Finding Your Roots

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Henry Louis Gates, Jr. maps the roots of director Spike Lee and actor Kristin Chenoweth.

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. introduces musicians Flea and Lizzo to their inspiring ancestors.

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. heads west to map the family trees of Sara Haines and Tracy Letts.

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. maps the roots of basketball stars Brittney Griner and Chris Paul.

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. maps the roots of actor Lizzie Caplan and comedian Hasan Minhaj.

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. maps the Caribbean heritage of Liza Colón-Zayas and Delroy Lindo.

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. maps the family trees of rapper Wiz Khalifa and actor Sanaa Lathan.

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers America Ferrera & Darren Criss’ immigrant ancestors.

Finding Your Roots returns, telling stories that illuminate America’s fundamental diversity.