The Brick Wall Falls

Season 10 Episode 7

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. shares ancestry with actor Danielle Brooks & singer Dionne Warwick.

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.

AIR DATE 2/13/24

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About Finding Your Roots

Join Harvard scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr. to uncover the surprising ancestral stories of 28 cultural trailblazers with fascinating histories. The series ends with an exploration of how science and history can inspire the next generation.

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Broadcast Dates

#808 - Songs of the Past |
Wednesday, Jun 11 at 2pm TPT 2
#808 - Songs of the Past |
Saturday, Jun 14 at 5pm TPT 2
#808 - Songs of the Past |
Monday, Jun 16 at 4pm TPT 2
#1001 - Born to Sing |
Wednesday, Jun 18 at 2pm TPT 2
#1001 - Born to Sing |
Wednesday, Jun 18 at 11pm TPT 2

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