The artists Ciara and Alanis Morissette turn their attention to the narratives of their own families.

Valerie Bertinelli and Brendan Fraser delve into the complexities of their familial pasts.

LeVar Burton and Wes Studi, both shaped by the absence of paternal figures in their childhoods, delve into the complexities of their familial pasts.

Musician Sammy Hagar and actor Ed O'Neill embark on a journey of self-discovery, tracing their ancestry and uncovering long-held family secrets.

Bob Odenkirk, the actor, and Iliza Shlesinger, the comedian, delve into the narratives of their own families, uncovering tales of relatives who faced formidable challenges and dared to take significant risks in their pursuit of resilience.

In his insightful exploration of identity, Henry Louis Gates, Jr. delves into the surprisingly complex heritage of journalist Sunny Hostin and actor Jesse Williams. He unearths forgotten narratives of both African and European ancestry, pro…

In a journey of profound discovery, Henry Louis Gates, Jr. guides musician Dionne Warwick and actress Danielle Brooks as they navigate the enduring legacy of slavery. Together, they confront the obstacles erected by the institution to uncov…

New Yorkers by birth, comedian Tracy Morgan and actor Anthony Ramos explore their respective family histories.

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. delves into the ancestry of actor Michael Douglas and writer-director Lena Dunham. Both hail from families steeped in artistic legacy, yet their lineage reveals a wealth of compelling figures whose stories have long b…

Renowned scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr. unravels mysteries alongside three ordinary Americans, invited to participate as guests.