‘House of the Dragon’ Star Harry Collett’s Family Tree Reveals a Heartbreaking WWII Tragedy
In 'House of the Dragon,' Harry Collett plays Jacaerys Velaryon, or Jace, a character who knows family loss and tragedy in a time of war. Explore how the actor's ancestors also faced family tragedy in a time of war.
13 Hollywood Actors with Irish Roots
Many Hollywood actors have Irish ancestry—here are just a few to highlight. You can alternatively watch a video on this ancestry report...
Sofia Carson Descends from Colombian and Middle Eastern Ancestors
The 'Purple Hearts' actress and musician is descended from a rich history of immigrants to Colombia and the United States. You probably...
'Elvis' Star Austin Butler Descended from Finnish Immigrants
Austin Butler is descended from Finns on his mother's side, and through his mother, has a deeper connection to Elvis. Austin Butler has...
'Top Gun: Maverick' Actors Tom Cruise and Glen Powell both Trace their Ancestry to King Edward I
Tom Cruise and Glen Powell star in 'Top Gun: Maverick' together — see how they are both descended from King Edward I of England. After a...
'Top Gun: Maverick' Actor Glen Powell is Descended from the Warriors of Genghis Khan
Glen Powell, who plays air warrior 'Hangman' in the new Top Gun: Maverick, is descended from the ancient Tatar warriors of Genghis Khan....
Josh Hutcherson is Related to George Washington
'Hunger Games' actor Josh Hutcherson is descended from the same Washington family lineage as the first U.S. President, George Washington....
Helena Bonham Carter's Grandmother was put in Hitler's 'Black Book'
Actress Helena Bonham Carter's grandmother spoke out with such fervor against fascism that she was put on Hitler's so-called 'Black...
William Moseley Descended from Scottish Royalty
William Moseley played King Peter in 'The Chronicles of Narnia' films, and it turns out that Moseley himself is the descendant of kings....
William Moseley's Ancestor Among Royal Institute of British Architects
'Narnia' actor William Moseley is descended from an architect who designed churches, markets, and taught architecture at Kings College...
William Moseley Descended from Welsh Schooner Captains
William Moseley, star of The Chronicles of Narnia films and The Royals TV series, comes from a line of distinguished sea captains. You...
William Moseley's Relative Discovered the Atomic Number
'Narnia' actor William Moseley is related to the eminent scientist who discovered the atomic number, revolutionizing the Periodic Table...
William Moseley's Ancestor Inspired Chinese Translation of the Bible
'Narnia' actor William Moseley's 3rd great grandfather sparked interest in translating the Bible into Chinese and sending Protestant...
Sarah Jessica Parker Descended from Accused Witch
'Hocus Pocus' star Sarah Jessica Parker played a Salem witch—turns out she's descended from one of the real-life accused witches. | By...
Chadwick Boseman Helped Many Make a Stronger Connection to their African Heritage
The late actor and producer Chadwick Boseman helped many find a stronger sense of identity in their African roots. Chadwick Boseman's...
Cameron Boyce's Grandmother was Among First Students to Desegregate High School in the South
The late Disney star Cameron Boyce's grandmother was part of the first group of black students who desegregated high school in Tennessee....
Matthew Noszka's Polish Heritage
Matthew Noszka has an impressive Polish heritage of immigrant ancestors chasing and achieving the American dream. Follow their journey...
'Flash' Star Grant Gustin Descended from Ancient Channel Islands Line
The star of the CW's 'Flash' series descends from a Jersey Island patriarchal family line. Grant Gustin stars as The Flash in the CW...
"Hidden Figures" Actress Taraji P. Henson's Ancestor was First to Reach the North Pole
The "Hidden Figures" actress has a relative in her family tree who made a great contribution to science by being the first to reach the...
Like Leia, Carrie Fisher's Ancestor Was a Prisoner Princess
There are many similarities between Princess Leia, the character portrayed by Carrie Fisher, and Fisher's own ancestor princess. Carrie...
Logan Lerman's Ancestors Fled Nazi-Controlled Europe
Actor Logan Lerman likely wouldn't be here today if his Jewish ancestors hadn't fled Nazi-controlled Europe when they did. | BY MIKE...
Ansel Elgort's Grandmother Saved Norway's Jewish Children from the Nazis
Ansel Elgort's grandmother was an amazing hero who saved many of Norway's Jewish children from being murdered by the Nazis. | BY MIKE...
Braeden Lemasters Descended from Civil War Officer, POW
Musician and actor Braeden Lemasters is descended from a Civil War officer with a colorful past. Braeden Lemasters is a singer-guitarist...
A Kitty Cat Saved the Life of Dylan Minnette's Ancestor
The 13 Reasons Why star and Wallows band frontman is here today in his present form, in part because a cat saved his ancestor's life. |...
Mark-Paul Gosselaar's Great Grandparents Were Murdered at the Sobibór Nazi Death Camp
Mark-Paul Gosselaar—the actor who played Zack Morris in Saved by the Bell—has a family tree with a sad past tied to the Holocaust.
'Game of Thrones' Actor Eugene Simon—Lancel of House Lannister—In Real Life Is of House Bruce
The actor who plays the role of Lancel Lannister in Game of Thrones is actually a descendant of Clan Bruce and the royal houses of...
Josh Hutcherson Descends from Revolutionary War Soldiers
Josh Hutcherson starred as the revolutionary fighter 'Peeta' in The Hunger Games, and in fact the real-life actor is descended from...
Beyoncé Descended from Acadian Hero and Cajun Pioneer
Beyoncé's family tree can be traced back to French colonials from Acadia and down to Afro-Creole survivors of slavery. | BY MIKE BATIE...
Spider-Man's Tom Holland Descended from 'the Greatest Knight Who Ever Lived'
Interesting parallels can be drawn between Tom Holland's ancient ancestor and the character of Spider-Man, who Tom portrays in the Marvel...
Written in the Stars: Finn Wittrock Descended from German Imperial Court Astrologer
American Horror Story and Unbroken actor Finn Wittrock is descended from a Medieval court astrologer to Emperor Frederick III. | BY MIKE...
Chris Evans Descended From Long Line of American Soldiers, Immigrants
Take a look at the fascinating family tree of actor Chris Evans and discover how his ancestry embodies the spirit of Captain America. |...
The Music's In His Veins: Dylan Minnette Descended from Court Musicians of Kings and Queens
The 13 Reasons Why actor and Wallows band musician has a musical heritage going back nearly 600 years. Dylan Minnette performing with his...