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S8·E5 Mexican Roots

Episode
Season 8, Episode 5
Air Date
February 1, 2022
Runtime
60 minutes
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired February 1, 2022 60 min
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Synopsis

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the deep Mexican roots of talk show host Mario Lopez and comedian Melissa Villaseñor, uncovering ancestors stretching back to the 1500s. Weaving together stories of migratory farmers, Spanish Conquistadors and Native Americans, Gates conjures up personal histories of diverse, sometimes conflicting, elements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 8 Episode 5 of Finding Your Roots air?

Season 8, Episode 5 ('Mexican Roots') originally aired on February 1, 2022.

How long is Season 8 Episode 5 ('Mexican Roots')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 60 minutes.

What happens in Finding Your Roots Season 8 Episode 5?

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the deep Mexican roots of talk show host Mario Lopez and comedian Melissa Villaseñor, uncovering ancestors stretching back to the 1500s. Weaving together stories of migratory farmers, Spanish Conquistadors and Native Americans, Gates conjures up personal histories of ...

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