Dr. Gates, Jr. Reveals He’s DNA Cousins with John Lithgow
Season 7
Episode 7
About the Episode
Henry Louis Gates Jr. reveals that he and John Lithgow are DNA cousins.
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Extras
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Brendan Fraser learns ancestor shot at his job successor after he was fired for striking.3:47 -
The Mystery of Alanis Morissette's Missing Family Members
Alanis Morissette discusses her Hungarian Jewish heritage.5:06 -
Ciara Discovers Her Ancestors' Hidden Relationship
Ciara discovers that one of her biological ancestors was not who the records show he was.6:37 -
Ciara's Deep Southern Roots
Ciara learns about her great-grandfather Luther's upbringing on a cotton farm6:11 -
Far and Away Preview
Henry Louis Gates explores the roots of journalist Sunny Hostin & actor Jesse Williams.0:32 -
Hold the Laughter Preview
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers the roots of comedians Bob Odenkirk & Iliza Shlesinger0:31 -
How Wes Studi Got Into Theater
Wes Studi says he joined a theater company in Tulsa to meet new people after his divorce.1:22 -
Buried Secrets Preview
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps Sammy Hagar & Ed O’Neill discover deep family secrets.0:31 -
Fathers and Sons Preview
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. introduces LeVar Burton & Wes Studi to families they’ve never known0:30 -
Journey From Brazil to Becoming a Baker
Valerie Bertinelli explores the hardships and challenge her ancestors faced.7:43
