Birth Name: Jorge Daniel Pardo
Place of Birth: Panorama City, Los Angeles, California, United States
Date of Birth: September 7, 1979
Ethnicity:
*Argentinian (father)
*Salvadoran (mother)
J. D. Pardo is an American actor and model.
J. D. is the son of Dura M. (Anzora) and Jorge Pardo.
Sources: Birth record of J. D. Pardo – http://www.familysearch.org
Marriage record of J. D.’s parents – http://www.familysearch.org
http://screenertv.com
https://www.youtube.com
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Birth Name: Diogo Miguel Soares Morgado
Place of Birth: Campo Grande, Lisbon, Portugal
Date of Birth: January 17, 1980 or 1981
Ethnicity: Portuguese
Diogo Morgado is a Portuguese actor.
Diogo is the son of Fátima (Soares) and Francisco Morgado. He has a brother, Pedro.
Diogo speaks fluent Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French.
Sources: http://www.dailymail.co.uk
https://www.youtube.com
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Birth Name: David Benjamin Wain
Place of Birth: Shaker Heights, Ohio, U.S.
Date of Birth: August 1, 1969
Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish
David Wein is an American comedian, writer, actor, and director.
David is the son of Nina Kaye (Saul) and Norman Wain/Weinstock. Both David’s parents are/were Jewish.
David’s paternal grandfather was Benjamin “Ben” Weinstock. Benjamin was born in Russia.
David’s paternal grandmother was Pearl Bellibroff (the daughter of Max/Meckel Bellibroff and Lena Wolinsky). Pearl was born in Russia. Max was the son of Isaac Bellibrov and Bessie.
David’s maternal grandfather was Albert D. Saul (the son of Charles Saul and Hannah Bernstein). Albert was born in Poland.
David’s maternal grandmother was Sylvia Cohn (the daughter of David L. Cohn and Rose Grenstein). Sylvia was born in Ohio, to a father from Poland and a mother from New York, whose own parents were from Hungary.
Sources: Genealogy of David Wein (focusing on his father’s side) – https://www.geni.com
David’s paternal grandfather, Benjamin “Ben” Weinstock, on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org
Obituary of David’s mother, Nina Kaye (Saul) Wein – http://www.legacy.com
Marriage record of David’s maternal grandparents, Albert D. Saul and Sylvia Cohn – http://www.familysearch.org
David’s maternal grandparents, Albert D. Saul and Sylvia Cohn, on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org
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Birth Name: Michael E. Showalter
Place of Birth: Princeton, New Jersey, U.S.
Date of Birth: June 17, 1970
Ethnicity:
*English, some German, distant French (father)
*Ashkenazi Jewish (mother)
Michael Showalter is an American comedian, actor, producer, writer, and director.
Michael is the son of writer, literary critic, and professor Elaine Showalter (born Elaine Cottler) and professor English Showalter, Jr. He has a sister, Vinca.
Michael’s father has English, some German, and distant French, ancestry, and is an Episcopalian. Michael’s mother is Jewish, and was disowned by her own parents for marrying outside the Jewish faith.
Michael’s patrilineal line can be traced back to Jacob Mathias Showalter, who was born, c. 1702, in Germany.
Michael’s paternal grandfather was English Showalter, Sr. (the son of Chester David Michael Showalter and Lou Ella English). Chester was the son of Josiah Thomas Showalter and Sara Catherine Vaden. Lou was the daughter of James Lewis English and Parmelia Anne Tyree. Michael’s great-great-grandmother Sara’s patrilineal line can be traced back to Isaac Vaudin and his wife, Elizabeth LeBroc, who were likely of French descent.
Michael’s paternal grandmother was Jean Lee Staples (the daughter of Abram Penn Staples and Jean Duncan Watts). Abram was the son of Abram Penn Staples and Sallie Clement Hunt. Michael’s great-grandmother Jean was the daughter of John Allen Watts and Gertrude Lee.
Michael’s maternal grandfather was Paul Cottler. Paul was born in Kiev, Russian Empire (now Ukraine).
Michael’s maternal grandmother was Violet Rottenberg (the daughter of Nathan Rottenberg and Geneva/Jennie). Violet was born in Massachusetts, to parents from Poland.
Sources: Genealogy of Michael Showalter (focusing on his father’s side) – http://www.genealogy.com
Genealogy of Michael’s paternal grandfather, English Showalter, Sr. – http://www.geni.com
Michael’s maternal grandmother, Violet Rottenberg, on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org
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Birth Name: Judith Jyabo Shekoni
Place of Birth: Gorton, Manchester, Lancashire, England, U.K.
Date of Birth: 1978
Ethnicity:
*Yoruba Nigerian (father)
*English, Spanish (mother)
Judi Shekoni is a British actress, model, and television presenter.
Judi’s father is from Nigeria, of Yoruba descent. Judi’s mother, who holds the surname “Fenn”, has English and Spanish ancestry.
She has stated:
I definitely have a lot of Nigerian going on in my name. My dad is Nigerian and my mum is half Spanish and half British. Shekoni is Yoruba and my middle name is Iyabo. I have been to Nigeria twice, which was great, and I would love to get back there again.
Sources: Birth record of Judi Shekoni – http://www.familysearch.org
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Place of Birth: Perth, Australia
Date of Birth: 29 April, 1996
Ethnicity: English, possibly other
Katherine Langford is an Australian actress and swimmer.
Birth Name: Conrad Wayne Ricamora
Place of Birth: Santa Maria, California, U.S.
Date of Birth: September 17, 1979
Ethnicity:
*likely Filipino (father)
*German, English, possibly other (mother)
Conrad Ricamora is an American actor.
Conrad is the son of Dora Zachary (born Dora Karen Baun) and Ronaldo “Ron” Fruto Ricamora. Conrad was raised by his father and stepmother, Deborah “Debbie” Jean Bolender, in Niceville, Florida.
Conrad’s father was born in Manila, the Philippines, and moved to the U.S. at the age of ten. Conrad’s mother’s surname is of German origin.
Conrad has stated that one of his ninth-great-grandfathers on his mother’s side married Judith Shakespeare, the daughter of English poet William Shakespeare.
Regarding his father’s ethnic background, Conrad has stated:
“My dad was born in Manila. He was adopted and we are in the process of discovering the details of where his biological family is from, so that’s pretty exciting. He moved to the United States when he was 10”.
Sources: Birth Certificate of Conrad Ricamora – http://www.familysearch.org
Divorce record of Conrad’ parents, Ronaldo Fruto Ricamora and Dora K. Baun – http://www.familysearch.org
http://entertainment.inquirer.net/
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Birth Name: Karl Diedrich Bader
Place of Birth: Alexandria, Virginia, U.S.
Date of Birth: December 24, 1966
Ethnicity: German, Irish, Scottish, possibly other
Diedrich Bader is an American actor, voice actor, and comedian.
Diedrich is the son of sculptor Gretta Bader (born Margaret Marie Lange) and political activist William B. Bader (born William Banks Bader).
Diedrich’s paternal grandfather was Edward Lawrence Bader, Jr. (the son of Edward Lawrence Bader, Sr. and Katherine/Kathryn A. Holvick). Edward, Sr. was the son of Daniel Bader and Sarah F. Boyle. Katherine was the daughter of John Holvick and Anna/Annie.
Diedrich’s great-grandfather Edward served as the Mayor of Atlantic City, New Jersey, from 1920 to 1927. He was born in Pennsylvania, to a father from Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, and a mother from Scotland. Diedrich’s great-grandmother Katherine was born in New Jersey, to a father from Prussia/Germany and a mother from Ireland.
Diedrich’s paternal grandmother was Mary Celeste Burkard (the daughter of William Henry Burkard/Berkhard and Mary Loyola McGrath). William was the son of Charles L. Burkard/Berkhard and Mary A. Feltus. Mary was the daughter of John McGrath and Josephine.
Diedrich’s great-grandfather William was born in New Jersey, to a father from Baden-Württemberg, Germany and a mother from Ireland.
Diedrich’s maternal grandparents were Margaret and John D. Lange (the son of Tonjes August Lange and Marie). Diedrich’s great-grandparents Tonjes and Marie were both born in Germany, to parents from Germany.
Sources: Genealogy of Diedrich Bader (focusing on his father’s side) – http://www.genealogy.com
Obituary of Diedrich’s mother, Margaret Marie Lange – http://www.washingtonpost.com
Obituary of Diedrich’s father, William Banks Bader – http://www.washingtonpost.com
Genealogy of Diedrich’s paternal great-grandparents, Edward Lawrence Bader and Katherine/Kathryn A. Holvick – http://www.wikitree.com
Diedrich’s paternal great-grandparents, Edward Lawrence Bader and Katherine/Kathryn A. Holvick – http://www.familysearch.org
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Birth Name: Jennifer Morata Proske
Place of Birth: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Date of Birth: August 8, 1987
Ethnicity: Slovenian, German, Spanish
Jenn Proske is a Canadian actress.
Jenn is the daughter of Linda Marie (Morata) and Herbert “Herb” Proske. Jenn’s father was born in Ljubljana, Slovenia, and raised in St. Catherines, Ontario, Canada. Jenn’s mother is American. Jenn was raised in California, U.S. Jenn is married to actor Stephen Schneider. Jenn converted to Judaism upon their marriage.
She has stated:
I am German, Slovenian and Spanish… My Dad was born in Ljubljana and I still have lots of relatives there, so I try to visit when I can. It’s such a beautiful, amazing county. I would love to spend more time there, learn the language, and explore my Eastern European roots. It would be such a dream to get the opportunity to do a movie in Eastern Europe one day!
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Birth Name: Miruna Alexandra Mănescu
Place of Birth: Petroșani, Hunedoara, Romania
Date of Birth: 14 March, 1989
Ethnicity: Romanian
Miruna Mănescu is a Romanian singer. She is known as the lead vocalist for the Swiss pop band Timebelle, that will represent Switzerland in the Eurovision Song Contest 2011.
Her mother is named Dana.
Birth Name: George Coleman Eads, III
Place of Birth: Fort Worth, Texas, U.S.
Date of Birth: March 1, 1967
Ethnicity:
*English, some Irish (father)
*Greek (mother)
George Eads is an American actor.
George is the son of Vivian (Athens) and Arthur Coleman “Cappy” Eads. He has a sister, Angela.
George’s father has English and some Irish roots. George’s mother is said to have Greek ancestry.
When asked in an interview whether he has Irish roots, George has stated:
“D’you know, I’m not too sure I do. My mother’s Greek and on my father’s side, the family tree just dies in Texas. My dad’s a big guy, but I’m not sure what his background is”.
George’s paternal grandfather was George Coleman Eads, Jr. (the son of George Coleman Eads, Sr. and Mary Byrd Ramsey). George, Sr. was the son of William Alexander Eads and Mary Ann Murphy. Mary was the daughter of Ambrose Knox Ramsey and Sarah C. Taylor.
George’s great-great-grandfather William’s patrilineal line can be traced back to William Eads and his wife, Hannah Clark, who were born, c. 1685, in Surrey and Yorkshire, England, respectively.
George’s paternal grandmother was Jessie Mae Ballard (the daughter of Arthur Elmer Ballard and Minnie Mae McNatt). Arthur was the son of Thomas Sanford Ballard and Elizabeth Pamelia Conder. Minnie was the daughter of Benjamin “Benj” Franklin McNatt and Annie Maria Jackson.
Sources: Obituary of George’s father, Arthur Coleman “Cappy” Eads – http:/www.findagrave.com
Genealogies of George Eads (focusing on his father’s side) – http://www.geni.com
http://worldconnect.rootsweb.ancestry.com/
https://www.joe.ie/life-style/csis-george-eads-takes-it-easy-with-joe-14960
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Birth Name: Greyston Holt Stefancsik
Place of Birth: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Date of Birth: September 30, 1985
Ethnicity: Hungarian
Greyston Holt is a Canadian actor.
Greyston is the son of Nancy and Michael “Mike” Stefancsik. He was raised in Salt Spring Island, British Columbia.
Greyston’s paternal grandparents were Michael Stefancsik and Edith. They moved from Hungary to Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, in 1957.
Greyston’s maternal grandmother, Anna Horvath, was also Hungarian, and moved to Canada in 1927.
Sources: https://greetergrammer1.wordpress.com
https://uinterview.com
https://www.pressreader.com
https://newspaperarchive.com
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Birth Name: Gregory Michael Bryk
Place of Birth: Toronto, Ontario, or Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Date of Birth: c. 1972
Ethnicity: Ukrainian
Greg Bryk is a Canadian film and television actor. He is married to Danielle Nicholas.
Greg is the son of Doreen (Phill) and Justice Donald Bryk. Greg’s parents likely had origins in Galicia/Ukraine; All of Greg’s grandparents had bonds with the Ukrainian Holy Family Home elderly residence in Winnipeg.
Greg’s paternal grandparents were Harry Bryk and Paraskevia “Pearl” Sumka (the daughter of Hryhori/Hryhoriy Sumka and Katerena).
Greg’s maternal grandparents were Harry Phill (the son of Michael Fill and Maria) and Sophie.
Sources: Obituary of Greg’s paternal grandmother, Paraskevia “Pearl” (Sumka) Bryk – http://passages.winnipegfreepress.com
Obituary of Greg’s maternal grandfather, Harry Phill – http://passages.winnipegfreepress.com
http://www.winnipegfreepress.com
http://www.holyfamilyhome.mb.ca
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Birth Name: Saul H. Rubinek
Place of Birth: Föhrenwald, Wolfratshausen, Upper Bavaria, Germany
Date of Birth: July 2, 1948
Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish
Saul Rubinek is a German-born Canadian character actor, director, producer, and playwright.
Saul is the son of Frania and Israel Rubinek. Saul’s parents were Polish Jews from Pińczów, Poland, who moved to Canada in 1948. Saul was raised in Montréal, Québec, and also lived in Ottawa and Toronto, Ontario.
Sources: http://www.thestar.com
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Birth Name: Eric Edward Kripke
Place of Birth: Toledo, Ohio, U.S.
Date of Birth: April 24, 1974
Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish
Eric Kripke is an American television writer, director, and producer. He is known for being the creator of CW television series Supernatural.
Eric is the son of Joan “Joanie” (Levy) and Lawrence “Larry” W. Kripke. Eric’s parents are both Jewish.
Eric’s paternal grandfather was Sherwin Kripke (the son of Maurice Kripke and Celia Vine). Sherwin was born in Michigan, to a father from Poland and a mother from Michigan, whose own parents were from Poland.
Eric’s paternal grandmother was Naomi Cousin (the daughter of Isadore Cousin and Lillian/Lilly Greenspoon). Naomi was born in Ohio, to parents from Russia.
Eric’s maternal grandfather was Ben Levy.
Eric’s maternal grandmother was Edith Siegel/Siegal (the daughter of Jacob Siegal and Dora). Edith was born in Illinois, to a father from Romania and a mother from Russia.
Sources: Eric’s paternal grandfather, Sherwin Kripke, on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org
Eric’s paternal grandmother, Naomi Cousin, on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org
Obituary of Eric’s paternal grandmother, Naomi (Cousin) Kripke – http://www.legacy.com
Birth record of Eric’s uncle (mother’s brother), Morris Allen Levy – http://www.familysearch.org
Obituary of Eric’s uncle (mother’s brother), Morris Allen Levy – http://www.legacy.com
Eric’s maternal grandmother, Edith Siegel/Siegal, on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org
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Birth Name: Lani Desmonet Lydic
Place of Birth: Summit, New Jersey, U.S.
Date of Birth: June 30, 1981
Ethnicity: German, English, Scottish, Irish, 1/8 Swedish
Desi Lydic is an American comedian and actress. She is a correspondent on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, hosted by Trevor Noah.
Desi is the daughter of Onalee Reith Peterson and Jack Edward Lydic. Desi was raised in Louisville, Kentucky.
Desi’s paternal grandfather was Boyd Edward Lydic (the son of Edward Lydic/Lydick and Nellie/Nell Kunkle). Edward was the son of James S. Lydick and Elizabeth. Nellie was the daughter of Walter Balsar Kunkle and Mary Ellen McGeary.
Desi’s paternal grandmother was Lois Lee Williams.
Desi’s maternal grandfather was Willard Fredolph Peterson (the son of Fredolph Peterson and Lou Ella). Fredolph was born in Minnesota, to parents from Sweden. Lou Ella was also born in Minnesota, to parents from Germany.
Desi’s maternal grandmother was Anamarie Daun/Dawn Miller (the daughter of Edward Alexander Miller and Lillian Dowsland). Edward was the son of James K. Miller and Sarah Ann Stevenson. James was the son of Alexander Miller and Jennie King. Sarah was the daughter of Hugh Stevenson and Nancy Ann Leitch.
Desi’s great-grandfather Edward was born in Minnesota, to a father from either Scotland or Northern Ireland, whose own parents were Irish, and a mother from Canada, whose own parents were from Argyll, Scotland. Desi’s great-grandmother Lillian was born in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England, to parents from England.
Sources: Birth Certificate of Desi Lydic – http://www.familysearch.org
Genealogy of Desi Lydic (focusing on her mother’s side) – http://www.genealogy.com
Obituary of Desi’s paternal grandfather, Boyd Edward Lydic – http://www.legacy.com
Marriage Record of Desi’s paternal grandparents, Boyd Edward Lydic and Lois Lee Williams – http://www.familysearch.org
Obituary of Desi’s paternal great-grandmother, Nellie/Nell Kunkle – http://www.findagrave.com
Obituary of Desi’s uncle (mother’s brother), Scott Peterson – http://postbulletin.com
Desi’s maternal grandfather, Willard Fredolph Peterson, on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org
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Birth Name: Terence Richard McAuliffe
Place of Birth: Syracuse, New York, United States
Date of Birth: February 9, 1957
Ethnicity:
*75% Irish
*25% German
Terry McAuliffe is an American politician and former businessman.
Terry is the son of Mildred Katherine “Millie” (Lonergan) and John Emmett “Jack” McAuliffe.
Terry’s paternal grandparents were Emmett Robert McAuliffe (the son of Thomas McAuliffe and Mary Ellen Herald) and Mary Slattery. Thomas was Irish, the son of Bartholomew Eugene McAuliffe and Ellen Foley. Mary was born in Ontario, Canada, to Irish parents, Dennis Herald and Margaret Denean. Mary was born in New York, to Irish parents.
Terry’s maternal grandparents were Joseph J. Lonergan (the son of Patrick Lonergan and Kate Morton) and Mildred A. Riha. Patrick was the son of Irish parents, James Lonergan and Ann Burke. Kate was born in New York, to Irish parents. Mildred was born in New York, to German parents.
Source: Genealogy of Terry McAuliffe – http://gw.geneanet.org/
Terry’s father, John Emmett McAuliffe, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:MV9S-FFX
John on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:X4RJ-WZV
Terry’s paternal grandfather, Emmett Robert McAuliffe, on the 1910 U.S. Census – Emmett Robert McAuliffe
Terry’s mother on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:X4RP-P51
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Place of Birth: Salamanca, Castile and León, Spain
Date of Birth: June 25, 1963
Ethnicity: French-Canadian
Yann Martel is a Spanish-born Canadian author and writer. He is known for his novel Life of Pi. He is married to British-born writer Alice Kuipers.
Yann is the son of Nicole (Perron) and diplomat/writer Émile Martel. Yann was raised in Costa Rica, France, Spain, and Canada.
Both of Yann’s parents are French-Canadian; his father was born in Amos, Québec, Canada. Some of Yann’s origins are in Rouen, Normandy, France.
Yann’s paternal grandparents were Émile Martel and Carmelle Bourgault.
Yann’s maternal grandfather was Emile Perron (the son of Theophile Perron and Marie-Philomene Rouleau). Theophile was the son of Jean-Baptiste Perron and Anathalie Jacques. Marie-Philomene was the daughter of Pierre Rouleau and Philomène Bilodeau.
Yann’s maternal grandmother was Euchariste Dodier (the daughter of Jean-Evangeliste Dodier and Odelie Perron). Jean-Evangeliste was the son of Hilaire Dodier and Marie-Adele Vallee. Odelie was the daughter of Eugene Perron and Rosalie Cliche.
Source: Genealogy of Yann’s parents, Émile Martel and Nicole Perron – http://www.nosorigines.qc.ca
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Place of Birth: New York City, New York, U.S.
Ethnicity: French, Italian, Spanish, Lebanese
Murielle Telio is an American actress.
Murielle is the daughter of Janine (Sitbon) and Ike Telio. Murielle was raised in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Sources: http://murielletelio.com (Official Website)
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Birth Name: Ivan Sergei Gaudio
Place of Birth: Hawthorne, New Jersey, U.S.
Date of Birth: May 7, 1971
Ethnicity: Dutch, Italian
Ivan Sergei is an American actor. Ivan is said to be of Dutch and Italian descent.
Sources: http://www.palipost.com
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