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Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Season 7 Episode 5: Write My Name in the Book of Life

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Pharrell Williams and Kasi Lemmons uncover the dark history of their ancestors' experiences during slavery, revealing the lasting impact on their families.

Season 7 Episodes:

Episode 1 To the Manor Born

1. To the Manor Born

Aired: Jan 19, 2021

Glenn Close and John Waters explore their family's complex history, uncoverin...

Episode 2 The Mole Agent

2. The Mole Agent

Aired: Jan 26, 2021

Andy Cohen and Nina Totenberg explore their Jewish heritage, tracing the rema...

Episode 3 No Irish Need Apply

3. No Irish Need Apply

Aired: Feb 2, 2021

In the next episode, two actors embark on a poignant journey to uncover the s...

Episode 6 Country Roots

6. Country Roots

Aired: Feb 23, 2021

In the next episode, Clint Black and Rosanne Cash embark on a journey to unco...

Episode 7 The New World

7. The New World

Aired: Apr 13, 2021

The next episode explores the rich histories of actor John Lithgow and journa...

Episode 8 Anchored to the Past

8. Anchored to the Past

Aired: Apr 20, 2021

Two comedians delve into the remarkable tales of their ancestors who defied a...

Episode 9 On Broadway

9. On Broadway

Aired: Apr 27, 2021

Two celebrities explore their family's histories, with Audra McDonald tracing...

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Info about Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Seasons: 11

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: PBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Mystery, Documentary, History, Biography