21 March 2025
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The celebrities for this year's series of the popular genealogy TV show Who Do You Think You Are? have been revealed and include actor Andrew Garfield, comedian Diane Morgan, and singer Will Young.
The BBC’s Who Do You Think You Are? returns this Spring with eight new celebrities exploring their family history.
Among those delving into their past this season are Oscar-nominated actor Andrew Garfield, pop singer Will Young, and TV personality Ross Kemp. Their explorations will transport viewers from Napoleonic battlefields to the streets of wartime Europe, from Indian palaces to Hollywood’s golden age.
Simon Young, BBC Head of History, said:
“Every episode shows how personal stories and broader history are entwined. The tales unearthed this year — some heartwarming, others heartbreaking — capture the drama and diversity hidden in every family’s past.”
Executive producer Colette Flight added:
“Our latest line-up reveals how history ripples through generations. Whether it’s a daring escape, an unexpected royal connection, or a forgotten act of courage, these ancestors’ lives shed light on defining historical moments — and offer a fresh perspective on where we come from.”
Who Do You Think You Are? celebrities 2025
Who’s exploring their family history in 2025’s series?
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Andrew Garfield: The award-winning actor journeys from Poland to Hollywood, uncovering stories of resilience in the face of unimaginable loss and the glitz of early cinema.
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Will Young: The pop star’s research reveals a wartime pilot grandfather, POW hardships, and a surprising regal lineage stretching back generations.
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Ross Kemp: From EastEnders to international conflict zones, Kemp now uncovers military ancestors who fought in the Napoleonic Wars — and a wartime riddle in Casablanca.
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Diane Morgan: Known for her comic roles, Morgan’s personal exploration turns serious as she uncovers a tale of forbidden love, hardship, and a determined woman fighting for her children’s rights.
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Mishal Husain: The BBC presenter follows her family’s footsteps from India to America, discovering an ancestor who was royal physician to a Maharaja.
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Aisling Bea: The comedian unearths a family story marked by violence, fierce independence, and female strength amidst Ireland’s turbulent history.
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Fred Sirieix: Swapping the restaurant floor for family archives, Sirieix discovers wartime romance and a connection to France’s rich winemaking traditions.
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Layton Williams: The actor and singer explores his roots from London’s East End to Jamaica, confronting a difficult chapter in his family’s past.
Who Do You Think You Are? returns to BBC One in spring 2025.
Andrew Garfield Image: Wall to Wall Media
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