Birth Names: (in birth order)
*Scott Andrew Moffatt
*Clinton Thomas John Moffatt
*Robert Franklin Peter Moffatt
*David Michael William Moffatt

Places of Birth:
*Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada (Scott)
*Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (Clint, Bob, and Dave)

Dates of Birth:
*March 30, 1983 (Scott)
*March 8, 1984 (Clint, Bob, and Dave)

Ethnicity: Dutch, English, German, Scottish, Welsh, 1/64 Danish, 1/64 Swedish, as well as distant French, Irish, and Swiss-German

The Moffatts is a Canadian pop rock band formed by brothers Scott (lead vocals, guitars) and triplets Clint (backing vocals, bass, percussion), Bob (backing vocals, drums, congas), and Dave Moffatt (lead vocals, keyboards).

They are the sons of Darlana Arlene (Jahrig) Lohr and Franklin “Frank” Moffatt.

Clint has a son with his partner, Sydney McGovern. Bob is married to Amanda Zieschang.

The Moffatts’ paternal grandparents were Andrew “Bill” Moffatt and Dorothy Frances Powell. A picture of The Moffatts’ paternal grandparents can be seen here.

The Moffatts’ maternal grandfather was Clinton Booth Jahrig (the son of William Booth Jahrig and Verna Margaret Carbert). The Moffatts’ great-grandfather William was the son of Swedish emigrant, Emil (later Charles Samuel) Jährig, of Gothenburg, who was of part Danish and German descent, and of Elizabeth Lister, whose own parents, Joseph Lister and Mary Morris, were English emigrants, from Wisbech, Yorkshire (now Cambridgeshire) and Bolton, Lancashire (now Greater Manchester). Verna was the daughter of English emigrant, George Cecil Carbert, of Sandal Magna, Wakefield, Yorkshire (now West Yorkshire), and of Emma Jane Baker. The surname Carbert is of French origin.

The Moffatts’ maternal grandmother was Alice Mae Arlene Barbour (the daughter of Bocie Taft Barbour and Polly Alice Barber). The Moffatts’ grandmother Arlene was an American emigrant, from Ingrams, North Carolina. Bocie was the son of John Calvin Barbour and Louise Alei Benson. Polly was the daughter of Thomas R. “Tom” Barber and Edith Ellender Barber.

The Moffatts’ matrilineal ancestry can be traced back to their fourth great-grandmother, Seely Hill, of North Carolina.

Source: Genealogy of The Moffatts’ mother – https://www.geni.com

James Coburn – 2002 Stella Adler Awards – Arrivals – The Highlands – Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Lee Roth / RothStock / PR Photos

Birth Name: James Harrison Coburn

Date of Birth: August 31, 1928

Place of Birth: Laurel, Nebraska, U.S.

Date of Death: November 18, 2002

Place of Death: Beverly Hills, California, U.S.

Ethnicity:
*English, distant German (father)
*Swedish (mother)

James Coburn was an American actor. He won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for Affliction (1997).

James was the son of Mylet Signa (Johnson) and James Harrison Coburn. His father had English, and distant German, ancestry. His mother was born in Nebraska, to Swedish parents.

He was married to Jamaican-born actress and television host Paula Murad Coburn, until his death. He had two children with his former wife, Beverly Kelly.

James’ paternal grandfather was Daniel Dutton Coburn (the son of James Harrison Coburn and Jane M. Matthews). James’ great-grandfather James was the son of Nathaniel Coburn and Sophia Fisher. Jane was born in Ohio, to English parents, a father surnamed Matthews, and Mary Gibbs.

James’ paternal grandmother was Altha Ann Johnson (the daughter of Noah V. Johnson and Sarah Jane Mason). Noah was the son of Noah Johnson and Catharine Burkett. Sarah was the daughter of Jesse Mason and Melinda Edwards.

James’ maternal grandfather was Frans Johnsson (the son of Johannes Andersson and Brita Katarina Adolfsdotter). Frans was born in Långvattnet, Sweden. Johannes was the son of Anders Johansson and Elsa Margareta Johansdotter. Brita was the daughter of Adolf Larsson and Katarina Margareta Jonsdotter.

James’ maternal grandmother was Anna Emilia Lindström (the daughter of Johan August Lindström and Emma Gustava Persdotter). Anna was born in Tveta, Sweden.

Sources: Genealogies of James Coburn – https://www.geni.com
https://gw.geneanet.org
https://www.findagrave.com

Genealogy of James’ paternal great-great-great-grandfather, Asa Coburn – https://www.wikitree.com

Genealogy of James’ paternal great-great-grandmother, Catharine Burkett – https://www.wikitree.com

Birth Name: Russell Marion Nelson

Place of Birth: Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S.

Date of Birth: September 9, 1924

Ethnicity:
*37.5% Norwegian
*25% Danish
*21.875% English
*12.5% Swedish
*3.125% Cornish

Russell M. Nelson is an American religious leader. He has served as the 17th President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, since January 14, 2018. He also had served as the President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, from July 3, 2015 to January 14, 2018; and as the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, from April 7, 1984 to January 14, 2018.

His father, Marion Clavar Nelson, was an advertising manager, from Manti, Utah. His mother, Floss Edna (Anderson), was born in Ephraim, Utah.

Russell is married to professor Wendy Lee Watson. He was previously married to Dantzel White, until her death, with whom he has ten children.

Russell’s patrilineal ancestry can be traced back to his fifth great-grandfather, Christen Madsen (died December 22, 1753, Store Brøndum).

Russell’s paternal grandfather was Andrew Clarence Nelson (the son of Mads Peter Nielsen, later Nelson, and of Margaretta “Margaret” Christensen). Mads was a Danish emigrant, from Store Brøndum, Ålborg, and was the son of Niels Christensen and Bodil Pedersdatter. Margaretta was also a Danish emigrant, from Gørding, Ribe, and was the daughter of Christen Hansen and Kiersten Nielsdatter.

Russell’s paternal grandmother was Amanda Jensen (the daughter of Johan Andreas Jensen and Petra Andrine Amundsdatter Noklebye). Amanda was a Norwegian emigrant, from Oslo. Johan was the son of Jens Iversen and Ingeborg Sophia Nielsdatter. Petra was the daughter of Amund Pedersen Borredalen and Oliana Hansdatter Heja.

Russell’s maternal grandfather was Andrew Charles Anderson (the son of Niels Andersson and Ingeborg Poulsdatter Reinsfjeld). Niels was a Swedish emigrant, from Lund, Malmöhus (now Skåne), and was the son of Anders Paul Jönsson and Elna Andersdotter. Ingeborg was a Norwegian emigrant, from Dypvåg (now part of Tvedestrand), Aust-Agder, and was the daughter of Paul Jensen Reinsfjeld and Siri Olsdatter Gangdalen.

Russell’s maternal grandmother was Sarah Elizabeth Williams (the daughter of Stephen Williams and Emma Jane Hillard). Stephen was an English emigrant, from Hartland, Devon, and was the son of Thomas Williams, whose own mother, Elizabeth Cleverdon, was Cornish, from Kilkhampton, Cornwall, and of Sarah Elliot. Emma was also an English emigrant, from Ditcheat, Somerset, and was the daughter of Andrew Hillard and Mary Higgins.

Russell’s matrilineal ancestry can be traced back to his fifth great-grandmother, Rose Pester.

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

Genealogy of Russell’s mother – https://www.familysearch.org

Birth Name: Coco Maila Camille Hapaikekoa Ho

Place of Birth: Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S.

Date of Birth: April 28, 1991

Ethnicity:
*Chinese, Native Hawaiian, English, Swedish, Portuguese, Spanish, Scottish (father)
*English, possibly other (mother)

Coco Ho is an American professional surfer.

Coco is the daughter of Brian C. (Bass) and surfer Michael Ho (born Michael K. Ho). Her uncle (father’s brother) is surfer Derek Ho. She is also said to be related to singer and songwriter Don Ho.

Coco’s father is of Chinese, Native Hawaiian, English, Swedish, Portuguese, Spanish, and Scottish descent. Coco’s mother has English, and possibly other, ancestry.

Coco’s paternal grandfather was Edmund Kaho’olauli’i “Chico” Ho (who was likely the son of Samuel T. “Sam” Ho and Emma Frank). Samuel was born in Hawaii, to parents from China, Mew Ho and Chow Kong. Emma was born in Hawaii, the daughter of John Waiokila Frank, Jr., whose parents were Portuguese, and of Annie Trinity Zablan, who had Spanish, Scottish, and Native Hawaiian ancestry.

Coco’s paternal grandmother was Joeine M. Gray (the daughter of John Doy Gray and Margie). John was the son of Doy Edmund Gray and Jenney/Jenny Larson, whose parents were Swedish.

Coco’s maternal grandparents were James Willis “Jim” Bass and Mary Beverly “Bev” Smith.

Sources: Birth record of Coco’s father – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Coco’s paternal great-uncle (grandmother’s brother), Mike Gray – http://obits.oregonlive.com

Genealogy and Obituary of Coco’s paternal great-great-grandparents, Doy Edmund Gray and Jenney/Jenny Larson – http://www.findagrave.com

Obituary of Coco’s maternal grandfather, James Willis “Jim” Bass – http://the.honoluluadvertiser.com

http://www.honolulumagazine.com

Photo by Joe Seer/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Birth Name: Joseph Patrick Kennedy III

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

Date of Birth: October 4, 1980

Ethnicity: Irish, English, more distant German, Swiss-German, Scots-Irish/Northern Irish, and Welsh, remote Swedish, possibly distant Dutch

Joe Kennedy III is an American lawyer and politician. A member of the Democratic Party, he has served as a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Massachusetts, since January 3, 2013.

Joe is the son of Sheila Brewster (Rauch) and Joseph P. Kennedy II (Joseph Patrick Kennedy II), a businessperson and politician, who was a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Massachusetts, from 1987 to 1999. Joe comes from a long line of activists and Democratic politicians. Joe’s paternal grandfather was Robert F. Kennedy, a politician, who was the 64th U.S. Attorney General, from 1961 to 1964, and a U.S. Senator from New York, from 1965 to 1968, when he was assassinated. Joe’s grandfather was also a candidate for the Democratic Party’s nomination for President of the United States in 1968, until his death.

Joe is married to health policy lawyer Lauren Birchfield, with whom he has two children.

Joe’s grandfather Robert’s siblings, Joe’s great-uncles, were John F. Kennedy, who was President of the United States, from 1961 to 1963, and Ted Kennedy, who was also a politician. Through his Kennedy ancestry, Joe is a first cousin, once removed, of John F. Kennedy, Jr. and journalist Maria Shriver, and a second cousin of author Katherine Schwarzenegger, Jack Schlossberg, and actor and model Patrick Schwarzenegger.

Joe’s paternal grandfather was Robert Francis Kennedy (the son of Joseph Patrick Kennedy and Rose Elizabeth Fitzgerald). Robert was of Irish descent. He also had distant Scottish ancestry; his patrilineal Kennedy line traces back to Scotland, and Robert had Scottish-born ancestors in the 1600s. Joseph was a businessperson, investor, and politician, and was the son of P. J. Kennedy (Patrick Joseph Kennedy), a businessperson and politician, with roots in Dunganstown, and of Mary Augusta Hickey, whose roots were in Cork, Munster, and Rossearbery. Joe’s great-grandmother Rose was a philanthropist and socialite. Rose’s father, John Francis Fitzgerald, was a politician, who served as Mayor of Boston (from 1906 to 1908, and again from 1910 to 1914), and as a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Massachusetts (from 1895 to 1901, and in 1919). John’s roots were in Co. Limerick, including Lough Cur. Rose’s mother was Mary Josephine “Josie” Hannon, whose roots were in Lough Cur and Bruff.

Joe’s paternal grandmother was Ethel Skakel (the daughter of George Jordan Skakel and Ann Brannack). Ethel is a human rights campaigner. George was the son of James Curtis Skakel and Grace Mary Jordan. Ann was of Irish origin, and was the daughter of Joseph/Joe Brannack and Margaret Byrnes.

Joe’s maternal grandfather was Rudolph Stewart Rauch, Jr. (the son of Rudolph Stewart Rauch and Mary Banks French). Joe’s great-grandfather Rudolph was born in New York, the son of William Rauch, who was born in London, England, to a father from Heilbeann, Germany and a mother from St Gall, Switzerland, and of Susan Spring Paton, who was Scottish.

Joe’s maternal grandmother was Frances Stuart Brewster (the daughter of George Stepenson Brewster and Eleanor Grant Bosher). George was the son of Benjamin Brewster and Elmina Hearsey Dows. Eleanor was the daughter of Robert Semple Bosher and Martha Ellen Cox.

Sources: Genealogy of Joe Kennedy III – https://www.geni.com

Genealogy of Joe’s father – https://worldconnect.rootsweb.ancestry.com

Genealogy of Joe’s father (focusing on his own father’s side) – https://worldconnect.rootsweb.ancestry.com

Genealogies of Joe’s paternal grandfather, Robert F. Kennedy – http://worldconnect.rootsweb.ancestry.com
https://www.findagrave.com
https://www.wikitree.com

Genealogy of Joe’s paternal grandfather, Robert F. Kennedy (through Robert’s brother, John F. Kennedy) – http://famouskin.com

Genealogy of Joe’s paternal grandfather, Robert F. Kennedy (focusing on his own father’s side) – https://worldconnect.rootsweb.ancestry.com

Joe’s paternal great-grandmother, Rose Elizabeth Fitzgerald, on the 1900 U.S. Census – https://familysearch.org
Rose Elizabeth Fitzgerald on the 1910 U.S. Census – https://familysearch.org

Notes on Joe’s grandfather, Robert F. Kennedy’s, maternal ancestry – http://www.americanancestors.org
http://www.familytreecircles.com

Joe’s maternal grandfather, Rudolph Stewart Rauch, Jr., on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Joe’s maternal great-grandfather, Rudolph Stewart Rauch – http://www.nytimes.com

Marriage record of Joe’s maternal great-great-grandparents, William Rauch and Susan Spring Paton – https://www.familysearch.org

Paul Thomas Anderson – 17th Annual BAFTA L.A. Britannia Awards – Arrivals – Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel – Century City, CA, USA – Photo Credit: GL / PR Photos

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: June 26, 1970

Ethnicity: Swedish, Irish, English, French-Canadian, possibly other

Paul Thomas Anderson is an American filmmaker.

He is the son of Edwina E. (Gough) and Ernie Anderson (Ernest Earle Anderson). His father, also known as horror host Ghoulardi, was a television and radio actor, comic, and disc jockey. Paul has four children with his partner, film and television actress and comedian Maya Rudolph.

Paul’s paternal grandfather was Ernest Clifton Anderson (the son of Oscar F. Anderson and Mina L. Williams). Oscar was born in Massachusetts, to Swedish parents. Mina was also born in Massachusetts, to a Swedish-born father.

Paul’s paternal grandmother was Emily May Melanson (the daughter of Ranchford/Ransford Blaise/A. Melanson and Elizabeth M. Regan). Ranchford was born in Canada, the son of Julius Jude S. Melanson and Belinda Blandine Bourque. Elizabeth was the daughter of George A. Reagan and Elizabeth M. Keenan.

Sources: Genealogies of Paul Thomas Anderson (focusing on his father’s side) – https://www.geni.com
https://www.wikitree.com

Paul’s paternal grandfather, Ernest Clifton Anderson, on the 1910 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Paul’s paternal grandmother, Emily May Melanson, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Jason Blum – “The Normal Heart” New York City Premiere – Arrivals – The Ziegfeld Theatre – New York City, NY, USA – Photo Credit: Laurence Agron / PR Photos

Birth Name: Jason Ferus Blum

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: February 20, 1969

Ethnicity:
*Ashkenazi Jewish (father)
*German, Swedish, English, Irish (mother)

Jason Blum is an American film producer.

Jason is the son of Shirley Marie (Neilsen) and Irving Blum. His father is Jewish. His mother is mostly of German, Swedish, English, and Irish descent. Jason is married to journalist Lauren A.E. Schuker.

Jason’s paternal grandparents were Harry Blum and Adele/Adelle Fern. Harry and Adele were from Austria.

Jason’s maternal grandfather was Melvin L. Neilsen/Neilson (the son of Louis W. Neilson and Hilma). Louis was born in Germany. Hilma was born in Kansas, to Swedish parents.

Jason’s maternal grandmother was Anna Keyes (the daughter of James Keyes and Bessie Parker). James was from New York. Bessie was Irish.

Sources: Birth record of Jason Blum – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Jason’s parents – http://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Jason’s mother – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Jason’s maternal grandmother, Anna (Keyes) Neilsen/Neilson – http://www.familysearch.org

Shana Feste – “Country Strong” Nashville Premiere – Arrivals – Green Hills Cinema – Nashville, TN, USA – Keywords: Orientation: Portrait Face Count: 1 Headshot – False – Photo Credit: Bob Charlotte / PR Photos 

Place of Birth: Palos Verdes, Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: August 28, 1975

Ethnicity:
*English, Italian, German (father)
*Swedish, Norwegian (mother)

Shana Feste is an American film director and screenwriter.

She is the daughter of Lana Anne (Sponaas) and Robert James Feste, Sr. Shana is married to producer Brian Kavanaugh-Jones.

Shana’s paternal grandfather was Joseph James Feste (the son of Joseph F. “Joe” Feste/Festi and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Zanetell/Zonetell). Shana’s great-grandfather Joseph was born in Tyrol, Austria, and was likely of Italian descent. Elizabeth was born in either Colorado or New Mexico, to parents from Germany, Antonio Zanetell and Anna Amelia Hondorf.

Shana’s paternal grandmother was Ruby Rowland (who likely was the daughter of Robert H. Rowland and Sallie).

Shana’s maternal grandfather likely was Andrew Norman Sponaas, Jr. (the son of Andrew A. Sponaas, Sr. and Anna Johnson). Andrew Norman was born in Michigan, to parents from Norway.

Shana’s maternal grandmother was Lillian May Westin (the daughter of Ewald/Evald Westin and Signa/Signe Johnson/Johanson). Ewald was born in Sweden, the son of Andrew Westin and Inga Backins. Signa was also born in Sweden, the daughter of Andrew Johnson/Johanson.

Sources: Birth record of Shana Feste – http://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Shana’s mother – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Shana’s parents – http://www.familysearch.org

Death record of Shana’s maternal grandmother – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Shana’s half-brother, James Kirk Feste – http://www.newhopefh.com

Information about Shana’s paternal great-grandparents, Joseph Feste/Festi and Elizabeth Zanatell – http://www.ancestry.co.uk

Erin Darke – “Kill Your Darlings” New York City Screening Hosted by Cinema Society and Johnston & Murphy – Arrivals – Paris Theatre – New York City, NY, USA – Photo Credit: Debby Wong / PR Photos

Birth Name: Erin Constance Maja-Darke

Place of Birth: Flint, Michigan, U.S.

Date of Birth: September 10, 1984

Ethnicity: English, Scottish, German, French-Canadian, 1/8 Swedish

Erin Darke is an American actress.

Erin is the daughter of Kristina “Kris” (Strand) and Ian Harvey Darke.

Erin’s paternal grandfather was Reginald Harvey “Reg” Darke (the son of Percival “Percy” Darke and Constance Scott). Percival was the son of Harvey Darke, who was from Manchester, England, and of Susannah Jacques, who was from Sunderland, England. Constance was also a British emigrant in Canada.

Erin’s paternal grandmother was Agnes Nora Jean Milne (the daughter of Andrew Milne and Mary Baxter Dale). Agnes was born in Chatham, Ontario, Canada. Andrew was born in Canada, to Scottish parents, Peter Milne (who was from Maud, Aberdeenshire) and of Elspeth. Mary was also born in Canada, the daughter of Peter Dale and Maria Green.

Erin’s maternal grandfather was David Norman Strand (the son of Oscar Laurence Strand and Eletha Henrietta Cole). Oscar was the son of Swedish parents, John K. Strand and Christine Hagelin/Hazelin. Eletha was the daughter of William Jefferson Cole and Emily Jane Patten, who was from Ontario, Canada.

Erin’s maternal grandmother was Phyllis June Goff (the daughter of Clarence E. Goff and Edna K. Beaubien/Beaubian). Clarence was the son of Edward Goff and Bertha Sager. Edna was the daughter of Frederick Joseph Beaubian and Lillian/Lillie Mary Richard.

Sources: Genealogy of Erin’s father – http://www.genealogy.com

Obituary of Erin’s paternal grandmother, Agnes N. Jean (Milne) Darke – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Erin’s maternal grandfather, David Norman Strand – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Erin’s maternal grandmother, Phyllis (Goff) Strand – http://martinfuneralhome.com

Information about Erin’s paternal great-grandparents, Percival “Percy” Darke and Constance Scott – http://www.durhamatwar.org

Caterina Scorsone – “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” World Premiere – Arrivals – Dolby Theatre, TCL Chinese Theatre and El Capitan Theatre – Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Kazuki Hirata / HollywoodNewsWire.net / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Caterina Reminy Scorsone

Place of Birth: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Date of Birth: October 16, 1981

Ethnicity:
*Italian (father)
*English, Scottish (maternal grandfather)
*Swedish (maternal grandmother)

Caterina Scorsone is a Canadian actress.

Caterina is married to musician Rob Giles, with whom she has two daughters.

Caterina is the daughter of Suzanne Rozell and Antonio Bruno Scorsone. Among Caterina’s siblings is actress Francesca Scorsone.

Caterina’s maternal grandfather was Walter Henry Rozell, Jr. (the son of Walter Henry Rozell, Sr. and Eileen Adelaide Ferguson). Caterina’s great-grandfather Walter was the son of Henry W. Rozell and Elizabeth. Eileen was born in New Jersey, to a father from England and a mother from Canada.

Caterina’s maternal grandmother was Gunhild Wilhelmina Nicholson (the daughter of Carl Magnus Nicholson and Olga S. Nykvist). Gunhild was born in New York, to parents from Sweden. Olga was the daughter of Vilhelm Nykvist.

Sources: Obituary of Caterina’s maternal grandfather, Walter Henry Rozell, Jr. – http://www.nytimes.com

Birth Name: Lili Marie Simmons

Place of Birth: Cardiff-by-the-Sea, San Diego, California, United States

Date of Birth: July 23, 1993

Ethnicity: English, Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Dutch

Lili Simmons is an American actress. She is the daughter of Eve Marie (Mortensen) and Thomas Curtis Simmons.

Lili’s mother is of one quarter Danish, one eighth Swedish, one eighth Norwegian, one eighth Dutch, as well as English, ancestry.

Lili’s maternal grandfather was Walter Ross Mortensen (the son of Walter Mortensen and Agnes C. Danielson). Walter was born in California, to Danish parents, George Mortensen and Anna. Agnes was also born in California, to William Danielson, who was Swedish, and Catherine Jakobsen, who was Norwegian.

Lili’s maternal grandmother was Joanne Derling Mead (the daughter of Chester Ira Mead and Dorothy Spry). Joanne was born in Canada, to American parents. Chester was the son of Lewis Mead and Wesselina Hendrika “Hattie” TeRonde, whose parents were Dutch. Dorothy was the daughter of Harvey Roscoe Spry and Mabel Bird Curtis.

Sources: Lili’s maternal grandfather, Walter Ross Mortensen, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Genealogy of Lili’s mother – http://www.disnorge.no

Genealogy of Lili’s great-grandfather, Chester Ira Mead – https://www.findagrave.com

Genealogy of Lili’s great-great-grandmother, Wesselina “Hattie” Hendrika TeRonde – http://genealogy.jostko.com

Photo by kathclick/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Birth Name: Herbert Arthur Wiglev Clamor Grönemeyer

Place of Birth: Göttingen, Lower Saxony, West Germany (now part of Germany)

Date of Birth: 12 April, 1956

Ethnicity: German (including Baltic German), 1/256 Scottish, as well as distant Dutch and Swedish

Herbert Grönemeyer is a German musician and actor.

He is the son of Hella Carin (von Hunnius) and Wilhelm Grönemeyer.

Herbert was married to actress Anna Henkel, until her death, with whom he has two children.

Herbert’s paternal grandparents were Dietrich Grönemeyer and Lisette.

Herbert’s maternal grandfather was Herbert Arthur von Hunnius (the son of Theodor Woldemar Emanuel von Hunnius and Elly Ilse “Elise” Frey). Herbert was Baltic German physician, from Kiltsi, Lääne-Viru County, Estonia. Theodor was the son of Carl Arthur Woldemar von Hunnius and Johanna Fredrika Landesen. Carl’s maternal great-great-grandfather, John Drummond, was a Scottish military officer, from Perth. Herbert’s great-grandmother Elly was the daughter of Carl Nicolai Frey and Amalie Dorothea Johanna Siewerssen.

Herbert’s maternal grandmother was Wally Anna Marie Margareta Langheinrich (the daughter of Wilhelm Langheinrich and Marie Briet-Tretrop).

Source: Genealogy of Herbert Grönemeyer – https://www.geni.com

Birth Name: James Warren DeMint

Place of Birth: Greenville, South Carolina, U.S.

Date of Birth: September 2, 1951

Ethnicity: Irish, Swedish, English

Jim DeMint is an American politician and writer. A Republican, he was a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from South Carolina, from January 3, 1999 to January 3, 2005, A U.S. Senator from South Carolina, from January 3, 2005 to January 1, 2013, and President of the Heritage Foundation, from April 4, 2013 to May 2, 2017.

Jim is the son of Betty W. (Rawlings) and Thomas Eugene DeMint. He is married to Debbie Henderson, with whom he has four children. Debbie’s father was advertising executive James M. Henderson.

Jim’s paternal grandfather was Marion Alexander Demint (the son of Jasper Andrew Demint and Gustina Petterson Gustus). Marion was born in Kansas. Jasper was the son of Leander M. Demint and Sarah Jane Ellison. Gustina was Swedish.

Jim’s paternal grandmother was named Katherine Burns. Katherine was born in Nebraska, to Irish parents.

Jim’s maternal grandfather was James Warren Rawlings (the son of Albert Sidney Rawlings and Gilberta Lucas/S. “Bertie” Warren). James was born in Virginia. Albert was the son of Bassett Rawlings and Mary L. Taylor. Gilberta was the daughter of John J. Warren and Gilberta Susan Andrews.

Jim’s maternal grandmother was named Mabel Mosley. Mabel was born in Virginia.

Sources: Genealogies of Jim DeMint – http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com
https://www.geni.com

Birth Name: Maya Thurman Hawke

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

Date of Birth: July 8, 1998

Ethnicity: English, as well as German, Scots-Irish/Northern Irish, Scottish, 1/16th Swedish, 1/32 Danish

Maya Hawke, also known as Maya Thurman-Hawke, is an American actress and model. She is the daughter of actress and model Uma Thurman and actor and filmmaker Ethan Hawke.

Maya’s paternal grandfather is James Steven Hawke (the son of Frank Taylor Hawke and Betty Virginia Hartsock). James was born in Illinois. Frank was the son of Ronald M. Hawke and Edith S./M. Mosher. Betty was the daughter of Herbert Clark “Bert” Hartsock and Winifred/Winifrede Eliza Macy.

Maya’s paternal grandmother is Leslie Carole Green (the daughter of Howard Lemuel Green and Rosalie Carole Turner). Leslie was born in Texas. Howard was a minor-league baseball commissioner, and served five terms in the Texas Legislature. He was the son of Thomas Lemuel Green and Susie Idella/Della W. Hall. Maya’s great-grandmother Rosalie was the daughter of George Ross Turner and Annie Ruth Lane.

Maya’s maternal grandfather is Robert Alexander Farrar Thurman (the son of Beverly Reid Thurman, Jr. and Elizabeth Dean Farrar). Robert was born in New York. He is a professor of Tibetan Buddhism, at Columbia University, and was ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist monk. Beverly was the son of Beverly Reid Thurman, Sr. and Huella Gibson Bedford. Elizabeth was the daughter of Preston Cooke Farrar and Edna Violet Patterson.

Maya’s maternal grandmother is Nena Birgitte Caroline von Schlebrügge (the daughter of Friedrich Karl Johannes Baron von Schlebrügge and Brigit Olga Holmquist). Nena was born in Mexico City, Mexico, and is a model. Friedrich was German, from Oberglogau, Schlesien, and was the son of Friedrich Karl Bernhard Felix Heinrich Franz von Schlebrügge and Nanny Schultz. Brigit was born in Trelleborg, Sweden, the daughter of Albert Emil Fredrik Holmquist and Julie Tora Krüger/Krueger, who herself was born in Sweden, to a German father and a Danish mother.

Sources: Genealogies of Maya Hawke – https://www.geni.com
http://wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com

Genealogy of Maya’s father – https://famouskin.com

Genealogy of Maya’s father (focusing on his father’s side) – http://humphrysfamilytree.com

Genealogy of Maya’s paternal great-grandfather, Frank Taylor Hawke – https://www.findagrave.com

Genealogy of Maya’s paternal great-great-great-great-grandfather, Nathan Nichols Mosher (through Nathan’s sister, Rachel (Mosher) Fulkerson) – https://www.wikitree.com

Maya’s paternal great-grandmother, Betty Virginia Hartsock, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://familysearch.org
Betty Virginia Hartsock on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://familysearch.org

Obituary of Maya’s paternal great-grandmother, Betty Virginia (Hartsock) Hawke – http://www.findagrave.com

Marriage record of Maya’s paternal great-great-grandparents, Herbert Clark “Bert” Hartsock and Winifred/Winifrede Eliza Macy – https://familysearch.org

Genealogy of Maya’s paternal great-great-grandmother, Winifred/Winifrede Eliza Macy – http://findagrave.com

Birth record of Maya’s paternal great-great-grandmother, Winifred/Winifrede Eliza Macy – https://familysearch.org

Death record of Maya’s paternal great-great-great-grandfather, Edmund Antram “Ed” Macy – https://familysearch.org

Genealogies of Maya’s father (focusing on his mother’s side) – http://familypedia.wikia.com
http://www.wikitree.com

Genealogy of Maya’s paternal great-great-great-grandmother, Cynthia Evelyn Hall – http://worldconnect.rootsweb.ancestry.com

Genealogy of Maya’s mother – http://www.wargs.com

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Paul Johannson – 20th Annual Night of 100 Stars Awards Gala – Arrivals – The Beverly Hills Hotel – Beverly Hills, CA, USA – Keywords: – 0 – – Photo Credit: Scott Alan / PR Photos

Birth Name: Paul Joseph Otto Johansson

Place of Birth: Spokane, Washington, U.S.

Date of Birth: January 26, 1964

Ethnicity: Swedish, English, possibly Italian

Paul Johansson is an American-Canadian actor, film director, and television director.

Paul is the son of Joanne (Leone) and Canadian ice hockey player Earl Johnson (born Earl Otto Johansson). Among Paul’s siblings is comedian Pete Johansson.

Paul’s father is said to have Swedish ancestry. Paul’s mother’s surname is usually of Italian origin. She also has English ancestry.

Paul’s maternal grandmother was Joan Ethel King (the daughter of Frances King and Florence).

Sources: Obituary of Paul’s father – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Paul’s mother – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Paul’s maternal grandmother, Joan Ethel (King) Leone Gunn – http://www.legacy.com

Birth Name: Helena Marianne Josefsson

Place of Birth: Kalmar, Kalmar, Sweden

Date of Birth: 23 March, 1978

Ethnicity: Swedish

Helena Josefsson is a Swedish singer and songwriter. She is the lead singer for the band Sandy Mouche.

Helena is the daughter of Ingrid Margareta (Nilsson) and Per Olof Josefsson. She is married to Martin Gustav Nilsson, with whom she has two sons.

Helena’s patrilineal ancestry can be traced back to her third great-grandfather, Johannes Persson.

Helena’s paternal grandfather was Josef Verner Josefsson (the son of Josef Albert Carlsson and Hilda Sofia Jacobsdotter). Helena’s great-grandfather Josef was the son of Carl Magnus Johansson and Anna Lovisa Adiksdotter. Hilda was the daughter of Jakob Otto Johansson and Carolina Sofia Carlsdotter.

Helena’s paternal grandmother was named Karin Maria Israelsson.

Sources: Profile of Helena’s father – https://prabook.com

Birth record of Helena’s paternal grandfather, Josef Verner Josefsson – https://search.ancestry.com

Birth record of Helena’s paternal great-grandfather, Josef Albert Carlsson – https://search.ancestry.com

Birth record of Helena’s paternal great-grandmother, Hilda Sofia Jacobsdotter – https://search.ancestry.com

Sarah Sokolovic – HBO’s “Big Little Lies” TV Series Season 1 Premiere – Arrivals – TCL Chinese Theater, 6925 Hollywood Boulevard – Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Izumi Hasegawa / PRPhotos.com

Place of Birth: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.

Date of Birth: May 9, 1980

Ethnicity:
*Serbian (father)
*Swedish, English, German (mother)

Sarah Sokolovic is an American film, television, and theatre actress.

Sarah is the daughter of Donna Mae (Stowell) Mandelin and Dimso “Dan” Sokolovic. Sarah’s father likely was born in Germany, and was of Serbian descent. Sarah’s mother is American, and has English, German, and Swedish roots.

Sarah’s paternal grandfather was Bozidar Sokolovic (the son of Simo Sokolovic and Stanislava Brkovic). Bozidar was born in Drvar, Yugoslavia (now Bosnia and Herzegovina).

Sarah’s paternal grandmother was Nevenka Radjenovic (the daughter of Stevan “Stevo” Radjenovic and Mileva). Nevenka was born in Lika, Yugoslavia (now Croatia).

Sarah’s maternal grandfather was Donald George Stowell (the son of George Guy Stowell and Augusta). George was the son of George B. “Geo” Stowell and Merilla Dette Pease. Augusta was born in Sweden.

Sarah’s maternal grandmother was Evelyn Margaret Vollbrecht (the daughter of Frank Vollbrecht and Otellia/Otelia Scharnow). Frank was the son of German parents, Henry Vollbrecht and Maria Schulz. Ottelia was also the daughter of German parents, August Scharnow and Emilie Lichtenberg.

Sources: Genealogy of Sarah Sokolovic – http://www.genealogy.com

Obituary of Sarah’s father – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Sarah’s maternal grandfather, Donald G. Stowell – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Sarah’s maternal grandmother, Evelyn Margaret Stowell – http://www.familysearch.org

Kip Thorne – 28th Annual American Cinematheque Award Honoring Matthew McConaughey – Arrivals – The Beverly Hilton Hotel – Beverly Hills, CA, USA –  Photo Credit: Kazuki Hirata / HollywoodNewsWire.net / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Kip Stephen Thorne

Place of Birth: Logan, Utah, U.S.

Date of Birth: June 1, 1940

Ethnicity: Breton, Cornish, Dutch [including Frisian], English, French, German, Irish, Scots-Irish/Northern Irish, Scottish, Welsh, 1/8 Danish, 1/8 Manx, 1/8 Swedish, small amount of Belgian [Flemish, Walloon], and Mohawk Native American

Kip Thorne is an American theoretical physicist. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2017.

His father, David Wynne Thorne, was a chemist, from Perry, Utah. His mother, Alison (Cornish), who was born in Chicago, Illinois, was an economist and the first woman to receive a Ph.D. in the discipline from Iowa State College.

Kip is married to professor of biokinesiology and physical therapy, Carolee Joyce Winstein. He has two children with his former wife, Linda Jean Peterson.

Kip’s patrilineal ancestry can be traced back to his twelfth great-grandfather, Thomas Thorne, of North Molton, Devon, England.

Kip’s paternal grandfather was Milton Jefferson Thorne (the son of Richard Thorn and Rebecca Ann Osborn). Richard was the son of Asahel Thorn and Sarah Lester. Rebecca was the daughter of David Osborn and Cynthia Butler.

Kip’s paternal grandmother was Elmerta Eugenia Nelson (the daughter of Hans Peter Nielsen, later Nelson, and of Viroqua Vilate Neeley). Hans was a Danish emigrant, from Hårup, and was the son of Niels Hans Nielsen (later Nelson) and Ingeborg Sophia Hansdatter. Viroqua was the daughter of William Neeley and Helen Cravath.

Kip’s maternal grandfather was Newell Howland Cornish (the son of Robert Nephi Cornish and Emma Jane Howland). Robert was a Manx emigrant, from Onchan, and was the son of William Cornish and Elizabeth Keig. Emma was the daughter of Henry Howland and Martha Diana Case.

Kip’s maternal grandmother was Louise Larson (the daughter of Alof Larson and May Louise Hunt). Alof was the son of Swedish emigrants, Måns Larsson (later Mons Larson), of Skeglinge, Skåne, and of Elna Olsdotter Malmström, of Lund, Skåne. May was the daughter of John Hunt and Lois Barnes Pratt.

Kip’s matrilineal ancestry can be traced back to his fourteenth great-grandmother, Elizabeth (1474, Glastonbury, Somerset, England – 1549, Somerset).

Sources: Genealogy of Kip Thorne – https://www.geni.com

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

Genealogy of Kip’s mother – https://www.familysearch.org

Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley – 54th Annual Drama Desk Awards – Arrivals – Fiorello H. LaGuardia Concert Hall at Lincoln Center – New York City, NY, USA – Keywords: – 0 – – Photo Credit: Anthony G. Moore / PR Photos

Birth Name: Marin Joy Mazzie

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

Date of Birth: October 9, 1960

Ethnicity:
*Italian, Swedish (father)

Marin Mazzie is an American actress and singer.

Marin is the daughter of Donna J. and John T. Mazzie. Marin is married to actor, singer, and recording artist Jason Danieley.

Marin’s paternal grandfather was Samuel Salvadore “Sam” Mazzie (the son of Rocco Mazzie/Mazzei and Mary Luiggi). Sam was born in Nebraska, to parents from Italy.

Marin’s paternal grandmother was named Edith C. Johnson. Edith was born in Sweden.

Source: Obituary of Marin’s father – http://www.legacy.com

08/30/2009 – – 36th Annual Daytime EMMY Awards – Arrivals – Orpheum Theatre – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Keywords: – False – – Photo Credit: Albert L. Ortega / PR Photos

Birth Name: Elizabeth A. Keifer

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: November 14, 1961

Ethnicity: Swedish (paternal grandmother), German, English, Irish

Elizabeth Keifer is an American actress.

Elizabeth is the daughter of Grace (Banniste/Bannister) and Richard Carleton Keifer. She was raised in Pacific Palisades, California. Elizabeth is married to Robert Convertino, with whom she has two children.

Elizabeth’s paternal grandfather was Audrey/Andrey LeRoy Keifer (the son of Samuel F. Keifer and Alma L. Hyde). Samuel was the son of Jacob Keifer and Amanda. Alma likely was the daughter of Edward M. Hyde and Mahala.

Elizabeth’s paternal grandmother was Ella Amelia Palm (the daughter of Oscar Howard Palm and Anna Charlotta). Ella was born in New York, to parents from Sweden.

Elizabeth’s maternal grandfather was John Joseph Bannister (the son of William H. Bannister and Bridget Clearly). William was born in Massachusetts, to English parents. Bridget was Irish.

Elizabeth’s maternal grandmother was Mary Agnes MacGillicuddy/McGillicuddy (the daughter of John J. MacGillicuddy and Mary Hussey). Elizabeth’s grandmother Mary Agnes was born in Massachusetts, to parents from Ireland.

Sources: Birth record of Elizabeth Keifer – http://www.familysearch.org

Death record of Elizabeth’s father – http://www.familysearch.org

Death record of Elizabeth’s mother – http://www.familysearch.org