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Finding Your Roots

The Brick Wall Falls

Season 10 Episode 7 | 52m 09s

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps musician Dionne Warwick and actor Danielle Brooks break down the barriers imposed by slavery to learn the names and stories of their ancestors who endured bondage. Facing one of the greatest genealogical challenges, Gates uses his detective skills to piece together the lives of women and men who survived unimaginable ordeals—but emerged to forge families that thrived.

Aired: 02/12/24 | Expires: 03/12/24
FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR., Season ten is a production of McGee Media, Inkwell Media, Kunhardt Films and WETA Washington, D.C.
Extras
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Season 11: Extended Trailer
FINDING YOUR ROOTS returns for a new season of genealogical surprises and DNA revelations
Preview: S11 | 3:13
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And Still I Rise Preview
Henry Louis Gates reveals the unexpected family trees of Angela Y. Davis and Jeh Johnson
Preview: S9 E8 | 0:32
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Megan Robertson and the Mystery of Green's Real Father
Join speech therapist Megan Robertson as she delves into a longstanding family mystery.
Clip: S10 E10 | 6:27
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Terrie Morrow's Quest to Unveil Her Great-Grandfather's Origins
Join Terrie Morrow as she embarks on an odyssey to resolve a longstanding family puzzle.
Clip: S10 E10 | 5:08
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Unraveling the Willis Family Mystery
Join Joyce Willis as she embarks on a riveting exploration into her family history.
Clip: S10 E10 | 6:08
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Megan Robertson's Search for Her Great-Grandfather's Roots
Megan Robertson embarks on a quest to demystify the lineage of her great-grandfather.
Clip: S10 E10 | 5:04
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Viewers Like You Preview
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. solves mysteries for 3 everyday Americans chosen to be guests.
Preview: S10 E10 | 0:32
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In the Blood Preview
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers the surprising roots of Michael Douglas & Lena Dunham.
Preview: S10 E9 | 0:31
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Lena Dunham's Ancestors' Heartbreaking Story of Survival
Lena Dunham's journey to uncover her family's past reveals a connection to the Holocaust.
Clip: S10 E9 | 4:59
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Michael Douglas Unravels His Family's Secret Past
Join Michael Douglas on a riveting quest into his family's hidden history
Clip: S10 E9 | 7:15
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