Who Do You Think You Are? USA

Actress Jennifer Grey explores her family history, discovering new details about the grandfather she believed she understood. She learns how he overcame hardship through perseverance and emerged as a guiding figure within his community, inspiring his neighbours and future generations.

The programme is an episode that follows actress Jennifer Grey as its central figure. It is presented as a personal journey, with Grey taking the viewer through a series of discoveries about her own family background. The format is straightforward, focusing on her experience rather than on any broader cast or production details. In this installment, Grey sets out to map her lineage and, in doing so, learns that the grandfather she believed she understood is far more complex than her previous assumptions. As she pieces together his story, she uncovers the hardships he endured and the ways he overcame them. The narrative shows how, despite those challenges, he emerged as a guiding light for those around him, becoming a respected pillar of his community. The episode charts Grey’s investigative process, from gathering records to reflecting on the newfound knowledge. Throughout, she highlights the contrast between the familiar image she held of her grandfather and the resilient, community‑focused individual he truly was. By the end, the audience sees how this revelation reshapes her perception of her own heritage, illustrating the powerful impact of uncovering hidden family histories.