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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.

Preview Season 5 Episode 5 Length 00:30 Premiere: 02/05/19

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Freedom Tales Preview

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Artistic Roots - S12 E8

Director Spike Lee and actor Kristin Chenoweth trace their roots, meeting ancestors whose creativity built their families.

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Born to Sing - S10 E1

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the remarkable roots of singers Alanis Morissette and Ciara, revealing their hidden connections to history and music.

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Larger Than Life - S11 E1

Research into the ancestry of singer Lea Salonga and actress Amanda Seyfried reveals relatives who survived heart-wrenching ordeals.

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Artistic Roots - S12 E8

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Family Harmonies - S12 E7

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Westward Bound - S12 E6

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Love & Basketball - S12 E5

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The Road We Took - S12 E4

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Caribbean Roots - S12 E3

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