Ep 6. What Family Feels Like
- TV-PG
- November 29, 2019
- 42 min
In the sixth episode of the sixth season of Long Lost Family titled "What Family Feels Like," two searchers are on a quest to finally meet the siblings they've always known existed. Hosts Chris Jacobs and Lisa Joyner are on hand to help them navigate the emotional journey of finding their long-lost family members.
The first searcher is Tim from Michigan, who has been searching for his half-siblings for over 30 years. Tim's mother gave birth to three children before him, and he was raised in a different family. Tim has always known about his older half-siblings, but he has never been able to find them. Chris and Lisa help Tim locate his brother, Jim, who lives in Florida. Jim is ecstatic to learn he has a brother and agrees to meet him.
Next, the team helps Tim locate his sister, Mary, who lives in Michigan. Mary is surprised to learn she has a brother and is skeptical at first, but Chris and Lisa encourage her to meet Tim. When they finally meet, the siblings instantly connect and share stories about their mother and growing up apart.
The second searcher is Evelyn from California. Evelyn was born in Germany and was adopted by an American family when she was just two years old. She has always known she had a biological sister in Germany and has been searching for her for years. With the help of a German search angel, Chris and Lisa are able to locate Evelyn's sister, Gabriele.
Gabriele is shocked to hear from Evelyn and is excited to finally meet her sister. The two women share pictures and stories and learn about each other's lives. Gabriele takes Evelyn to meet their mother, who is living in an assisted living home. The reunion is emotional, and the sisters are finally able to learn about their shared history and heritage.
Throughout the episode, Chris and Lisa provide emotional support to the searchers as they navigate the highs and lows of the reunion process. They offer advice and encouragement, and they celebrate the joy of finding long-lost family members.
In the end, both Tim and Evelyn are able to reunite with their siblings and connect with their biological families. They are overwhelmed with joy and gratitude and express their appreciation to Chris and Lisa for their help. The episode serves as a reminder of the power of family and the importance of connection.