Chobot in 2014, photo by Starfrenzy/Bigstock.com

Birth Name: Jessica Lynn Horn

Place of Birth: Buffalo, New York, U.S.

Date of Birth: July 7, 1977

Ethnicity: German, Polish, Lithuanian, Czech

Jessica Chobot is an American television host and writer.

She was partly raised in Novi, Michigan, among other places in the Midwest and East Coast. Her surname Chobot comes from her former husband. She is married to television personality Blair Herter, with whom she has one child.

She has stated that she has Polish, Czech, Lithuanian, and German ancestry.

Jessica’s paternal grandfather was James E. Horn (who likely was the son of Raymond John Horn and Genevieve Basher). James was born in New York. Raymond was born in New York, the son of Joseph J. Horn, whose parents were German, and of Elisabetha “Elizabeth” Feuerbach, whose parents were also German. Genevieve was born in New York, the daughter of William Mathis Basher, whose parents were from Germany and France, and were of German descent; and of Justina Wintermantel, whose parents were from Germany.

Jessica’s paternal grandmother was Elaine Pokrywczynska (the daughter of Ernest Pokrywczynski and Charlotte Andrzejewski). Elaine was born in New York. Ernest was born in New York, to Polish parents, Nicholas Pokrywczynski and Rozalia Fenslau, whose parents were of German descent. Charlotte was born in New York, also to Polish parents, John Andrzejewski and Maryanna Przybyszewski.

Jessica’s maternal grandfather likely was surnamed Kuras.

Source: Obituary of Jessica’s paternal grandfather, James E. Horn – http://buffalonews.com

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Poitier in 2012, photo by Prphotos

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: November 15, 1973

Ethnicity:
*African-Bahamian (father)
*Lithuanian, Irish (mother)

Sydney Tamiia Poitier is an American actress. Her roles include the films Grindhouse/Death Proof, as radio DJ Jungle Julia, and Nine Lives, and the shows Homecoming and Carter. She has also been credited as Sydney Poitier Heartsong, her married name.

Sydney is the daughter of actors Sir Sidney Poitier, who was Bahamian and American, and Joanna Shimkus, who is Canadian. Her father was of African-Bahamian ancestry. Her paternal grandparents owned a farm on Cat Island, and sold produce in Miami. Her father was born there during one such visit. Sydney’s mother is of Lithuanian and Irish heritage.

Sydney is married to Dorian Heartsong, with whom she has a daughter.

Sydney’s paternal grandfather was Reginald James Poitier (the son of March Poitier and Emma Jane “Emily” Evans). Reginald was born on Cat Island. March was the son of David Poitier and Margaret Ambrose. Emma was the daughter of Charles Evans and Jane.

Sydney’s paternal grandmother was Evelyn Outten (the daughter of Timothy Outten/Outen and Virginia Farrington/Farington). Timothy was born on Rum Cay, Bahamas.

Sydney’s maternal grandfather was named Joseph Shimkus. Joseph was of Lithuanian origin. He was sometimes reported to be Jewish. It is not clear if this is accurate; Sydney’s mother was raised Catholic, and Shimkus is usually a non-Jewish Lithuanian surname.

Sydney’s maternal grandmother was named Marie Teresa Petrie.

Sources: Genealogy of Sydney Tamiia Poitier (focusing on her father’s side) – https://www.geni.com

Marriage record of Sydney’s paternal grandparents, Reginald James Poitier and Evelyn Outten – https://www.familysearch.org

Death records of Sydney’s paternal grandparents, Reginald James Poitier and Evelyn (Outten) Poitier – https://www.findagrave.com

Sydney’s paternal grandfather, Reginald James Poitier, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Sydney’s paternal grandmother, Evelyn (Outten) Poitier – https://www.familysearch.org

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Birth Name: Dolores M. Heft

Date of Birth: March 3, 1934

Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois, U.S.

Date of Death: October 5, 2019

Ethnicity:
*father – German, Czech Bohemian
*mother – Lithuanian, likely Eastern Slavic

Dolores Dorn was an American film and television actress. She was known for starring in the films The Bounty Hunter, Uncle Vanya, and Underworld U.S.A. She was billed as Dolores Dorn-Heft on Broadway.

She was the daughter of Alice Ellen and Edward Heft.

Dolores’ paternal grandfather was named Edward Heft. Edward was born in Illinois, to German parents.

Dolores’ paternal grandmother was named Antonette Barcal (the daughter of Steve Barcal). Antonette was born in Chicago, to parents from Bohemia, then in the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

Dolores’ maternal grandfather was named Stanley Yagmin/Iagmin/Eagmin. The surname Yagmin appears frequently in Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus. Stanley was an emigrant, from Lithuania, then in the Russian Empire.

Dolores’ maternal grandmother was named Petronella Marma. Petronella was an emigrant from Lithuania.

Sources: Genealogy of Dolores Dorn – https://www.familysearch.org

Graves of Dolores’ paternal grandparents, Edward Heft and Antonette (Barcal) Heft – https://es.findagrave.com

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Birth Name: Ragan Nicole Wallake

Place of Birth: Toledo, Ohio, U.S.

Date of Birth: December 20, 1976

Ethnicity: Hungarian (one half), English, German, French/French-Canadian, likely one eighth Lithuanian

Ragan Wallake is an American actress, producer, and model. She has appeared on movies Game of Life (2007) and Minkow (2018), among others. She is also sometimes credited as Ragan Brooks.

She has stated here that she has Hungarian ancestry. Her father has Hungarian, French, English, and likely Lithuanian descent. Her mother has Hungarian, German,

She was raised in Minnesota.

Ragan’s paternal grandfather was Frederick Franklin Wallake (the son of Peter “Pete” Wallake/Wallak and Lucille May/Mae Toolooze/Toulouse). Frederick was born in Missouri. Peter was born in either Lithuania or Germany. He was listed as a Lithuanian speaker on the 1930 U.S. Census. Lucille was born in Missouri, the daughter of Edward Alonzo Toolooze/Toulouse and Margaret M. Ogle.

Ragan’s paternal grandmother was Mary Helen Petruney/Petuney/Petruny (the daughter of Michael “Mike” Petruny and Mary). Ragan’s grandmother Mary was born in Pennsylvania, to parents from Hungary.

Ragan’s maternal grandfather was Louis J. Fabian (the son of Ludovic “Louis” Fabian and Maria “Mary” Packo). Louis was born in Ohio, to parents from Hungary. Maria was the daughter of George Packo/Paczko and Maria “Mary” Krusoczki.

Ragan’s maternal grandmother was Eleanor W. Vogel (the daughter of Grover Cleveland Vogel and Maud/Maude May Ahrens). Eleanor was born in Ohio. Grover was born in Ohio, the son of George W. Vogel, who was German, and of Sarah Elizabeth Shull. Maud was born in Michigan, the daughter of William Ahrens, who was German, and of Sarah Fitchett.

Source: Marriage record of Ragan’s parents – http://familysearch.org

Photo by s_bukley/Bigstock.com

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Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois, U.S.

Ethnicity:
*father – Irish, Lithuanian, English
*mother – Irish

Brendan Hunt is an American actor. He is known for playing Coach Beard on the show Ted Lasso, which he also co-developed. He has a son with actress Shannon Nelson.

Brendan’s paternal grandfather was Edward John Hunt (the son of Martin Anthony Hunt and Mary Agnes Urban). Edward was born in Chicago, Illinois. Martin was born in Chicago, to Irish parents, James J. Hunt and Bridget Scanlon. Mary was born in Pennsylvania, to Lithuanian parents, Anthony Urban and Anna Paulavisute.

Brendan’s paternal grandmother was Mary Phrania Cruise (the daughter of
Joseph Andrew Cruise and Abigail Louise Pattie). Mary was born in Richmond, Virginia. Joseph was the son of Arthur Cruise and Mary Agnes Martin. Abigail was the daughter of Fielding Whippe Pattie and Phrania Elizabeth Goudy.

Brendan’s maternal grandfather was Paul George Reynolds (the son of Jay Joseph Reynolds and Mary/Mae/May Donohue). Paul was born in Chicago, Illinois, to parents of Irish descent. Jay was the son of John J. Reynolds and Catherine Sullivan.

Brendan’s maternal grandmother was Sheila Marie Taaffe (the daughter of Joseph Matthew Taaffe and Marie Higgins). Sheila was born in Chicago, Illinois, to parents of Irish descent. Joseph was the son of Mathew Taaffe and Susannah Collins.

Source: Obituary of Brendan’s father – https://www.cooneyfuneralhome.com

Obituary of Brendan’s mother – https://www.cooneyfuneralhome.com

Obituary of Brendan’s maternal grandmother, Sheila Marie (Taaffe) Reynolds – https://www.dignitymemorial.com

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Charles III in 2015, photo by palinchak/Bigstock.com

Birth Name: Charles Philip Arthur George

Place of Birth: Buckingham Palace, Westminster, London, England, U.K.

Date of Birth: 14 November, 1948

Ethnicity: European Royal, as well as English, small amounts of German, Hungarian, French, Anglo-Irish, distant Irish, Danish, Swedish, Swiss, Belgian, Dutch, Bohemian/Czech, Scottish, Lithuanian, Russian, Polish

Charles III is King of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms, since 8 September, 2022. He is Head of the Commonwealth, and Supreme Governor of the Church of England.

He is the son of Elizabeth II, who was Queen of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms, from 6 February, 1952 to 8 September, 2022, and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

King Charles is married to Camilla, Queen consort of the United Kingdom. With his former wife, the late Diana, Princess of Wales, he is the father of William, Prince of Wales and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, and the grandfather of Prince George of Wales and Archie Mounbatten-Windsor, among others.

King Charles’ ancestry is approximately 58% European Royal, 19% English, 8.1% German, 4.7% Hungarian, 3.3% French, 3.1% Anglo-Irish, 1% Irish, and even smaller amounts of Danish, Swedish, Swiss, Belgian, Dutch, Bohemian, Scottish, Lithuanian, and Russian.

While both King Charles’ father and maternal grandfather were of predominantly European Royal descent, King Charles’ maternal grandmother was of mostly English ancestry.

King Charles’ father Prince Philip was born on Mon Repos in Corfu, an island in the Kingdom of Greece. Though he was often referred to as Greek, he had no ethnic Greek ancestry. A plebiscite in Greece in 1862 decided to have Windsor Castle-born, Prince Alfred of the United Kingdom, later Duke of Edinburgh, become King of Greece, though he could not accept the offer. Eventually, the choice was made as Danish-born, George I of Greece, Prince Philip’s paternal grandfather, who established the family’s royal line in Greece. He adopted the Greek Orthodox faith into which Prince Philip was born. Prince Philip later became Anglican.

King Charles’ paternal grandfather was Prince Andrew of Greece and Denmark (the son of George I of Greece, and of Grand Duchess Olga Constantinovna of Russia). King Charles’ grandfather Prince Andrew was born in Old Royal Palace, Athens, Kingdom of Greece. King Charles’ great-grandfather George I was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, and was King of the Hellenes, from 30 March, 1863 to 18 March, 1913. He was the son of Christian IX of Denmark, who was born in Gottorf Castle, Schleswig, Duchy of Schleswig, and was King of Denmark, from 15 November, 1863 to 29 January, 1906; and of Princess Louise of Hesse-Kassel, who was born in Kassel, Electorate of Hesse, German Confederation. King Charles’ great-grandmother Grand Duchess Olga was born in Pavlovsk, Russian Empire, the daughter of Grand Duke Konstantin/Constantine Nikolayevich/Nikolaevich/Nicholaievitch of Russia, who was born in the Winter Palace, St. Petersburg, Russian Empire, and who was the son of Nicholas I of Russia, who was Emperor of Russia, from 1 December, 1825 to 2 March, 1855; and of Princess Alexandra of Saxe-Altenburg, who was born in Altenburg, Duchy of Saxe-Altenburg.

King Charles’ paternal grandmother was Princess Alice of Battenberg (Victoria Alice Elizabeth Julia Marie, the daughter of Prince Louis of Battenberg, born Count Ludwig Alexander von Battenberg, and of Princess Victoria of Hesse and by Rhine). King Charles’ grandmother Princess Alice was born in Windsor Castle, Berkshire, England. She eventually founded an order of Greek Orthodox nuns, the Christian Sisterhood of Martha and Mary. King Charles’ great-grandfather Prince Louis was First Sea Lord, from 8 December, 1912 to 28 October, 1914. He was born in Graz, Austrian Empire, the son of Prince Alexander of Hesse and by Rhine, who was born in Darmstadt, Hesse, Germany; and of Countess Julia von Hauke, or Julia, Princess of Battenberg, who was born in Warsaw, Congress Poland. King Charles’ great-grandmother Princess Victoria was born in Windsor Castle, Windsor, Berkshire, England, the daughter of Louis IV, Grand Duke of Hesse and by Rhine, from 13 June, 1877 to 13 March, 1892, who was born in Darmstadt; and of Princess Alice of the United Kingdom, who was born at Buckingham Palace, London, England.

King Charles’ maternal grandfather was George VI, who was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, from 11 December, 1936 to 6 February, 1952 (the son of George V, and of Mary of Teck). George VI was born in York Cottage, Sandringham House, Norfolk, England. George V was born in Marlborough House, London, and was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India, from 6 May, 1910 to 20 January, 1936. He was the son of Edward VII, who was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India, from 22 January, 1901 to 6 May, 1910, and of Princess Alexandra of Denmark, who was born at Yellow Palace, Copenhagen, Denmark. King Charles’ great-grandmother Mary of Teck was born in Kensington Palace, London, the daughter of Francis, Duke of Teck, who was born in Esseg, Slavonia, now Osijek, Croatia, and of Princess Mary Adelaide of Cambridge, who was born in Hanover, Lower Saxony/Niedersachsen, Germany.

King Charles’ maternal grandmother was Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon (the daughter of Claude Bowes-Lyon, 14th Earl of Strathmore and Kinghorne, and of Cecilia Bowes-Lyon, Countess of Strathmore and Kinghorne). Lady Elizabeth was born in Hitchin or in London, England. Claude was the son of Claude Bowes-Lyon, 13th Earl of Strathmore and Kinghorne, and of Frances Dora Smith Bowes-Lyon, Countess of Strathmore and Kinghorne. Cecilia was the daughter of The Rev. Charles William Frederick Cavendish-Bentinck and Caroline Louisa Burnaby.

Sources: Genealogies of Charles III – http://www.wargs.com
https://www.geni.com
https://www.wikitree.com
https://www.famechain.com
https://famouskin.com

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Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois, U.S.

Ethnicity:
*father – Irish, Lithuanian, English
*mother – Irish

Brendan Hunt is an American actor. He is known for playing Coach Beard on the show Ted Lasso, which he also co-developed. He has a son with actress Shannon Nelson.

Brendan’s paternal grandfather was Edward John Hunt (the son of Martin Anthony Hunt and Mary Agnes Urban). Edward was born in Chicago, Illinois. Martin was born in Chicago, to Irish parents, James J. Hunt and Bridget Scanlon. Mary was born in Pennsylvania, to Lithuanian parents, Anthony Urban and Anna Paulavisute.

Brendan’s paternal grandmother was Mary Phrania Cruise (the daughter of
Joseph Andrew Cruise and Abigail Louise Pattie). Mary was born in Richmond, Virginia. Joseph was the son of Arthur Cruise and Mary Agnes Martin. Abigail was the daughter of Fielding Whippe Pattie and Phrania Elizabeth Goudy.

Brendan’s maternal grandfather was Paul George Reynolds (the son of Jay Joseph Reynolds and Mary/Mae/May Donohue). Paul was born in Chicago, Illinois, to parents of Irish descent. Jay was the son of John J. Reynolds and Catherine Sullivan.

Brendan’s maternal grandmother was Sheila Marie Taaffe (the daughter of Joseph Matthew Taaffe and Marie Higgins). Sheila was born in Chicago, Illinois, to parents of Irish descent. Joseph was the son of Mathew Taaffe and Susannah Collins.

Source: Obituary of Brendan’s father – https://www.cooneyfuneralhome.com

Obituary of Brendan’s mother – https://www.cooneyfuneralhome.com

Obituary of Brendan’s maternal grandmother, Sheila Marie (Taaffe) Reynolds – https://www.dignitymemorial.com

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Romero in 2008, photo by Prphotos

Birth Name: George Andrew Romero

Date of Birth: February 4, 1940

Place of Birth: The Bronx, New York City, New York, U.S.

Date of Death: July 16, 2017

Place of Death: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Ethnicity:
*50% Galician/Castilian Spanish
*50% Lithuanian

George A. Romero was an American and Canadian filmmaker, director, editor, and screenwriter. He is known for his classic and influential horror films, including Night of the Living Dead (1968), Season of the Witch, The Crazies (1973), Martin (1977), Dawn of the Dead (1978), Creepshow (1982), Two Evil Eyes, The Dark Half, Land of the Dead, Diary of the Dead, and Survival of the Dead. He is widely credited as having created the modern-day zombie genre.

George was born in The Bronx, New York City, U.S., the son of Anne/Ann (Dvorsky/Dvorski) and Jorge/George Marino Romero. George’s father was born in Ferrol, Galicia, Spain, and George described his father as Castilian. His father was raised between Cuba and The Bronx. George’s maternal grandparents were Lithuanian.

He took on dual U.S. and Canadian citizenship in 2009. He was married to Suzanne Desrocher, until his death. He had a son with his first wife Nancy, and two children with his second wife, actress Christine Forrest.

George’s paternal grandfather was Antonio Romero (the son of José Romero and Vincenta Rodríguez). Antonio was born in Neda, a small village near Ferrol in north Galicia (Spain). José was the son of Lorenzo Romero and Juana Rodríguez.

George’s paternal grandmother was named Josefa González.

George’s maternal grandfather was named Vincent Dvorsky (the son of Peter Dvarackas, and of a woman surnamed Mishkinis). Vincent was born in Vilnius, Lithuania.

George’s maternal grandmother was named Mary Shadrik (the daughter of Vincent Shadrik, and of a woman surnamed Wiczkovska). Mary was born in Lithuania.

Sources: http://www.nydailynews.com
http://praza.gal
http://www.laopinioncoruna.es

Information about George’s father’s family – https://amp.elmundo.es

Genealogy of George A. Romero (focusing on his mother’s side) – https://www.geni.com

Genealogy of George’s mother – https://www.ancestry.ca

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Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois, U.S.

Ethnicity:
*father – Irish, Lithuanian, English
*mother – Irish

Brendan Hunt is an American actor. He is known for playing Coach Beard on the show Ted Lasso, which he also co-developed. He has a son with actress Shannon Nelson.

Brendan’s paternal grandfather was Edward John Hunt (the son of Martin Anthony Hunt and Mary Agnes Urban). Edward was born in Chicago, Illinois. Martin was born in Chicago, to Irish parents, James J. Hunt and Bridget Scanlon. Mary was born in Pennsylvania, to Lithuanian parents, Anthony Urban and Anna Paulavisute.

Brendan’s paternal grandmother was Mary Phrania Cruise (the daughter of
Joseph Andrew Cruise and Abigail Louise Pattie). Mary was born in Richmond, Virginia. Joseph was the son of Arthur Cruise and Mary Agnes Martin. Abigail was the daughter of Fielding Whippe Pattie and Phrania Elizabeth Goudy.

Brendan’s maternal grandfather was Paul George Reynolds (the son of Jay Joseph Reynolds and Mary/Mae/May Donohue). Paul was born in Chicago, Illinois, to parents of Irish descent. Jay was the son of John J. Reynolds and Catherine Sullivan.

Brendan’s maternal grandmother was Sheila Marie Taaffe (the daughter of Joseph Matthew Taaffe and Marie Higgins). Sheila was born in Chicago, Illinois, to parents of Irish descent. Joseph was the son of Mathew Taaffe and Susannah Collins.

Source: Obituary of Brendan’s father – https://www.cooneyfuneralhome.com

Obituary of Brendan’s mother – https://www.cooneyfuneralhome.com

Obituary of Brendan’s maternal grandmother, Sheila Marie (Taaffe) Reynolds – https://www.dignitymemorial.com

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Birth Name: John Stockwell Samuels IV

Place of Birth: Galveston, Texas, U.S. (likely)

Date of Birth: March 25, 1961

Ethnicity: Irish, English, Scots-Irish/Northern Irish, one eighth Ashkenazi Jewish, one eighth Lithuanian

John Stockwell is an American actor, director, producer, writer, and model. He is known for his roles in Christine, City Limits, My Science Project, Radioactive Dreams, Dangerously Close, Losin’ It, Eddie and the Cruisers, and North and South, and for directing the films Crazy/Beautiful, Blue Crush, Into the Blue, and Turistas, among other works.

His sister is historian Evelyn Welch (born Samuels). His niece, her daughter, is English singer, songwriter, and musician Florence Welch. John is married to chef and caterer Helene Henderson, with whom he has three children.

John’s paternal grandfather was John Stockwell Samuels, Jr. (the son of John Stockwell Samuels, Sr. and Emma Weedon). John’s grandfather John was born in Mount Sterling, Kentucky. John’s great-grandfather John was the son of John Samuels and Adeline Fleming “Addie” Stockwell. Emma was the daughter of Milton/Mitt A. Weedon and Sallie Cochran.

John’s paternal grandmother was Helen Yvonne Poole (the daughter of Thomas Andrew Poole and Emma Caroline Hayes). Helen was born in Galveston, Texas. Thomas was the son of F. T. Thomas Poole, who was born in London, England, and of Mary Burns, who was born in Liverpool, England, both of them to Irish parents. John’s great-grandmother Emma was the daughter of John Buchanan Hayes and Sarah Ann Benedick.

John’s maternal grandfather was John Samuel Richards (the son of Herman Grejcer, later Richards, and Effie C. Ainlay). John’s grandfather John was born in Farnam, Nebraska. Herman was a Belarusian Jewish emigrant, from Rechki, Vileyka, the son of Samuel Grejcer and Hena. Effie was of English and Irish descent, the daughter of John Ainlay and Eliza Jane Walker, who were from Ontario, Canada.

John’s maternal grandmother was Leontine Marie Subatch (the daughter of Anthony John Subatch, born Antanas Jonas Subačius, and of Leontine Cecelia Maney). John’s grandmother Leontine was born in Lawrence, Massachusetts. Anthony was Lithuanian, from Ricieliai, Alytus, the son of Jokūbas Subačius and Agota Raugalaitė. John’s great-grandmother Leontine was born in Massachusetts, to Irish parents, John Patrick Maney, from County Tipperary, and Ellen Reilly.

Sources: Genealogies of John’s parents – https://www.familysearch.org

John’s paternal grandfather, John Stockwell Samuels, Jr., on the 1910 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Death record of John’s paternal great-grandmother, Emma (Weedon) Samuels – https://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of John’s paternal grandmother, Helen Yvonne Poole – https://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of John’s maternal grandfather, John Samuel Richards – http://www.sfgate.com

John’s maternal grandmother, Leontine Marie Subatch, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://familysearch.org

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Birth Name: Ajay Nikolaus Parikh-Friese

Place of Birth: Canada

Date of Birth: April 6, 1998

Ethnicity:
*father – Finnish, German, Lithuanian, Polish
*mother – Indian

Ajay Friese is a Canadian and American actor and musician.

Ajay’s maternal grandparents are Indian. His father is said to be of Finnish, German, Lithuanian, and Polish descent.

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Charles III in 2015, photo by palinchak/Bigstock.com

Birth Name: Charles Philip Arthur George

Place of Birth: Buckingham Palace, Westminster, London, England, U.K.

Date of Birth: 14 November, 1948

Ethnicity: European Royal, as well as English, small amounts of German, Hungarian, French, Anglo-Irish, distant Irish, Danish, Swedish, Swiss, Belgian, Dutch, Bohemian/Czech, Scottish, Lithuanian, Russian, Polish

Charles III is King of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms, since 8 September, 2022. He is Head of the Commonwealth, and Supreme Governor of the Church of England.

He is the son of Elizabeth II, who was Queen of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms, from 6 February, 1952 to 8 September, 2022, and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

King Charles is married to Camilla, Queen consort of the United Kingdom. With his former wife, the late Diana, Princess of Wales, he is the father of William, Prince of Wales and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, and the grandfather of Prince George of Wales and Archie Mounbatten-Windsor, among others.

King Charles’ ancestry is approximately 58% European Royal, 19% English, 8.1% German, 4.7% Hungarian, 3.3% French, 3.1% Anglo-Irish, 1% Irish, and even smaller amounts of Danish, Swedish, Swiss, Belgian, Dutch, Bohemian, Scottish, Lithuanian, and Russian.

While both King Charles’ father and maternal grandfather were of predominantly European Royal descent, King Charles’ maternal grandmother was of mostly English ancestry.

King Charles’ father Prince Philip was born on Mon Repos in Corfu, an island in the Kingdom of Greece. Though he was often referred to as Greek, he had no ethnic Greek ancestry. A plebiscite in Greece in 1862 decided to have Windsor Castle-born, Prince Alfred of the United Kingdom, later Duke of Edinburgh, become King of Greece, though he could not accept the offer. Eventually, the choice was made as Danish-born, George I of Greece, Prince Philip’s paternal grandfather, who established the family’s royal line in Greece. He adopted the Greek Orthodox faith into which Prince Philip was born. Prince Philip later became Anglican.

King Charles’ paternal grandfather was Prince Andrew of Greece and Denmark (the son of George I of Greece, and of Grand Duchess Olga Constantinovna of Russia). King Charles’ grandfather Prince Andrew was born in Old Royal Palace, Athens, Kingdom of Greece. King Charles’ great-grandfather George I was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, and was King of the Hellenes, from 30 March, 1863 to 18 March, 1913. He was the son of Christian IX of Denmark, who was born in Gottorf Castle, Schleswig, Duchy of Schleswig, and was King of Denmark, from 15 November, 1863 to 29 January, 1906; and of Princess Louise of Hesse-Kassel, who was born in Kassel, Electorate of Hesse, German Confederation. King Charles’ great-grandmother Grand Duchess Olga was born in Pavlovsk, Russian Empire, the daughter of Grand Duke Konstantin/Constantine Nikolayevich/Nikolaevich/Nicholaievitch of Russia, who was born in the Winter Palace, St. Petersburg, Russian Empire, and who was the son of Nicholas I of Russia, who was Emperor of Russia, from 1 December, 1825 to 2 March, 1855; and of Princess Alexandra of Saxe-Altenburg, who was born in Altenburg, Duchy of Saxe-Altenburg.

King Charles’ paternal grandmother was Princess Alice of Battenberg (Victoria Alice Elizabeth Julia Marie, the daughter of Prince Louis of Battenberg, 1st Marquess of Milford Haven, born Count Ludwig Alexander von Battenberg, and of Princess Victoria of Hesse and by Rhine). King Charles’ grandmother Princess Alice was born in Windsor Castle, Berkshire, England. She eventually founded an order of Greek Orthodox nuns, the Christian Sisterhood of Martha and Mary. King Charles’ great-grandfather Prince Louis was First Sea Lord, from 8 December, 1912 to 28 October, 1914. He was born in Graz, Austrian Empire, the son of Prince Alexander of Hesse and by Rhine, who was born in Darmstadt, Hesse, Germany; and of Countess Julia von Hauke, or Julia, Princess of Battenberg, who was born in Warsaw, Congress Poland. King Charles’ great-grandmother Princess Victoria was born in Windsor Castle, Windsor, Berkshire, England, the daughter of Louis IV, Grand Duke of Hesse and by Rhine, from 13 June, 1877 to 13 March, 1892, who was born in Darmstadt; and of Princess Alice of the United Kingdom, who was born at Buckingham Palace, London, England.

King Charles’ maternal grandfather was George VI, who was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, from 11 December, 1936 to 6 February, 1952 (the son of George V, and of Mary of Teck). George VI was born in York Cottage, Sandringham House, Norfolk, England. George V was born in Marlborough House, London, and was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India, from 6 May, 1910 to 20 January, 1936. He was the son of Edward VII, who was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India, from 22 January, 1901 to 6 May, 1910, and of Princess Alexandra of Denmark, who was born at Yellow Palace, Copenhagen, Denmark. King Charles’ great-grandmother Mary of Teck was born in Kensington Palace, London, the daughter of Francis, Duke of Teck, who was born in Esseg, Slavonia, now Osijek, Croatia, and of Princess Mary Adelaide of Cambridge, who was born in Hanover, Lower Saxony/Niedersachsen, Germany.

King Charles’ maternal grandmother was Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon (the daughter of Claude Bowes-Lyon, 14th Earl of Strathmore and Kinghorne, and of Cecilia Bowes-Lyon, Countess of Strathmore and Kinghorne). Lady Elizabeth was born in Hitchin or in London, England. Claude was the son of Claude Bowes-Lyon, 13th Earl of Strathmore and Kinghorne, and of Frances Dora Smith Bowes-Lyon, Countess of Strathmore and Kinghorne. Cecilia was the daughter of The Rev. Charles William Frederick Cavendish-Bentinck and Caroline Louisa Burnaby.

Sources: Genealogies of Charles III – http://www.wargs.com
https://www.geni.com
https://www.wikitree.com
https://www.famechain.com
https://famouskin.com

Genealogies of Charles III’s parents – https://www.findagrave.com

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Chobot in 2014, photo by Starfrenzy/Bigstock.com

Birth Name: Jessica Lynn Horn

Place of Birth: Buffalo, New York, U.S.

Date of Birth: July 7, 1977

Ethnicity: Polish, as well as German, possibly some Lithuanian and Czech

Jessica Chobot is an American television host and writer.

She was partly raised in Novi, Michigan, among other places in the Midwest and East Coast. Her surname Chobot comes from her former husband. She is married to television personality Blair Herter, with whom she has one child.

She has stated that she has Polish, Czech, Lithuanian, and German ancestry.

Jessica’s paternal grandfather was James E. Horn (who likely was the son of Raymond John Horn and Genevieve Basher). James was born in New York. Raymond was born in New York, the son of Joseph J. Horn, whose parents were German, and of Elisabetha “Elizabeth” Feuerbach, whose parents were also German. Genevieve was born in New York, the daughter of William Mathis Basher, whose parents were from Germany and France, and were of German descent; and of Justina Wintermantel, whose parents were from Germany.

Jessica’s paternal grandmother was Elaine Pokrywczynska (the daughter of Ernest Pokrywczynski and Charlotte Andrzejewski). Elaine was born in New York. Ernest was born in New York, to Polish parents, Nicholas Pokrywczynski and Rozalia Fenslau, whose parents were of German descent. Charlotte was born in New York, also to Polish parents, John Andrzejewski and Maryanna Przybyszewski.

Jessica’s maternal grandfather was Frank E. Kuras (the son of Stanislaw A. “Stanley” Kuras and Josephine Specyal). Frank was born in New York. Stanley was born in New York, to parents from Germany/Poland, Andrew Kuras and Jozefa. Josephine was born in either New York or Germany/Poland, to parents from Poland, Michal “Michael” Specyal and Katherine.

Jessica’s maternal grandmother was Helen J. Szczur (the daughter of Jacob Szczur and Angeline Bartosik). Helen was born in New York, to Polish parents.

Sources: Obituary of Jessica’s paternal grandfather, James E. Horn – http://buffalonews.com

Genealogy of Jessica’s maternal grandfather, Frank E. Kuras – https://www.familysearch.org

Jessica’s maternal grandmother, Helen J. Szczur, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

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Place of Birth: McKean, Pennsylvania, U.S.

Date of Birth: April 6, 1996

Ethnicity: Polish, one quarter Lithuanian, German

Jack Stauber is an American musician, animator, and internet personality. He creates animated music videos, popular on the internet, which have used live-action, in VHS-style; stop motion, and computer animation. He has released four albums. His most known songs are “Buttercup” and “Oh Klahoma,” which have hundreds of millions of listens on Spotify. He also uses the name Jack Stauber’s Micropop.

Jack’s paternal grandfather was Marian Anthony “Tony” Stauber (the son of Edward Stauber and Elizabeth Wrazidwo). Marian was born in Kattowitz, Slaskie, Poland.

Jack’s paternal grandmother was Irene Regina Bagdonas (the daughter of Vincas/Vincent “Vince” Bagdonas and Helen Schaudinaitis). Irene was born in Germany, to Lithuanian parents. Vincas was the son of Kazys/Casmir Bagdonas and Apolonija/Apollonia Butkaite.

Jack’s maternal grandfather was Edward Francis Nientimp (the son of Edward George Nientimp and Mary Rose “Ruth” Volk). Jack’s grandfather Edward was born in Erie, Erie County, Pennsylvania, and had German ancestry. Jack’s great-grandfather Edward was the son of George Nientimp and Ida Mentz. Ruth is the daughter of Frank Volk and Barbara Scheloske.

Jack’s maternal grandmother is Ann Szymanowski (the daughter of Edward A. Gapska Szymanowski and Mary J. Orzechowski). Edward was born in Pennsylvania, the son of Polish parents, Wladyslaus/Walter Szymanowski and Agnes Gapska/Gapski. Mary was also born in Pennsylvania, also to Polish parents, Stanislaus/Stanislaw/Stanley Orzechowski and Rozalia/Rose Schubert.

Sources: Genealogies and death records of Jack’s paternal grandparents, Marian Anthony “Tony” Stauber and Irene Regina (Bagdonas) Stauber – https://www.findagrave.com

Obituary of Jack’s maternal grandfather, Edward Francis Nientimp – https://www.findagrave.com

Jack’s maternal great-grandparents, Edward A. Gapska Szymanowski and Mary J. (Orzechowski) Szymanowski – https://www.findagrave.com

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Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois, U.S.

Date of Birth: November 6, 1998

Ethnicity: Luxembourgish (one quarter), English, one eighth Irish, one eighth Lithuanian, one eighth Polish, some German, distant Scots-Irish/Northern Irish

Hannah Pearl Davis, known by her YouTube channel username JustPearlyThings, or by her middle name Pearl, is an American YouTuber and conservative political commentator. Her content has been described as “anti-feminist” and “misogynistic” by some.

Her parents, Jennifer and Daniel Davis, founded Chicago-based company Davisware, which handles business management software.

Pearl’s paternal grandfather was Patrick Joseph Davis (the son of Parley Jay “PJ” Davis and Mary Virginia Langan). Patrick was born in Harvey, Illinois. PJ was born in Cameron, Illinois, the son of William Allen Davis and Alcinda Starkee. Mary was born in Chicago, to Irish emigrants, Michael Kirk Langan, from Tuam, County Galway, and Mary Kay Garrity, who was from County Connacht.

Pearl’s paternal grandmother was Ann Mary Waitkus (the daughter of Louis Leo Waitkus and Sophie/Zofia Irene Lipinski/Lipińska). Ann was born in Cook County, Illinois. Louis was born in Chicago, to Lithuanian parents, Anthony/Anton Waitkus/Vaitkus, who was from Plungė, Plungė, and Anna/Ona Drungle/Drungelaitė. Sophie was born in Poland, the daughter of Andrzej/Andrew Lipiński and Mary/Maria Gut, who was from Makow.

Pearl’s maternal grandfather was Donald LeRoy “Don” Friederick (the son of LeRoy William Friederick and Mary Elizabeth Bies). Don was born in La Motte, Iowa. LeRoy was born in Washington, Iowa, to Luxembourgish parents, Henry Friederick/Friedrich, from Sandweiler, and Anna/Anne Margaret/Marguerite Welbes, from Oetrange. Pearl’s great-grandmother Mary was born in St. Donatus, Iowa, the daughter of Joseph G. Bies and Mary Anna Hintgen, who was from Bellevue, IA; Joseph and Mary’s parents were Luxembourgish.

Pearl’s maternal grandmother was Carol Ann Mohr (the daughter of John Edward Mohr and Mildred Vina Catherine Patterson). Carol was born in Springfield, Illinois. John was the son of William Joseph Mohr, whose parents were German; and of Mary Elizabeth Williams, who was born in Kentucky. Mildred was born in Redtop, Missouri, the daughter of Stephen Stewart “Steve” Patterson and Emma Jane Havens, who was from Forsyth, Missouri.

Sources: Genealogy of Pearl’s father – https://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Pearl’s paternal grandmother, Ann Mary (Waitkus) Davis – https://www.legacy.com

Genealogy of Pearl’s maternal grandfather, Donald “Don” LeRoy Friederick – https://www.familysearch.org

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Birth Name: Neil Stephen Cicierega

Place of Birth: Bridgewater, Massachusetts, U.S.

Date of Birth: August 23, 1986

Ethnicity:
*father – Polish, Lithuanian
*mother – French-Canadian/French, English, distant Scottish, Irish, and Portuguese

Lemon Demon, or Neil Cicierega, is an American singer, songwriter, filmmaker, YouTuber, and animator. His songs include “Eighth Wonder,” “The Ultimate Showdown,” and “Touch-Tone Telephone.” He has worked for television shows such as Gravity Falls. He has also been known as Deporitaz, Trapezoid, Trapezzoid, MEGO vs. SPAGO, and Grapes and Sunshine.

Lemon Demon’s father was a computer programmer. He is married to illustrator and comic artist Ming Doyle, with whom he has a daughter.

Lemon Demon’s paternal grandfather was Gerald “Jerry” Cicierega (the son of Joseph Cicierega and Anna Suszinski). Gerald was born in Boston, Massachusetts. Joseph was the son of Polish parents, Michael/Michal Ciecierega and Mary Krzak. Anna was also the daughter of Polish parents, John Suszinski and Maryanna Gawrysz.

Lemon Demon’s paternal grandmother was Alice Lorraine Bartkus (the daughter of Ioseph/Joseph Bartkus and Valerie Liaudauskaite). Alice was of Lithuanian descent.

Lemon Demon’s maternal grandfather was Jean-Guy Rodrigue (the son of Joseph Georges Telesphore Rodrigue and Cedenie Marie Dostie). Jean-Guy was born in Québec, and was French-Canadian, with distant Portuguese ancestry. He is not to be confused with the politician by the same name. Joseph was the son of Georges-Henri Rodrigue and Marie Celina Quirion. Cedenie was the daughter of Joseph Wilfred Dostie and Cedenie Vachon.

Lemon Demon’s maternal grandmother is the daughter of Everett Stewart Stoddard and Margaret Warring Mesheau. Everett was the son of Ernest Henry Stoddard and Ella Frances Harris. Margaret was the daughter of Charles Frederick Mesheau and Julia Anna Bonnell/Bunnell. Charles’s paternal grandfather, Louis Anthony Michaud, was from France. Charles’s maternal grandparents were Scottish.

Sources: Obituary of Lemon Demon’s paternal grandfather, Gerald “Jerry” Cicierega – https://www.findagrave.com

Obituary of Lemon Demon’s paternal great-grandfather, Ioseph/Joseph Bartkus – https://www.newspapers.com

Obituary of Lemon Demon’s maternal great-uncle – https://www.legacy.com

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Birth Name: Shane Alexander Madej

Place of Birth: Schaumburg, Illinois, U.S.

Date of Birth: May 16, 1986

Ethnicity:
*37.5% Polish
*25% German
*25% Slovenian
*12.5% Lithuanian

Shane Madej is an American actor, internet personality, YouTuber, and paranormal investigator. He is known for his involvement in the Buzzfeed Unsolved series, alongside Ryan Bergara. He co-founded digital entertainment company Watcher Entertainment, with Bergara and Steven Lim.

Shane is married to Sara Rubin.

Shane’s paternal grandfather was Joseph Andrew Madej (the son of Felix Madej and Katherine Dombrowska/Dąbrowska). Joseph was born in Chicago, Illinois, to parents from Kłodawa, Poland.

Shane’s paternal grandmother was Eilene Helene Zachcial (the daughter of Joseph R. Zachcial and Marie Petrokas). Eilene was born in Chicago, Illinois. Joseph’s parents were Polish. Marie’s parents were Lithuanian.

Shane’s maternal grandfather was Louis Spetich (the son of John Spetich and Katharina Vatovec). Louis was born in Barberton, Ohio, to Slovenian parents.

Shane’s maternal grandmother was Janet Frey (the daughter of Earl Frey and Gertrude Marie Winkelman). Janet was born in Chicago, Illinois. Earl was born in Illinois, the son of Peter Henry Frey, whose parents were ethnic Germans, from Drachenbronn, Bas-Rhin, Alsace, France; and Catherine Young, who was German. Gertrude was born in Illinois, the daughter of Frederick A. Eduard Winkelman and Amelia Mehlhop, who were also the children of German parents. Gertrude had roots in Westphalia.

Sources: Draft registration of Shane’s paternal great-grandfather, Felix Madej – https://www.myheritage.com

Obituary of Shane’s maternal grandfather, Louis Spetich – https://www.legacy.com

Shane’s maternal great-grandfather, John Spetich, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.myheritage.com

Genealogies of Shane’s maternal great-grandparents, Earl Frey and Gertrude Marie Winkelman – https://www.familysearch.org

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Sullivan at TV Guide Magazine’s “2010 Hot List,” Drai’s, Hollywood, CA. 11-08-10, s_bukley/Bigstock.com

Place of Birth: Manhattan, New York City, New York, U.S.

Date of Birth: April 21, 1970

Ethnicity:
*50% Irish
*25% German
*25% Lithuanian

Nicole Sullivan is an American actress and comedian. She was a cast member on sketch comedy series MADtv. She is also known for her roles on the series The King of Queens, Scrubs, Rita Rocks, Cougar Town, Wendell & Vinnie, Black-ish, and, in voice role, Buzz Lightyear of Star Command, Family Guy, Kim Possible, The Penguins of Madagascar, and DC Super Hero Girls; in the film Meet the Robinsons, and in the made-for-tv movie Let It Shine.

Nicole is the daughter of Madonna, a businessperson, and Edward C. Sullivan (Edward Christian Sullivan), a Democratic Party politician, who was a member of the New York State Assembly. She was partly raised in upstate Middleburgh, New York. She is married to actor Jason Packham, with whom she has two children.

Nicole’s paternal grandfather was Edward J. Sullivan (the son of Timothy J. Sullivan and Mary Murphy). Edward was born in Massachusetts. Timothy was born in Massachusetts, to Irish parents, Thomas Sullivan and Ellen Leary. Mary was born in New York, also to Irish parents, Edward Murphy and Anna Buckley.

Nicole’s paternal grandmother was Rosalie Morrissey (the daughter of Michael Joseph Morrissey and Ann). Rosalie was born in Connecticut, to parents of Irish descent.

Nicole’s maternal grandfather was Meinrad Leo Rauscher (the son of Jacob Rauscher and Anna Kreuzer). Meinrad was born in Pennsylvania, to German parents.

Nicole’s maternal grandmother was named Julia Anna Aukscunas. Julia was born in Pennsylvania, to Lithuanian parents.

Sources: Nicole’s father on the 1940 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Nicole’s mother on the 1950 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

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NEW YORK-SEPT. 24: Former basketball player Rick Barry attends the 27th annual Great Sports Legends Dinner for the Buoniconti Fund at the Waldorf-Astoria on September 24, 2012 in New York City.

Birth Name: Richard Francis Dennis Barry III

Place of Birth: Elizabeth, New Jersey, USA

Date of Birth: March 28, 1944

Ethnicity: Irish (father) Lithuanian (mother)

Ancestry/Genealogy: Rick Barry is an American former professional National Basketball Association (NBA) small forward. Barry is regarded highly as one of the greatest basketball players ever. He was listed on the NBA’s 75th Anniversary team and was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 1987.

Rick Barry was the son of Richard Francis Barry Jr. and Alpha M. Stephanovich. Both of Rick Barry’s parents were born in New Jersey.

His paternal grandparents were Richard Francis Barry (the son of John J. Barry Sr. and Ellen Geary) and Susan Emma Archer. John and Ellen were Irish.

His maternal grandparents were Monica and Edward Stephanovich. Monica and Edward were Lithuanian.

Source: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/136136773/richard_f_barry (Rick Barry’s fathers obituary)

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/136136845/alpha_m_barry (Rick Barry’s mothers obituary)

Photo by Debby Wong/Bigstock.com

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Place of Birth: Hollywood, Florida, U.S.

Date of Birth: December 20, 1991

Ethnicity:
*mother – Italian, English, Lithuanian, French-Canadian

Jillian Rose Reed is an American actress. She is known her work on MTV’s television series Awkward.

Her half-brother is actor Robbie Tucker. She is married to Marty Shannon.

Jillian’s maternal grandfather is Vincent Peter Rizzo (the son of Vincent J. Rizzo and Lena Pisa). Jillian’s grandfather Vincent was born in Michigan. Jillian’s great-grandfather Vincent was born in Italy. Lena was born in New York, to parents from Italy, Luigi Pisa and Antonina LaFaso.

Jillian’s maternal grandmother was Valerie Dawn Yurgalite (the daughter of Walter A. Yurgalite/Yurgalitz and Clara Dilling/Dillen/Dillon). Valerie was born in Michigan. Walter was born in Michigan, the son of Stanley Yurgalite/Yurgelites, who was born in Russia, now modern-day Lithuania, and of Leona Goff, who was mostly of English descent. Jillian’s great-grandmother Clara was born in Maine, the daughter of Bert J. Dilling and Clara E. Ouilette/Willette, who was of French-Canadian descent.

Sources: Obituary of Jillian’s maternal grandmother, Valerie Dawn (Yurgalite) Rizzo – http://griffinfuneralhome.com

Obituary of Jillian’s maternal great-great-aunt (great-grandmother’s sister) – http://legacy.com

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