Who Do You Think You Are?

2007•10 series
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Genealogy series in which well-known people trace their family tree, often travelling to different areas and other countries to follow in their ancestors' footsteps. Family secrets and forgotten stories are revealed, sometimes confirming the celebrity's previous ideas, but often completely subverting their expectations as tales of bravery, charity, loss and heartbreak come to light. Past participants include Bill Oddie, JK Rowling, Graham Norton, Nigella Lawson, Jeremy Irons and Patrick Stewart.

Zoe Ball: Episode Image
Episode 1Zoe Ball

From Scotland to Cornwall, Zoe Ball is inspired by her ancestors’ resilience.

Amy Dowden: Episode Image
Episode 2Amy Dowden

Amy Dowden investigates a rumour of murder in her family history. Some upsetting scenes.

Joe Swash: Episode Image
Episode 3Joe Swash

Joe Swash goes in search of his Italian roots, discovering lawbreaking and a murder.

Ruth Madeley: Episode Image
Episode 4Ruth Madeley

Ruth Madeley unearths a family secret and discovers the identity of a lost ancestor.

Toby Jones: Episode Image
Episode 5Toby Jones

Toby Jones investigates a family rumour of a connection to India on his dad’s side.

Adeel Akhtar: Episode Image
Episode 6Adeel Akhtar

Adeel Akhtar makes a surprising discovery about his Indian Kenyan heritage.

Dame Harriet Walter: Episode Image
Episode 7Dame Harriet Walter

Harriet Walter travels from Italy to Australia to uncover her family’s dramatic past.

Katarina Johnson-Thompson: Episode Image
Episode 8Katarina Johnson-Thompson

Katarina Johnson-Thompson travels to The Bahamas and Miami in search of her ancestry.

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