Rebecca Lobo's Immigrant Ancestors
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers basketball star Rebecca Lobo's ancestral immigration papers, revealing a surprising turn of events in the Lobo family line.
Derek Jeter's Strong Roots
With the support of his diverse extended family, Yankee captain Derek Jeter knew from an early age that all he wanted to be was the shortstop for the New York Yankees.
Billie Jean King's Grandmother's Secret
In this clip from Episode 2, tennis champ Billie Jean King, who knew very little about her beloved grandmother's past, is able to read a family Bible containing a detailed written genealogy.
Born Champions Promo
Three of America's greatest athletes -- Derek Jeter, Billie Jean King and Rebecca Lobo -- whose determination and love of sports were deeply shaped by their families, were all cut off from their true origins.
Stephen King's Progressive Past
Thanks to Professor Gates' research, Stephen King learns an enlightening fact about his Southern ancestors' journey.
In Search of our Fathers Promo
Three guests who know almost nothing about their fathers’ histories: Stephen King’s father walked out on the family when he was only two years old, and never returned; Courtney Vance wants to learn more about his true roots after the tragic suicide of his father, a foster child who never knew the identity of his biological parents; and Gloria Reuben’s father was 78 years old when she was born.
Courtney B. Vance's Fearless Ancestors
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces Courtney B. Vance's fascinating family line back to a runaway slave turned Union Army soldier. Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. Season 2 premieres Tuesday, September 23 on PBS (check local listings).
Gloria Reuben's African Link
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. reveals evidence about actress Gloria Reuben's 5th Great-Grandmother, an incredibly rare discovery that connects her family line back to Africa.
Henry Louis Gates, Jr.'s Family Story
Finding Your Roots host Henry Louis Gates, Jr. shares a story from his family history.
Share Your Story Prompt
Henry Louis Gates, JR. invites you to share your own family history on the official Finding Your Roots website.
Adrian Grenier's Conquistador Ancestor
Actor Adrian Grenier learns about about his Conquistador ancestor who had terribly violent interactions with Pueblo Indians.
Michelle Rodriguez's Puerto Rican Roots
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. finds some surprising connections when he traces actress Michelle Rodriguez's Puerto Rican roots.
Education | The Last Conquistador
Adrian Grenier learns his maternal eleventh great-grandfather was one of the original Spanish colonists in New Mexico and a sergeant in Juan de Oñate’s army.
Education | The Pueblo Revolt
Linda Chavez discovers how her family was involved in the Pueblo Revolt in New Mexico in 1680 – and that she has surprising family roots.
Education | Fighting for Freedom
An overview of how the Revolutionary War helped slaves attain their freedom.
Education | Wanda Sykes’s Free Ancestors
A look at how Wanda’s black ancestors became free in the 1600s.
Education | Wanda Sykes’s Free Black Ancestors in the 1850s
A look at the lives of Wanda Sykes’s ancestors in the 1850s and how a marriage certificate proves their free status.
Education | The Story of Peyton Polly
A look at how John Legend’s ancestor, Peyton Polly, attained his freedom.
Early Stand-Up Experience
Comedian Wanda Sykes recalls a poorly-received stand-up comedy routine early on in her career.
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