Finding Your Roots
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Dr Gates traces the family history of S. Epatha Merkerson and Michael Strahan.
Host Henry Louis Gates, Jr. delves deep into the roots of two African-American guests, actor S. Epatha Merkerson and athlete and television personality Michael Strahan. Both discover unexpected stories that challenge assumptions about black history.
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Finding Your Roots
Freedom Tales Preview
Preview: Season 5 Episode 5 | 30sVideo has Closed Captions
Host Henry Louis Gates, Jr. delves deep into the roots of two African-American guests, actor S. Epatha Merkerson and athlete and television personality Michael Strahan. Both discover unexpected stories that challenge assumptions about black history.
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A new season of Finding Your Roots is premiering January 7th! Stream now past episodes and tune in to PBS on Tuesdays at 8/7 for all-new episodes as renowned scholar Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. guides influential guests into their roots, uncovering deep secrets, hidden identities and lost ancestors.Providing Support for PBS.org
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Dr. Gates traces the family history of Michael Strahan. (1m 24s)
S. Epatha Merkerson | Ancestors Who Endured
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Dr. Gates traces the family history of S. Epatha Merkerson. (2m 47s)
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