American celebrities with European immigrant roots are featured in the next episode, showcasing the complex and culturally rich heritage of Robert Downey, Jr. and Maggie Gyllenhaal, whose families have immigrant roots in Europe.
1. Harry Connick, Jr. and Branford Marsalis
Aired: Mar 24, 2012Harry Connick, Jr. and Branford Marsalis explore their shared passion for jaz...
Aired: Mar 24, 2012Two African-American politicians from distinct eras and backgrounds embark on...
3. Barbara Walters and Geoffrey Canada
Aired: Apr 1, 2012Professor Gates delves into the family trees of Barbara Walters and Geoffrey ...
4. Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick
Aired: Apr 7, 2012Their acting careers are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the fas...
5. Angela Buchdahl/Rick Warren/Yasir Qadhi
Aired: Apr 14, 2012The next episode explores America's spiritual heritage, featuring the inspiri...
6. Robert Downey, Jr. and Maggie Gyllenhaal
Aired: Apr 28, 2012American celebrities with European immigrant roots are featured in the next e...
7. Samuel L. Jackson, Condoleezza Rice and Ruth Simmons
Aired: Apr 29, 2012Three individuals share their personal struggles with marginalization and how...
8. Sanjay Gupta/Margaret Cho/Martha Stewart
Aired: May 6, 2012The next episode explores the experiences of three young individuals, childre...
9. John Legend/Wanda Sykes/Margarett Cooper
Aired: May 13, 2012John Legend and Wanda Sykes join Professor Gates and his 98-year-old friend M...
10. Michelle Rodriguez/Adrian Grenier/Linda Chavez
Aired: May 20, 2012A diverse group of individuals, including Michelle Rodriguez, Adrian Grenier,...
Seasons: 11
Current Status: Returning Series
Network: PBS
Production Country: United States
Genres:Mystery, Documentary, History, Biography
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