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Carol Burnett Learns Who Fought in Wars — and Who Fled

Carol Burnett Learns Who Fought in Wars — and Who Fled

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Danny Trejo Learns About His Ancestors' Journey to the U.S.

Danny Trejo Learns About His Ancestors' Journey to the U.S.

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Cyndi Lauper's Ancestors Played a Part in a Swiss Rebellion

Cyndi Lauper's Ancestors Played a Part in a Swiss Rebellion

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The Hidden Truth in Viola Davis' Family Tree

The Hidden Truth in Viola Davis' Family Tree

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A man with his hand placed on his chin looks at another man sitting across from him at a round table, with a large photobook placed in front of him.

Brian Cox's Grandfather Was Exposed to Poison Gas in WWI

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Niecy Nash Discovers Her Ancestor's History as Slaves

Niecy Nash Discovers Her Ancestor's History as Slaves

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Tony Gonzalez' Ancestors' Incredible Reunion After Slavery

Tony Gonzalez' Ancestors' Incredible Reunion After Slavery

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Joe Manganiello's Great-Grandmother Escaped Genocide

Joe Manganiello's Great-Grandmother Escaped Genocide

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Why Did David Duchovny's Family Come to America Then Leave?

Why Did David Duchovny's Family Come to America Then Leave?

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I'm Gonna Cry Aren't I?:Richard Kind's Holocaust Connection

I'm Gonna Cry Aren't I?:Richard Kind's Holocaust Connection

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Jeh Johnson's Grandfather was a Renowned Sociologist at Fisk

Jeh Johnson's Grandfather was a Renowned Sociologist at Fisk

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Ciara's Deep Southern Roots

Ciara's Deep Southern Roots

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Jeff Daniels Ancestors Testified in the Salem Witch Trials

Jeff Daniels discovers his 8th great grandfather Captain Thomas Chandler, testified against Samuel Wardwell during the Salem Witch Trials, eventually sending him and multiple others to their death.
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Season 11 Episode 6
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Henry Louis Gates, Jr. meets musician Rubén Blades & journalist Natalie Morales.
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Season 11 Episode 5
Family Recipes
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the ancestry of notable chefs José Andrés & Sean Sherman.
Dreamers One And All
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Season 11 Episode 4
Dreamers One And All
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the ancestry of actor Sharon Stone & model Chrissy Teigen.
Stranger Than Fiction
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Season 11 Episode 3
Stranger Than Fiction
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. reveals inspiring ancestors of novelist Amy Tan & poet Rita Dove.
La Famiglia
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Season 11 Episode 2
La Famiglia
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the Italian roots of Joy Behar & Michael Imperioli.
Larger Than Life
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Season 11 Episode 1
Larger Than Life
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. connects Lea Salonga & Amanda Seyfried to their dramatic ancestors.
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Season 10 Episode 10
Viewers Like You
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. solves mysteries for 3 everyday Americans chosen to be guests.
In the Blood
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Season 10 Episode 9
In the Blood
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers the surprising roots of Michael Douglas & Lena Dunham.
Mean Streets
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Season 10 Episode 8
Mean Streets
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. maps family trees of comedian Tracy Morgan & actor Anthony Ramos.
The Brick Wall Falls
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Season 10 Episode 7
The Brick Wall Falls
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. shares ancestry with actor Danielle Brooks & singer Dionne Warwick.
Far and Away
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Season 10 Episode 6
Far and Away
Sunny Hostin and Jesse Williams discover ancestors from very diverse places.
Hold the Laughter
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Season 10 Episode 5
Hold the Laughter
Bob Odenkirk and Iliza Shlesinger—two very funny people whose family trees brim with drama
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