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Season 12: Extended Trailer

Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. returns for Season 12 on PBS, exploring the family trees of twenty guests through DNA and genealogy. From Africa to India, the Cherokee Nation to Texas, the series uncovers stories of resilience, love, and sacrifice, revealing how diverse histories intertwine to shape America’s shared identity.
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Preview Length 02:55 Premiere: 10/09/25

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Westward Bound
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Love & Basketball
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The Road We Took
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Caribbean Roots
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Great Migrations
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American Dreams
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FACES OF AMERICA: Mike Nichols' Escape from Nazi Germany
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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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Family Harmonies - S12 E7

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Love & Basketball - S12 E5

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The Road We Took - S12 E4

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