The Surprising Love Story in Sheryl Lee Ralph's Ancestry

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  A Grandfather's Imagery as a Black Man

  Even today, Jeffrey Wright stands in awe of his grandfather's work ethic.

  1:35
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  Jon Batiste’s Ancestor Signs Name With “X”

  Jon Batiste discovers his ancestor signed his name with “X” when registering to vote.

  1:03
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  Science Pioneers Preview

  Francis Collins, Shirley Ann Jackson, and Harold E. Varmus learn their family histories.

  0:30
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  Secrets & Lies Preview

  Sigourney Weaver, Justina Machado, and Amy Ryan unearth surprising family histories.

  0:30
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  Jon Batiste Ancestor Seen As "Property"

  Jon Batiste's ancestor, at age 3, is listed on a ledger as being someone’s "property."

  1:00
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  Sterling K. Brown Recalls Last Moment He Saw His Dad Alive

  Sterling K. Brown emotionally recalls seeing his Dad for the last time before his death.

  1:31
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  Jon Batiste's Grandmother Moves to Oregon

  Dr. Gates reveals why Jon Batiste's grandmothermoved from Georgia to Oregon.

  1:28
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  Sterling K. Brown Learns About His Grandmother's Death

  Sterling K. Brown learns that his father also lost a parent at a very young age.

  1:01
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  Sterling K. Brown Discovers Rare Roots

  Dr. Gates reveals Sterling K. Brown's rare ancestry.

  0:48
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  Sasheer Zamata's Great-Grandfather Founded the Town of Fargo

  Sasheer Zamata's ancestor used 40 acres of his farm to a found a town for black homeowners

  1:21