Place of Birth: Smithtown, New York, United States
Date of Birth: April 18, 1976
Ethnicity: Slovenian (maternal grandfather), other
Melissa Joan Hart is an American actress, director, producer, singer, fashion designer, and businesswoman. She is the daughter of Paula Joan (Voje) Gilliams and William Leslie Hart.
Melissa’s paternal grandparent was named Ethel Hart.
Melissa’s maternal grandfather was Stanley John Voje (the son of Frank Voje and Angela Kosak). Stanley was born in Pennsylvania, to Slovenian parents. Frank was the son of Frank Woje and Julia Strusse. Angela was the daughter of Thomas Kosak and Anna Pertodnick.
Melissa’s maternal grandmother was Joan Melissa.
Sources: Genealogy of Melissa Joan Hart (focusing on her mother’s side)
Obituary of Melissa’s maternal grandfather, Stanley John Voje
Marriage record of Melissa’s great-grandparents, Frank Voje and Angela Kosak
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