Finding Your Roots
DNA Cousins with Kevin Bacon
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Kasi Lemmons learns that she is DNA cousins with Kevin Bacon.
Kasi Lemmons discovers she has a shared identical stretch of DNA with actor Kevin Bacon.
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Finding Your Roots
DNA Cousins with Kevin Bacon
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Kasi Lemmons discovers she has a shared identical stretch of DNA with actor Kevin Bacon.
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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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Clip: S7 Ep5 | 1m 1s | Pharrell Williams learns of the dark history behind his surname. (1m 1s)
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Clip: S7 Ep5 | 45s | Pharrell Williams opens up about the impact of learning about his family tree. (45s)
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Clip: S7 Ep5 | 47s | Pharrell Williams discusses the power behind his popular song, “Happy.” (47s)
Kasi Lemmons Is Moved to Learn About Her African Ancestors
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Clip: S7 Ep5 | 2m 9s | Kasi Lemmons learns the story behind her family's last name. (2m 9s)
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Clip: S7 Ep5 | 56s | Kasi Lemmons opens up about her reasoning behind her chosen projects. (56s)
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Preview: S7 Ep5 | 34s | Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps musician Pharrell Williams and filmmaker Kasi Lemmons. (34s)
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