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Ancestors Coming to America
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Jeff Goldblum discovers the incredible route his grandfather had to take to enter the U.S.
Queen Latifah Discovers Ancestor’s Emancipation Document
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Queen Latifah meets the woman that freed her ancestors from slavery.
Family Roots in U.S Back to 1776
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Queen Latifah discovers family roots that reinforce a conviction she has always felt.
Jon Batiste’s Ancestor Signs Name With “X”
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Jon Batiste discovers his ancestor signed his name with “X” when registering to vote.
George R. R. Martin | Italian Roots
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Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps author George R. R. Martin answer some family mysteries.
The Pioneers: Gloria Steinem
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Learn about the pioneering past of Gloria Steinem's family.
Family Reunions: LL Cool J
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LL Cool J is united with some of his biological relatives on Finding Your Roots.
The Stories We Tell Preview: Kara Walker
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Watch a clip from Finding Your Roots: season three, episode one with Kara Walker.
War Stories: Patricia Arquette
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Uncover Patricia Arquette's family history in Finding Your Roots.
A Joyful and Playful Mother
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Jeff Goldblum's mother liked to think of herself as a weaver of enchantment and charm.
A Grandfather's Imagery as a Black Man
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Even today, Jeffrey Wright stands in awe of his grandfather's work ethic.
Taking Strength from Ancestors
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Jeffrey Wright shares the strength and empowerment he draws from his ancestry.
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