War Stories
Guests: Kehinde Wiley, Julianne Moore, Bill Hader. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the roots of actor Julianne Moore, comedian Bill Hader, and painter Kehinde Wiley, revealing how their ancestors’ military service left an indelible mark both on their families and on their country. (S03E06 was also titled "War Stories." Kehinde Wiley originally appeared in S05E09. Julianne Moore originally appeared in S03E06. Bill Hader originally appeared in S03E04.)
More from Season 6
Episode 1
Hollywood Royalty
Actresses Isabella Rossellini, Anjelica Huston and Mia Farrow explore their family histories, generations beyond their cinematic forebears.
Episode 2
Off the Farm
Actors Melissa McCarthy and Eric Stonestreet retrace their ancestral journeys.
Episode 3
Homecomings
Sterling K. Brown, Jon Batiste and Sasheer Zamata learn about the unexpected places their ancestors called home.
Episode 4
This Land is My Land
The unexpected family trees of Queen Latifah and Jeffrey Wright challenge preconceptions about America's past.
Episode 5
Beyond the Pale
Exploring the Jewish heritages of actor Jeff Goldblum, radio host Terry Gross and comic Marc Maron.
Episode 6
Secrets & Lies
Sigourney Weaver, Justina Machado and Amy Ryan explore their ancestry.
