The Surprising Love Story in Sheryl Lee Ralph's Ancestry
Season 11
Episode 9
About the Episode
Sheryl's discovers her third great grandparents, a mixed race couple, got married in 1837.
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Christopher Meloni’s Journey to Find a Hollywood Agent
Christopher Meloni opens up about how he found his passion in acting.1:18 -
How Tony Shalhoub’s Family Contributed to His Success
Tony Shalhoub opens up about how supportive his family is.0:54 -
How Pharrell Williams’ “Happy” Impacted His Outlook on Music
Pharrell Williams discusses the power behind his popular song, “Happy.”0:47 -
Kasi Lemmons Is Moved to Learn About Her African Ancestors
Kasi Lemmons learns the story behind her family's last name.2:09 -
John Lithgow’s Family Fled The Dominican Republic
John Lithgow finds out that his great great grandfather was on the front line of the war.1:54 -
Maria Hinojosa’s Great-Great-Grandfather Was a Railway CEO
Maria Hinojosa discovers that her great-great grandfather was an investor in railways.1:16 -
Mandy Explains His Favorite Line in Literature
Mandy Patinkin shares his favorite quote and it relates to his family discoveries.1:14 -
Audra Reacts to Seeing Her Ancestors Listed as Property
In an 1860s census, we uncovered Audra McDonald’s ancestors listed in a slave schedule.1:12
