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Jimmy Kimmel Live! featured Larry David's surprising connection to slaveholding revealed by Henry Louis Gates Jr. on Finding Your Roots, prompting Kimmel to poke fun at his guest while Gates adds historical context; David explains his family didn’t own slaves, and the moment unfolds amid chatter about Knicks fandom and the show’s HBO debut.
This week on TV features the return of 'The Pitt' with Noah Wyle, the new season of 'The Traitors' with celebrity contestants, antique and ancestry shows like 'Antiques Roadshow' and 'Finding Your Roots,' new streaming specials including Bruce Springsteen's 'Nebraska Live' and Marcello Hernández's stand-up, and several thriller series such as 'Girl Taken,' 'His & Hers,' and 'Cold Water.' The week also marks the start of awards season with the Golden Globes.
Michael Douglas was surprised to learn on the genealogy series Finding Your Roots that he is distantly related to his Marvel co-star Scarlett Johansson, sharing identical DNA on four different chromosomes. Despite his successful Hollywood career, Douglas discourages his children from pursuing acting due to the challenges of having famous parents. In the same episode, Lena Dunham discovered she is a distant relative of Larry David.
Actor Michael Douglas was surprised to discover on the PBS show "Finding Your Roots" that he is a distant cousin of Scarlett Johansson through DNA analysis, sharing four identical strands of chromosomes from Johansson's maternal side of the family with Jewish ancestry from Eastern Europe. This isn't the first time such a revelation has occurred on the show, as television personality Andy Cohen also learned he is related to Johansson. Johansson previously appeared on the show and learned about her ancestors' suffering during the Holocaust.
Michael Douglas was surprised to learn on "Finding Your Roots" that he is a distant cousin of Scarlett Johansson through DNA analysis, sharing four identical strands of chromosomes from Johansson's maternal side of the family, which has Jewish ancestry from Eastern Europe. This isn't the first time such a revelation has occurred on the show, as Andy Cohen also discovered a familial link to Johansson.
Actor Michael Douglas discovered on the PBS series "Finding Your Roots" that he is a DNA cousin of actress Scarlett Johansson, sharing identical DNA stretches on four different chromosomes, linking back to Scarlett's maternal lines in Jewish communities in Eastern Europe. The show has previously revealed surprising connections between celebrities, including Julia Roberts and Edward Norton being genetic cousins and Kerry Washington learning she was conceived through a sperm donor.
Sunny Hostin received hate messages after a revealing episode of 'Finding Your Roots' on 'The View', where she learned about her family's history, including a connection to the slave trade. Despite the backlash, Hostin remains committed to her beliefs in reparations and racial justice. She also discovered new family members, including a famous cousin, and expressed hope to continue hosting the Puerto Rican Day Parade.
"The View" host Sunny Hostin was shocked to learn about her family's history in the slave trade on the PBS show "Finding Your Roots." She discovered that one of her ancestors was likely involved in the slave trade in colonial Spain and owned at least one human being. Hostin expressed disappointment and shock at the revelation but also found it interesting to learn about her shared roots with her husband. The show also revealed that her third great-grandfather on her father's side was likely born into slavery, and she received happier news when presented with his Georgia voter registration card from 1867.
Sunny Hostin revealed that Nancy Grace asked her to change her Spanish name, Asunción, to a nickname for TV, which led to her adopting the name "Sunny Hostin." Hostin reflected on the impact of the name change on her career and discussed surprising revelations about her family history, including her predominantly Spanish and slaveholding ancestry. The story unfolded during her appearance on the show Finding Your Roots, where she also expressed shock and interest in the newfound information.
In Season 10, Episode 6 of "Finding Your Roots" on PBS, Henry Louis Gates, Jr. delves into the family histories of journalist Sunny Hostin and actor Jesse Williams, uncovering a rich tapestry of diversity including Swedish musical prodigies, Spanish slave traders, Southern plantations, and Salem Witch Trials. The exploration of deep secrets and lost ancestors prompts both guests to reconsider their identities, offering a compelling look into the hidden complexities of their family trees.
Actor Bob Odenkirk, known for his roles in "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul," discovered on PBS' "Finding Your Roots" that he is related to King Charles III, despite having just criticized the idea of monarchy. Odenkirk, initially skeptical of monarchies, joked about changing his mind after learning about the connection. The research revealed that his fifth great-grandfather was related to royal families of Europe. Odenkirk, born in Illinois, reflected on feeling a part of history he didn't think he was connected to. This revelation follows other celebrities' surprising family history discoveries on the show.
Actor Bob Odenkirk, known for his role in Better Call Saul, was surprised to learn on PBS's Finding Your Roots that he is related to King Charles III, despite his avowed anti-monarchist views. The connection stems from his fifth great-grandfather's ties to the Duke of Plön, who was related to European royal families. Odenkirk, initially critical of monarchies, expressed surprise at the revelation and joked that it might change his mind. His episode on Finding Your Roots is set to air on January 30.
Actor Bob Odenkirk discovers on "Finding Your Roots" that he is 11th cousins with King Charles III, expressing surprise and humor at the revelation while reflecting on his family history and views on monarchy. Comedian Iliza Shlesinger also explores her Jewish heritage on the same episode, uncovering the story of her great-grandmother's brother's experience during the Holocaust.
Actor Bob Odenkirk, known for his role as Saul Goodman in Better Call Saul, was surprised to learn on the PBS show Finding Your Roots that he is related to King Charles III as his 11th cousin. Odenkirk, who grew up in Chicago, expressed amazement at the news and reflected on the concept of monarchy versus democracy, ultimately finding humor in the unexpected revelation.
Actor Bob Odenkirk discovers on PBS' Finding Your Roots that he is eleventh cousins with King Charles, prompting a surprised reaction from the self-proclaimed non-monarchist. Host Henry Louis Gates Jr. reveals the actor's royal lineage, leading to a humorous exchange. Odenkirk's episode airs on Tuesday at 8 p.m. on PBS, where he joins a list of famous faces who have explored their family roots on the show.