrying the person they loved.
RuPaul Discovers a Surprise Cousin
Henry Lewis Gates Jr. reveals RuPaul Charles' surprise celebrity cousin.
Diane von Furstenberg Mother's Life Saved in Auschwitz
Diane von Furstenberg recalls the powerful story of how her mother's life was saved at Auschwitz and how she thinks about this lesson every day.
Becoming A Public Figure
Narciso Rodriguez received his big break when designing a wedding dress for his dear friend Caroline Bessette who was soon to marry John F. Kennedy Jr. Little did Narciso know that request would change his life.
We’re Back! New Finding Your Roots
New episodes of Finding Your Roots are back Tuesday, October 13, at 8/7c! Check out the guests who will be joining Henry Louis Gates, Jr. next to uncover their family histories.
Fashion's Roots Preview
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. steps into the world of fashion and meets three icons of style — Diane Von Furstenberg, Narciso Rodriguez, and RuPaul Charles — introducing ancestors who were just as audacious as they are.
New Finding Your Roots Episodes Return This Fall
New episodes of Finding Your Roots are back Tuesday, October 13, at 8/7c! Check out the guests who will be joining Henry Louis Gates, Jr. next to uncover their family histories.
First Ancestor in the U.S.
Laura Linney reads aloud an ancestor's confession that led to their exile in Virginia.
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