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Current show status: PBS premiered the tenth season of Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. in January. The official release date was Tuesday, January 2, 2024.
“Finding Your Roots” is a TV series that mixes documentary, biography, and history to explore the ancestry of famous people. Hosted by Henry Louis Gates, Jr., each episode reveals surprising family secrets of celebrities. It’s like a detective show, but for family histories!
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. digs deep into the past using science and old documents. He works with experts to uncover stories that are often shocking and always fascinating. The show features outstanding contributions from Henry Louis Gates Jr., along with genealogists like CeCe Moore and notable figures such as Anita Hill.
This series not only entertains but also educates viewers about the complex tapestry of human connections and history. It’s a journey through time, guided by skilled professionals who bring long-forgotten ancestors back to life.
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Plot → Before the popularity of AncestryDNA, journalist and cultural critic Henry Louis Gates, Jr. divulges the family trees of various celebrities, many times with stunning revelations. – via IMDB.
Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. is rated TV-PG, which means it contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children. Many parents may want to watch it with their younger children. The theme itself may call for parental guidance and/or the program may contain one or more of the following: some suggestive dialogue, infrequent coarse language, some sexual situations, or moderate violence.
Series Info
Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
2012 • 106 Episodes
Production: Kunhardt McGee Productions
Network: PBS
Rating: TV-PG
Genres: Documentary, Biography, History
Region: United States
Check out Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr.’s official website, IMDb page, and watch the trailer and videos on YouTube.