Tragedy + Time = Comedy: Jimmy Kimmel

Extras

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  Carol Burnett Learns Who Fought in Wars — and Who Fled

  Carol Burnett uncovers some surprising connections between her family and the Civil War.

  4:28
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  Niecy Nash Discovers Her Ancestor's History as Slaves

  Niecy Nash reads the first tangible evidence she's seen about her slave ancestors.

  5:40
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  Danny Trejo Learns About His Ancestors' Journey to the U.S.

  Danny Trejo learns about his great-grandparents' journey by foot from Mexico to the U.S.

  5:34
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  Cyndi Lauper's Ancestors Played a Part in a Swiss Rebellion

  Cyndi Lauper's great-grandfather organized a rebellion in Switzerland in the 1650s.

  4:04
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  Jeff Daniels Ancestors Testified in the Salem Witch Trials

  Jeff Daniels discovers his 8th great grandfather testified at the Salem Witch Trials.

  7:37
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  Edward Norton's Great-Great-Grandfather Was Murdered

  Edward Norton knew a lot about his family history, but was unaware of one shocking death.

  4:03
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  Julia Roberts Learns of Swedish Ancestors' Humble Beginnings

  Julia Roberts learns about the harsh living conditions of her Swedish Ancestors.

  5:50
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  Hidden Kin Preview

  Edward Norton and Julia Roberts discover their hidden connections to American history.

  0:33
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  Rising From the Ashes Preview

  Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the roots of actors Brian Cox and Viola Davis.

  0:32
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  Far From Home Preview

  Cyndi Lauper, Jamie Chung and Danny Trejo uncover the stories of their immigrant ancestors

  0:32