Chrissy Teigen made a surprising discovery about her family history on the upcoming season of 'Finding Your Roots.' The TV personality learned that she is of Roma descent through her father's side of the family. Host Henry Louis Gates Jr. guided Teigen through the exploration of her ancestry, revealing the fascinating history and cultural traditions of the Roma people. The episode also touched upon the historical discrimination and persecution faced by the Roma, highlighting a poignant aspect of their journey.
Chrissy Teigen discovered a surprising connection to the Roma people in an upcoming episode of ' Finding Your Roots .' In an exclusive clip shared by TODAY.com, the TV personality sat down with host Henry Louis Gates Jr . to explore her family history . While Teigen's mother, Vilailuck 'Pepper' Teigen, hails from Thailand, this revelation centered on her father, Ron Teigen's, ancestry.
Gates explained the historical context of the Roma people, describing them as traditionally itinerant individuals who have resided across Europe for centuries. He highlighted their migration from northern India into Europe approximately 1,500 years ago, citing a 2012 genetic study. Gates then revealed the groundbreaking discovery: 'You are part Roma.' Teigen expressed her delight, stating, 'Wow, that’s so cool.' Gates delved deeper, explaining how this finding shed light on some of the mysteries surrounding Teigen's paternal ancestors, including their frequent movements and lack of formal education. He attributed these factors to the Roma's historical lifestyle as travelers and traders, often residing on the fringes of larger communities.Gates also emphasized the unique language spoken by the Roma people, originating from Sanskrit, the ancient language of India. He further detailed their cultural practices, often traveling in families and engaging in trades like music. The episode poignantly touched upon the systemic discrimination and persecution faced by the Roma throughout history and even in contemporary times. Gates noted their enduring struggle against prejudice, drawing parallels to the persecution faced by Jewish communities in Europe. He underscored the tragic events of the Holocaust, where Roma people were targeted by Nazi Germany, with estimates of their casualties ranging from 250,000 to 500,000. Gates inquired whether Teigen believed her relatives migrated to the U.S. to escape the persecution they endured in Europe. Teigen thoughtfully replied, 'Yeah, of course. I just ... it’s so unreal.' This episode of 'Finding Your Roots' promises to be a captivating exploration of Teigen's ancestry, shedding light on her Roma heritage and its profound implications. The episode, titled 'Dreamers One and All,' is scheduled to air on January 28th at 8 p.m. ET/PT on PBS
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