Both sides of his family were brilliant, one grandfather being the President of Norfolk is actually a big deal, and his other grandfather being a famous painter is phenomenal.
The feelings of disgust, hopelessness and anger never fades everytime I hear about slavery. What slavery has done to the black race in America is unforgivable and should be part of America's history curriculum.
Dr. Gates is wonderful, he warms my heart every time I see him invest in our ancestral life. Russell is a comical guy, what a fascinating family story.
What an interesting and amazing family background. It just shows the perseverance of people. God bless Black people in this country. We have overcome so much and still have far to go.
My 27 year old son has been able to look up to Russell Wilson as a ROLE MODEL! THANK YOU RUSSELL FOR BRINGING JOY AND UNITY TO OUR FAMILY! GO HAWKS! WHIDBEY ISLAND WASHINGTON
lunetta williams I like him, and he’s handsome. But what a bore. Maybe he’s taken one to many hits? Seems like his family had quite a few intellectuals. Russell is a jock.
Alara Hillton You come off as a complete troll. You don't fool me.. You made a whole page just to troll! I can't stand people like you. Trolling in disguise. He's no more boring than the host. What do you expect him to do jump out the seat and do the Harlem shake!? He received nothing but positive remarks following this recording from all the comments I've read of how engaged everyone was. " he's a jock" wtf
this man Russell Wilson will become one of the greatest american who ever live...and he is just beginning...Ciara is extremely lucky to catch a man like Russell...
I just love this young man what a tribute to his family and me as a great grand parent, I feel so good knowing that our young people are turning out to be gold treasures that make us all do and feel well.
Just saw this today These facts should be on the history book. A black baby from a white mother free because she came from white and then sued the courts because she was supposed 2be free along with her children. Amazing. Their rules. About slavery. Wow wow
He was fortunate to be raised by good people. Too many young black men have parents that are a mess, especially having fathers who either get caught up in the streets, resulting in death or jail, or who just walk away from their children, like they don't exist. There is never an excuse to walk away from your children, I don't care how tough things get.
Despite 400 years of oppression and heartbreak, the tenacity of spirit and love of his ancestors has realized a dream in Russell. They would be pleased! He is all we should hope to become.
Russell Wilson is not nessaserely proud to be Black. He reveals this in his comments.He was raised coloured.He is most proud as Mr. Gates is, of his European ancestry.
When Wilson read "slave" I could see how that crushed him. To know that our ancestors were owned by someone brings it back home. Wilson, is blessed to go far in his history. He is one amazing athlete, husband, and father. Thanks, Dr. Gates!
God bless us all in 2020 during this coranvirus pandemic.You've know that The God of Abraham, Issac and Jacob is still on the throne...I love His truths...Not Man,woman, or child's! I thank God for all the technology and resources available for our time...Just imagine the next 20 years...The God of Abraham, Issac and Jacob don't crack the skies up above..God bless us all..
This was absolutely beautiful, this is why Russ is the awesome, strong, determine man he is, he is so beautiful, Ciara is extremely lucky, not much left of men like him that comes from greatness!!
I love how he stood on the Word of God!! Amen Russell. Ciara is a blessed woman, and I'm not just talking about his looks. I'm talking about his spirit and personality. Such a blessing. ~JESUS IS LORD~
.........what is there to say about this man that has not already been said. To watch this man just walk through life is a joy. He is SO YOUNG and so inspirational. SO kind, giving, loving, intelligent, humble, unafraid, and let's not forget, SO DAMN FINE!!!!!!!!!!!! My admiration for Russell Wilson has been too deep to credit him alone. I KNEW I had to learn more of his family and of his parents (I've still got much more to go) so to find this video on him, was a gem. I was laughing along, I was yelling at my laptop at Russell on parts lol.... I was responding before the crowd did... I was just in awe watching him and listening. It was a pleasure to watch this and I am SO thankful that this was posted. I am a true Russell Carrington WIlson fan..... Ciara if you EVER let this man go..... you would SERIOUSLY need to get checked out lol .... j/k --- I just really see so much to love about this man and his family. As he says, no person is perfect, but MY GOODNESS... if I had to pick a person that would model what PERFECT would look like if it existed.... Russell C. Wilson would be it! #3, Love this man!!!
This story of Russell Wilson is fascinating & exciting with an expansive amount of sadness. But, truly Amazing! Thank You!..❤💋 Note: Russell now say: I FOUND YOU!...I Found YOU! 😘
With ALL DUE respect, what a sweetie pie!! Thank-you Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr., for the amazing work you and your team do, to enlighten us all about our beautifully interwoven human heritage!
whoa! HenryGatesJr, way to deliver the academic research. That was super phenomenal. 2nd Quarterback of AfricanAmerican descent to win SuperBowl... only 1 distinction that demonstrates the outstanding achievements of Wilson.
Everyone in Russell’s family tree exemplifies who he is and continues to be. This was a great journey through his life. Thanks Dr. Gates and Russell. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Before Russell Wilson #3 came to Aurora, Colorado 🏞️ Denver We had a Mulotto Police 🚓 Chief Nicholas Metz. Metzger Metzler. I think He retired at the time Wilson... Landed in Denver 🛫
Great job! This is so inspiring, love Russell Wilson, he is the GOODMAN BRAND. Thank you Henry Louis Gates, Jr., awesome job. #LeadInspireLive Russell Wilson words
This was a beautiful and amazing journey. The love that his family has poured into him is so very apparent by the love that he expresses and his gentleness. His spirit is beautiful. Thank you for sharing this family story.
This was so great! Thank you for putting it online so everyone could experience it. Dr. Gates and Russell Wilson are wonderful and entertaining. This makes me want to learn more about my own family tree. It is no surprise that such a great person descended from other great people. I'm amazed how far back they were able to go.
The joy in watching two intelligent and humorous men enjoy themselves together. And I love Russell’s humility in asking about words and their meaning. So happy for Ciara in choosing a great man to marry and father her children. This is also a good example of how good strong men in the family tree gets passed down. And the Charity story is the best! God bless the ancestors!
What surprised me was the large number of college graduates in his family. That they were not only getting an education, but at some of the best schools in the country shows that he's been passed down not only athletic talent, but great intelligence as well, which really shows.
Are you serious? You are surprised that so many people in his family were educated? So I guess that you have never heard of HBCUs which the first was founded in 1837, prior to the civil war and the emancipation. There are many Black families with educated members...maybe you should get out more. That was offensive.
@@AudreyAdams2011 actually it wasn't. There are not a lot of black families with long lineages of education. I am from one of the few just like Russell. We are less than 5% I believe.
His story is proof that black women save the world. Even when Charity's white mother sent her away due to the shame, even when she was denied her court rights for freedom the first time, she still fought on. She fought and won the freedom of not only her children, but her husband too! What a legacy to have in your blood.
I have always been a fan and followed the stories of Dr. Gates on his program for years, he and his team are some of the foundations of helping individuals come to terms with the prejudices and misunderstandings that we have been working to keep at bay and striving against ignorant thinkers. The power of knowledge is not just knowing but giving ignorance an option for ourselves and others to overcome and make a turn around. The best way for this is a united brotherhood and this team highlights the fact. Thank you and I'll look forward with anticipation for more sessions.
Russell Wilson was an incredible guest on this show. His feedback and convo with Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. was very entertaining and real. I wish I could get this type of family history done.
Phenomenal! Russell and his family are a wonderful example for us all and the history shows that that love and fight has been a part of their DNA for generations. Bravi!
I thoroughly enjoyed this episode of Russell Wilson and Professor Gates finding his roots it was very remarkable and warm hearted I love the show keep shining professor gates and Russell.
Even with the disgrace and pain of slavery...our people can laugh and rise above it. Thank you Father! This was so awesome. It's a little sad that they can't attach us to our ancestral kings of Africa. That history has been erased. I think I'll look into my Family history a little deeper. We've been searching for years but I learned a few tips tonight.
As an Aussie I have no idea about the NFL, so of course I had no idea who Russell Wilson was. But want a sweet man he is, one a mother can obviously be very proud of. I do love the episodes of Finding your Roots I find on RUclips. But this was wonderful do ‘dive’ into more detail of a persons life. Thanks for sharing.
I'm rooting for him and Ciara. She's amazing! They are my favorite couple. I'm picking him for my fantasy football team , feel like I know him already.
russell i have always been a fan, now i am superfan'. i now also know why you excel in everything you do, whether it be sports,marriage,life,business .given your history whatever else could you be this great man.thank you thank you for writing a new narative for black men your #1 fan
Just considering how extremely rare it is to see Native Americans in most of the country, I always find it dubious that so many black people think they have Native American lineage. I guess that is yet another terrible side effect of slavery, a people who can't pinpoint their lineage would seek to cling to anything at all. Russell has a fascinating family history, he is very blessed that the genealogists were able to find so much.
@D Le Blanc If ancestral tracing through DNA has taught us anything, it should be that what a person resembles isn't always what their lineage reflects.
See women. When ciara fell for a man with a bunch of kids from different women and chose to have 1 with him and and even engaged. Look how it turned out. When she gave the " nice guy " the chance, she got respect from a good man. A good man that doesn't think it's ok to spread his seed to the whole community. Also loves her immensely and her child. Great nice guy and a lovely woman. So happy for them both
Shut up. Russel Wilson, Future, and Ciara are just 3 people out of 7 billion. They don't prove/show anything. It's so toxic to guilt women into thinking they "owe" guys a chance just because they seem nice from the outside, regardless of her feelings.
Yes, Russell Wilson is obviously an educated man, a star football quarterback, an articulate man, who is passionate, humble and charismatic! But mostly, he is God Fearing, a devoted loving husband and father! What a rare combination in this day and age! He should be an example to every young black man in America to bow down to put God First! They should all put down the guns, stop killing one another and follow Russel Wilson's example! Even, if Russell slips up in someway, no one is perfect, but he has given a lifetime of wisdom and tenacity for thousands of people who are blessed enough to hear him speak and know of his legacy! Yeah, Ciara and Russell are two blessed people to have found each other! I am not mad at Future, he damned well really messed up! I bet he never, ever dreamed Ciara would find someone like Russell after Future got her pregnant and he didn't marry her! I am so happy Ciara didn't keep messing with Future, by now she might have had 3 or 4 kids by him, and had to give up her career
Thank you SO much Dr. Gates and Russell! We watch Finding Your Roots every week (when it's on), but this was even more fascinating! For one thing, we live in Wa. state and are huge Seahawk/Russell Wilson fans, but also are just mesmerized by the work that you do, Dr. Gates! This was very funny so much of the time, which we LOVED, but we also cried several times over the heartbreaking slavery and inhumane parts! Anyway, I could go on and on, but really just wanted to express my gratitude for this quality interview! We learned so much about each of you, which was great! God bless you both, and Dr. Gates, please don't ever stop doing this fascinating work........we love it and you!!!
Just happened across this RUclips video. A most interesting presentation by Dr. Gates on Mr. Wilson’s ancestry. Mr. Wilson exhibited a wonderful sense of humor, as well as a deep sense of gratitude for his ancestors. An outstanding program-good job Ancestry.
Both sides of his family were brilliant, one grandfather being the President of Norfolk is actually a big deal, and his other grandfather being a famous painter is phenomenal.
Enjoyed this vlog. Ciara is blessed to have met and married this good man. He comes from a good family as does Ciara. I wish them continued happiness.
He could talk; I forgot what I was looking at
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The feelings of disgust, hopelessness and anger never fades everytime I hear about slavery. What slavery has done to the black race in America is unforgivable and should be part of America's history curriculum.
There will be recompense in the afterlife.
@@rahsaanification Yes
Well said Patrick.....
Exactly! #ADOS #REPARATIONS
@@rahsaanification Lmao
Dr. Gates is wonderful, he warms my heart every time I see him invest in our ancestral life. Russell is a comical guy, what a fascinating family story.
New Orleans mojo fix
I agree.
What an interesting and amazing family background. It just shows the perseverance of people. God bless Black people in this country. We have overcome so much and still have far to go.
I hope he concentrates on bringing our people up. He’s a joy! 💖🦩
He said what about being black ? What responsibilities did he say ??? Perhaps 🤔 watch again 😕
@@amandakurtz7732 What he said at the end. Love everyone.
Amen... I second that emotion !
My 27 year old son has been able to look up to Russell Wilson as a ROLE MODEL! THANK YOU RUSSELL FOR BRINGING JOY AND UNITY TO OUR FAMILY! GO HAWKS! WHIDBEY ISLAND WASHINGTON
This brutha here is just EXCEPTIONAL! ! 👏👏
Wow, the story of "Charity" was amazing and have the making of a great movie.
Here, HEAR!
It would indeed
Definitely agree!
Yes we need a movie come on guys
Russell and Ciara have a film and TV production company. That's a project that they need to do.
Russell Wilson is a man with much personality and boy can he TALK. Ciara don't ever have to worry about being bored because he is plenty of company!
Yes..lol
lunetta williams I like him, and he’s handsome. But what a bore. Maybe he’s taken one to many hits? Seems like his family had quite a few intellectuals. Russell is a jock.
Alara Hillton You come off as a complete troll. You don't fool me.. You made a whole page just to troll! I can't stand people like you. Trolling in disguise. He's no more boring than the host. What do you expect him to do jump out the seat and do the Harlem shake!? He received nothing but positive remarks following this recording from all the comments I've read of how engaged everyone was. " he's a jock" wtf
@@luckytumi8957 Right. She's a hater and a troll. She's jealous of him and his family 😂
I noticed this , really don't know to much about him, But I can tell he's Been raise.
What a humble man! May the Lord keep blessing him and all of his family. Oct 11.2021 Go Seahawks!
G🧡 B R 🔵 N C O S 🐎. And Russ W's future team at 36. ⏳. 🏟️
Russell Willson is funny, who knew...great sense of humor. Great finds in his family history. Thanks for sharing!
Cool to see Finding Your Roots live. Russell Wilson is just great, I want my daughter to find someone like him. 😊
I said the same thing. I will pray that my daughter, Karrington, finds someone with his character.
There is only 1 Russell Wilson. He is the BEST. I know, I know, you said like him.
this man Russell Wilson will become one of the greatest american who ever live...and he is just beginning...Ciara is extremely lucky to catch a man like Russell...
@Pablo Freshcobar I'm sure this comment has to be sarcasm.
@alison webster How in earth is that repulsive and what does privacy have to do with anything?
@Pablo Freshcobar Abraham was a racist.
They are both extremely fortunate to have found each other.
@alison webster what angers you .....about this 'innocent' statement?
I just love this young man what a tribute to his family and me as a great grand parent, I feel so good knowing that our young people are turning out to be gold treasures that make us all do and feel well.
Someone definitely needs to look into doing a movie about Charity. A story definitely worth telling.
Absolutely, and maybe his Wife, (now) Ciara, can portray her. I'm sure she had a similar look. Biracial Women are so Beautiful....
Just saw this today
These facts should be on the history book. A black baby from a white mother free because she came from white and then sued the courts because she was supposed 2be free along with her children. Amazing. Their rules. About slavery. Wow wow
Wilson speaks eloquently and you can tell that he is polished.
He was fortunate to be raised by good people. Too many young black men have parents that are a mess, especially having fathers who either get caught up in the streets, resulting in death or jail, or who just walk away from their children, like they don't exist. There is never an excuse to walk away from your children, I don't care how tough things get.
@@mrstep2me ohhhhhh so the mother who opened her legs to dead beat men get a pass? lol
If one more person says a black dude is articulate or speaks eloquently I’m gonna fucking puke 🤮
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. is adorable and such a great host.
Despite 400 years of oppression and heartbreak, the tenacity of spirit and love of his ancestors has realized a dream in Russell. They would be pleased! He is all we should hope to become.
Multi millionaire athletes are not oppressed.
@@mdwilliams79 I said his ancestors were. They dreamed of a day like Russell has.
Russell Wilson is not nessaserely proud to be Black. He reveals this in his comments.He was raised coloured.He is most proud as Mr. Gates is, of his European ancestry.
@@kemet07wasette40 ...if he wasn’t proud to be Black he wouldn’t be married to Ciara. Also, as a person of color he can be proud of all his heritage.
What's called the UNITED STATES INC. What year was it established cause it's great when your able to trick ones mind into believing what you want to
Amazing lineage of an amazing man. Wise and mature beyond his years 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽. All the best Russell Wilson
Had to go to be
105 acres and 7 horses man
When Wilson read "slave" I could see how that crushed him. To know that our ancestors were owned by someone brings it back home. Wilson, is blessed to go far in his history. He is one amazing athlete, husband, and father. Thanks, Dr. Gates!
@D Le Blanc Were your ancestors in chattel slavery for over 400 years?
Yes it’s hard.
Who here is walking around and hasn't processed the idea of your ancestors being enslaved?
It shows that we are all survivors from our ancestors who went through the wars, pandemics, famines, and slavery but survived for us today.
God bless us all in 2020 during this coranvirus pandemic.You've know that The God of Abraham, Issac and Jacob is still on the throne...I love His truths...Not Man,woman, or child's! I thank God for all the technology and resources available for our time...Just imagine the next 20 years...The God of Abraham, Issac and Jacob don't crack the skies up above..God bless us all..
This was absolutely beautiful, this is why Russ is the awesome, strong, determine man he is, he is so beautiful, Ciara is extremely lucky, not much left of men like him that comes from greatness!!
detra caillier yes she is
Many of our men come from greatness, their stories just have not been told or found as of yet.
Ciara is lucky but so is he after all she is his second marriage, he got it right the second time.
He blessed also a man that find a wife it’s from God can’t remember the scripture😊
56:50 "Win, I like that name"
2020: Win Wilson
Oh yeah, that's where he got his son's name!
I love how he stood on the Word of God!! Amen Russell. Ciara is a blessed woman, and I'm not just talking about his looks. I'm talking about his spirit and personality. Such a blessing. ~JESUS IS LORD~
Yes! Matt 6:33 is quite the motivator snd FAITH generator!💚
Amen!!! Love that she found him because she’s just as lovely as he is 🥰
Russell is such a handsome, charming guy! And funny too! Im happy Ciara found true love 😊
me 2
As a Wa state NFL fan of Russell............I'm so glad HE found true love also! Ciara is so beautiful and talented! And what gorgeous children!
Two beautiful people together.❤️
LUCIFERIANS -- and don't you forget it!!!
Define: "DECEIT"
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@@barbarasearcy6681 t33y3
.........what is there to say about this man that has not already been said. To watch this man just walk through life is a joy. He is SO YOUNG and so inspirational. SO kind, giving, loving, intelligent, humble, unafraid, and let's not forget, SO DAMN FINE!!!!!!!!!!!! My admiration for Russell Wilson has been too deep to credit him alone. I KNEW I had to learn more of his family and of his parents (I've still got much more to go) so to find this video on him, was a gem. I was laughing along, I was yelling at my laptop at Russell on parts lol.... I was responding before the crowd did... I was just in awe watching him and listening. It was a pleasure to watch this and I am SO thankful that this was posted. I am a true Russell Carrington WIlson fan..... Ciara if you EVER let this man go..... you would SERIOUSLY need to get checked out lol .... j/k --- I just really see so much to love about this man and his family. As he says, no person is perfect, but MY GOODNESS... if I had to pick a person that would model what PERFECT would look like if it existed.... Russell C. Wilson would be it! #3, Love this man!!!
Do you have a #3 Seahawks jersey
I can see that you kind of, sort of , maybe, a little bit, in some teeny tiny bit of a way like this man. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
This story of Russell Wilson is fascinating & exciting with an expansive amount of sadness. But, truly Amazing! Thank You!..❤💋 Note: Russell now say: I FOUND YOU!...I Found YOU! 😘
Love Henry Louis Gates and his Family History work! This is another incredible Family history account... fantastic!!!!
This was awesome. I didn't know Russell was so funny. Very gentle spirit. Great story.
@56:51 he said he liked the name Win and he’s now the proud father of a young boy named Win🙌🏾
Personally, I think that is a lot to put on a child.
@@gerritfridericksohn4627hood thing your opinion doesn’t matter.
With ALL DUE respect, what a sweetie pie!! Thank-you Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr., for the amazing work you and your team do, to enlighten us all about our beautifully interwoven human heritage!
whoa! HenryGatesJr, way to deliver the academic research. That was super phenomenal. 2nd Quarterback of AfricanAmerican descent to win SuperBowl... only 1 distinction that demonstrates the outstanding achievements of Wilson.
No such thing as a AFRICAN AMERICAN
But he says what about that ??? He is living with rose colored glasses 🤓
Everyone in Russell’s family tree exemplifies who he is and continues to be. This was a great journey through his life. Thanks Dr. Gates and Russell. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
It's nice to listen to a young Christian gentleman... African-American gentleman!!!
What makes you think that he is Christian? Stop that.
@@AudreyAdams2011 Russel said it himself that he’s a Christian. Everyone knows that lol
Loved and enjoyed hearing about the Wilson's lineage. Enjoyed watching the show. and witnessing how excited Russell was discovering his roots.
Russell Wilson is so humble and a well grounded young man. Truly blessed in so many ways.
Before Russell Wilson #3 came to Aurora, Colorado 🏞️ Denver We had a Mulotto Police 🚓 Chief Nicholas Metz. Metzger Metzler. I think He retired at the time Wilson... Landed in Denver 🛫
This is why it is so important for Blacks to be able to receive generational wealth.
BLACK is a colour not person's/ppl
Interesting family history! Generational wealth has great impact! He definitely come from a lineage of well to do POC.
The BEST ancestry show I have seen thus far!!! Sharing with friends.
Great job! This is so inspiring, love Russell Wilson, he is the GOODMAN BRAND. Thank you Henry Louis Gates, Jr., awesome job. #LeadInspireLive Russell Wilson words
He says “win, I like that name” names his son Win 4 years later.
Destiny! He had the name prepared in his subconscious the whole time! Real love!❤
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I love listening to Dr. Gates interviewing- Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson.
I would love to have my family history researched.
I was just about to comment that. I even had to go back and check what year this was recorded.
So nice that he named his son Win, so cool
This was brilliant! Thank you Russell, Gates and all the people who put this wonderful night together.
Someone cast this man as a Disney prince 🤤😅
wonderful bone structure.
CAST HIM AS ANYTHING POSITIVE...AS HE IS!!!
@@paisleyjane9606 EVERYTHING!!!
A handsome Black King with a Black Queen!!
He already is
This inspires me to research my family!
You would really enjoy doing it.
VERY hard work but probably worth it
This was great! I didn't know Russell was so funny!
It took him time to open up & adjust to the fame & public but he's got it now as calm & cool as he is on the field
lashae john me too! He's hilarious! Beautiful family history. Go Hawks!
He named his son after one of his ancestors? Oh, that’s powerful.
“I see ya, Luci!” “I see ya, Charity!” 🤣🤣🤣🤣
I love how much he loves his wife, family, and being a beautiful soul.
This was a beautiful and amazing journey. The love that his family has poured into him is so very apparent by the love that he expresses and his gentleness. His spirit is beautiful.
Thank you for sharing this family story.
This was so great! Thank you for putting it online so everyone could experience it. Dr. Gates and Russell Wilson are wonderful and entertaining. This makes me want to learn more about my own family tree. It is no surprise that such a great person descended from other great people. I'm amazed how far back they were able to go.
This was truly amazing!!! Russell is an awesome godly smart and loving man. I'm so happy for Ciara❤
Wow!
Russell Wilson is an amazing man with an amazing family history.
Best wishes.
By far the interesting Finding Your Roots I’ve ever seen! I love it.
For me your name sounds Famous! You look well accomplish and secure!
Thank you for uploading this. Black history needs to be recorded
I love the fact when a man has God in his life and truly stands on it!!! May God bless him and his family….. Much love ❤️ Russell
The joy in watching two intelligent and humorous men enjoy themselves together. And I love Russell’s humility in asking about words and their meaning. So happy for Ciara in choosing a great man to marry and father her children. This is also a good example of how good strong men in the family tree gets passed down. And the Charity story is the best! God bless the ancestors!
He is adding to his family legacy, in my head I kept hearing he should teach.
What surprised me was the large number of college graduates in his family. That they were not only getting an education, but at some of the best schools in the country shows that he's been passed down not only athletic talent, but great intelligence as well, which really shows.
Are you serious? You are surprised that so many people in his family were educated? So I guess that you have never heard of HBCUs which the first was founded in 1837, prior to the civil war and the emancipation. There are many Black families with educated members...maybe you should get out more. That was offensive.
@@AudreyAdams2011 ...thank you...Spelman'74
@@AudreyAdams2011 actually it wasn't. There are not a lot of black families with long lineages of education. I am from one of the few just like Russell. We are less than 5% I believe.
@@DJReneefinding your roots
i'm becoming obsessed with Russell...LOL. He's such a good sport and has such a good heart.
Love you russell, you such an awesome guy
His story is proof that black women save the world. Even when Charity's white mother sent her away due to the shame, even when she was denied her court rights for freedom the first time, she still fought on. She fought and won the freedom of not only her children, but her husband too! What a legacy to have in your blood.
😂
Dr Gates your interviews are amazing. Thank you for caring about Black history and our seamlessly integrated. Systems.
Great job Dr. Gates! Thanks for sharing this wonderful family's story. God bless.
I loved this! Thank you for sharing this with us. Russell C. Wilson and Dr. Henry Loius Gates, Jr are two witty and intelligent men.
really, really, really, really great interview. . . Russell Wilson . . . is an American joy.
yay so glad you uploaded this. Love Russell
❤️✨
Such a gentle spirit Russell is.
Love Dr. Gates Jr. on any platform. Much respect for what he stands for and who he is.
I have always been a fan and followed the stories of Dr. Gates on his program for years, he and his team are some of the foundations of helping individuals come to terms with the prejudices and misunderstandings that we have been working to keep at bay and striving against ignorant thinkers. The power of knowledge is not just knowing but giving ignorance an option for ourselves and others to overcome and make a turn around. The best way for this is a united brotherhood and this team highlights the fact. Thank you and I'll look forward with anticipation for more sessions.
A beautifully eloquent closing pensiero. Russel Wilson and Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. thank you for a delightful conversation.
Russell Wilson was an incredible guest on this show. His feedback and convo with Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. was very entertaining and real. I wish I could get this type of family history done.
What a great gift to know your whole family tree, wish I could have that done
Outstanding, what a thoughtful man.
What a beautiful person inside and out. God bless you 🙏🏼
Yesss!!! And beautiful family.
Remarkable man for an outstanding woman, blessed couple.
Wow, This was amazing! Great story of a great champion...Russell Wilson
Love these two men. They constantly inspire me. Thank you for bringing this and sharing it with us ❤️
Russell Wilson is simply too adorable.
Phenomenal! Russell and his family are a wonderful example for us all and the history shows that that love and fight has been a part of their DNA for generations. Bravi!
I never really paid him any attention before this ...but such remarkable man. Spiritual ..
I thoroughly enjoyed this episode of Russell Wilson and Professor Gates finding his roots it was very remarkable and warm hearted I love the show keep shining professor gates and Russell.
Great family history with Charity. Love to hear this kind of story from slavery. A movie is needed!!!
Uncovering the story of Charity was amazing. I wish there was more. Charity's life deserves a movie.
Russell is such a delightful person with an awesome family history
These guys are hilarious together. The Russell and Henry Show. Bravo Dr. Gates.
Even with the disgrace and pain of slavery...our people can laugh and rise above it. Thank you Father! This was so awesome. It's a little sad that they can't attach us to our ancestral kings of Africa. That history has been erased. I think I'll look into my Family history a little deeper. We've been searching for years but I learned a few tips tonight.
As an Aussie I have no idea about the NFL, so of course I had no idea who Russell Wilson was.
But want a sweet man he is, one a mother can obviously be very proud of.
I do love the episodes of Finding your Roots I find on RUclips.
But this was wonderful do ‘dive’ into more detail of a persons life.
Thanks for sharing.
I'm rooting for him and Ciara. She's amazing! They are my favorite couple. I'm picking him for my fantasy football team , feel like I know him already.
so sweet and humble, yet so confident.
russell i have always been a fan, now i am superfan'. i now also know why you excel in everything you do, whether it be sports,marriage,life,business .given your history whatever else could you be this great man.thank you thank you for writing a new narative for black men
your #1 fan
Outstanding program . Learning and Sharing your family history is LOVE !
Just considering how extremely rare it is to see Native Americans in most of the country, I always find it dubious that so many black people think they have Native American lineage. I guess that is yet another terrible side effect of slavery, a people who can't pinpoint their lineage would seek to cling to anything at all. Russell has a fascinating family history, he is very blessed that the genealogists were able to find so much.
The Jacksons have a Indian lineage!
@D Le Blanc If ancestral tracing through DNA has taught us anything, it should be that what a person resembles isn't always what their lineage reflects.
My paternal great granfather was pure Blackfoot and my maternal grandmother was Iroquois......
Most early native Indians are actually Africans
@D Le Blanc That means you're close minded
It's great to see that he named his son Winn after his ancestors. Always wondered how he came up with that name.
See women. When ciara fell for a man with a bunch of kids from different women and chose to have 1 with him and and even engaged. Look how it turned out. When she gave the " nice guy " the chance, she got respect from a good man. A good man that doesn't think it's ok to spread his seed to the whole community. Also loves her immensely and her child. Great nice guy and a lovely woman. So happy for them both
why you make this about hating on future . This was about R Wilson family nothing more nothing less.
What does this have to do with Russell's family ancestry? SMH
Shut up. Russel Wilson, Future, and Ciara are just 3 people out of 7 billion. They don't prove/show anything. It's so toxic to guilt women into thinking they "owe" guys a chance just because they seem nice from the outside, regardless of her feelings.
Also,, are you white-knighting for nice guys? They don't need that lmao
Yes, Russell Wilson is obviously an educated man, a star football quarterback, an articulate man, who is passionate, humble and charismatic! But mostly, he is God Fearing, a devoted loving husband and father! What a rare combination in this day and age! He should be an example to every young black man in America to bow down to put God First! They should all put down the guns, stop killing one another and follow Russel Wilson's example! Even, if Russell slips up in someway, no one is perfect, but he has given a lifetime of wisdom and tenacity for thousands of people who are blessed enough to hear him speak and know of his legacy! Yeah, Ciara and Russell are two blessed people to have found each other! I am not mad at Future, he damned well really messed up! I bet he never, ever dreamed Ciara would find someone like Russell after Future got her pregnant and he didn't marry her! I am so happy Ciara didn't keep messing with Future, by now she might have had 3 or 4 kids by him, and had to give up her career
He's much cuter in motion than in pics.👍
Creepy.....
Thank you SO much Dr. Gates and Russell! We watch Finding Your Roots every week (when it's on), but this was even more fascinating! For one thing, we live in Wa. state and are huge Seahawk/Russell Wilson fans, but also are just mesmerized by the work that you do, Dr. Gates! This was very funny so much of the time, which we LOVED, but we also cried several times over the heartbreaking slavery and inhumane parts! Anyway, I could go on and on, but really just wanted to express my gratitude for this quality interview! We learned so much about each of you, which was great! God bless you both, and Dr. Gates, please don't ever stop doing this fascinating work........we love it and you!!!
Best conversation i heard ever with smile
Russel has a most interesting ancestry. I was leaning on every word here.
What a story!! Loved it.
Such an amazing family history!
Just happened across this RUclips video. A most interesting presentation by Dr. Gates on Mr. Wilson’s ancestry. Mr. Wilson exhibited a wonderful sense of humor, as well as a deep sense of gratitude for his ancestors. An outstanding program-good job Ancestry.
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