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Season 2 Episode 6

About the Episode

Angela Bassett, Valerie Jarrett and Nas' roots run back into the heart of slavery, revealing there is no single narrative and challenging our preconceptions of an era that has profoundly shaped our nations sense of itself. Hiphop artist Nas discovers a web of his slave ancestors and their intimate relationship with their slave master.

Aired: | Expires: | Runtime: 33s

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Extras

As a Boy, Ed O'Neill Acted Out Movie Scenes for Friends

Ed O'Neill caught the acting bug by re-enacting movie scenes to his childhood friends.

1:08
Levar Burton Reflects Proudly on "Reading Rainbow"

Levar Burton cites hosting and producing "Reading Rainbow" as his proudest achievement.

1:04
Levar Burton's Emotional Connection to His Ancestors

LeVar Burton becomes emotional when he learns about his ancestor's connection to education

4:57
The Secret Marriage in Valerie Bertinelli's Family History

Valerie Bertinelli's grandfather left his pregnant wife when he emigrated from Italy to US

7:04
Brendan Fraser's Ancestor Attempted Murder!

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 farm

6:11
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 Shlesinger

0:31