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.
Criminal Kind Preview
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the roots of actor Laura Linney and journalists Lisa Ling and Soledad O’Brien—telling them stories of tricksters, scoundrels, and outright criminals, who nevertheless laid the groundwork for their success.
Italian Roots Preview
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the roots of talk show host Jimmy Kimmel and actors Marisa Tomei and John Turturro, introducing them to ancestors who made immense sacrifices to bring their families from Italy to America.
Slave Trade Preview
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. journeys with film director Ava DuVernay, actor S. Epatha Merkerson, and musician Questlove to the unexpected places where their ancestors were scattered by slavery, upending their notions of African American history—and their own family trees.
Revolutionary War
Dr. Francis Collins learns his ancestor was a Patriot that served in the Continental Army in the American Revolution.
Varmus Grandparents
Dr. Harold E. Varmus expresses his gratitude to his grandparents for leaving Europe.
Take My Breath Away
Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson views the 1836 estate records listing the names and "worth" of her enslaved ancestors.
Science Pioneers Preview
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the family trees of Francis Collins, Shirley Ann Jackson, and Harold E. Varmus — three pioneering scientists who’ve made dramatic contributions to our understanding of the world, all the while knowing little about their own ancestry.
Justina Machado Discovers Grandfather’s Hidden Past
Justina Machado learned her grandfather was sent to Oso Blanco, a notorious prison in the Caribbean when he was caught having a relationship with another man.
Revolutionary War
Sigourney Weaver discovers her third great grandfather was one of the youngest soldiers to join the army.
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