Ep 3. Secret Lives

In Finding Your Roots season 9 episode 3 titled "Secret Lives," host Henry Louis Gates Jr. delves into the family trees of three celebrity guests to uncover hidden stories and surprising connections.

First up is actor Luis Guzmán, who never knew much about his father's side of the family. With the help of genealogical research and DNA testing, Gates uncovers a shocking secret about Guzmán's grandfather's past and takes the actor on an emotional journey to Puerto Rico to explore his roots.

Next, comedian Bill Burr discovers that his great-great-grandfather was a Civil War hero. But as Gates digs deeper, he uncovers a conflicted and complicated legacy that his ancestor left behind.

Finally, Gates reveals to actress Julianna Margulies that her great-grandfather was an early feminist and supporter of women's suffrage. Margulies is stunned to learn about this previously unknown family history and reflects on the importance of knowing and honoring our ancestors' legacies.

Throughout the episode, Gates uses cutting-edge technology and old-fashioned detective work to build a more complete picture of each guest's family tree. Along the way, the show explores themes of identity, legacy, and the power of family history to shape who we are today.