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S12·E2 Great Migrations

Episode: Season 12, Episode 2
Air Date: January 13, 2026
Score: 4/10 (3 TMDB votes)
Story Type: Core Character Arc

Core Aired January 13, 2026 ★ 4.0/10 · 3 TMDB votes

Synopsis

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. introduces rapper Wiz Khalifa and actor Sanaa Lathan to ancestors who left the American South, boldly breaking racial barriers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 12 Episode 2 of Finding Your Roots air?

Season 12, Episode 2 ('Great Migrations') originally aired on January 13, 2026.

How long is Season 12 Episode 2 ('Great Migrations')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Finding Your Roots.

What happens in Finding Your Roots Season 12 Episode 2?

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. introduces rapper Wiz Khalifa and actor Sanaa Lathan to ancestors who left the American South, boldly breaking racial barriers....

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