Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps Nancy Pelosi, Norah O'Donnell and Zac Posen explore their immigrant roots, retracing the journeys of their ancestors who arrived in the United States with little more than ...

Family mysteries are solved for actor Laurence Fishburne & scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr. In a unique and highly emotional episode, actor Laurence Fishburne is joined by scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

For over 10 seasons, “Finding Your Roots” has delved into celebrities’ family trees — and one woman has been behind many of the shocking discoveries, unearthed secrets and tear-jerking revelations.

In a quickly evolving state, a look at one’s roots can sometimes bring clarity and reinvention. In this episode, we explore an indigenous cultural site reinventing itself in the wake of natural ...