Jon Batiste’s Ancestor Signs Name With “X”
Season 6
Episode 3
About the Episode
In this powerful moment, Jon Batiste discovers his ancestor signed his name with “X” when registering to vote.
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| Expires: | Runtime: 1m 03s
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Extras
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The Hardships in Sharon Stone's Ancestry
Sharon learns about the hardships endured by her mother and her paternal ancestors.4:13 -
Chrissy Teigen Discovers Very Unique Lost Family History
Chrissy learns the true roots of her grandmother Ruth, and details of her great grandparents lives.4:07 -
Stranger Than Fiction Preview
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. reveals inspiring ancestors of novelist Amy Tan & poet Rita Dove.0:30 -
Rita Dove's Ancestor Had Run-Ins With the Law
Rita learns about her grandfather's criminal charges and trying adulthood.4:19 -
Amy Tan Learns About Her Father's Past in China
Amy discovers records of her father's immigration from China and his many accomplishments.4:11 -
The Train Accident in Michael Imperioli's Family History
Michael Imperioli learns about his maternal great grandfather's death as a train worker in New York.4:02 -
Joy Behar Discovers Her Grandfather's Immigrant Story
Joy Behar's grandparents move to America and forge a new life.4:03 -
Lea Salonga Uncovers Her German Ancestry
Lea Salonga discovers the roots of her maternal great great grandfather, Pedro Malhabor.3:47 -
Amanda Seyfried Discovers Ancestor Was an Army Musician
Amanda Seyfried's third great grandfather played the fife and fought for the Union to end slavery4:13 -
La Famiglia Preview
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the Italian roots of Joy Behar & Michael Imperioli.0:30
