Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the long-lost roots of actor Sheryl Lee Ralph and historian Lonnie Bunch - two African Americans whose ancestors broke boundaries and forged families as they moved from slavery to freedom. Watch Finding Your Roots Tuesday at 7pm and stream on the PBS app: https://to.pbs.org/4nciStb | New Mexico PBS
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Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the long-lost roots of actor Sheryl Lee Ralph and historian Lonnie Bunch - two African Americans whose ancestors broke boundaries and forged
New Mexico PBS. . Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the long-lost roots of actor Sheryl Lee Ralph and historian Lonnie Bunch - two African Americans whose ancestors broke boundaries and forged families as they moved from slavery to freedom. Watch Finding Your Roots Tuesday at 7pm and stream on the PBS app: https://to.pbs.org/4nciStb
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For the first time ever, Henry Louis Gates, Jr. becomes the guest on his own show! Watch as groundbreaking DNA research uncovers deep family mysteries for both him and Laurence Fishburne in an unforgettable episode of Finding Your Roots. Tune in tomorrow night at 8/7c only on PBS! | Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
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For the first time ever, Henry Louis Gates, Jr. becomes the guest on his own show! Watch as groundbreaking DNA research uncovers deep family mysteries for both him and Laurence Fishburne in an unforgettable episode of Finding Your Roots. Tune in tomorrow night at 8/7c only on PBS! | Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
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BIG NEWS: our #FindingYourRoots Season 12 Trailer has arrived❗️Gear up to witness never-before-seen cousin reveals, deeply heartfelt connections and shocking ancestral stories. This season is unforgettable and we can’t wait for you to see it. 📺: Finding Your Roots premieres January 6, 2026 at 8/7c only on PBS! | Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
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BIG NEWS: our #FindingYourRoots Season 12 Trailer has arrived❗️Gear up to witness never-before-seen cousin reveals, deeply heartfelt connections and shocking ancestral stories. This season is unforgettable and we can’t wait for you to see it. 📺: Finding Your Roots premieres January 6, 2026 at 8/7c only on PBS! | Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
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