Jesca Hoop – 2008 South by Southwest- Day 2 – Yaris Tent – Austin, TX, USA – Keywords: SXSW – False – – Photo Credit: Daniel Locke / PR Photos

Birth Name: Jessica Hoop

Place of Birth: Solano, California, United States

Date of Birth: April 21, 1975

Ethnicity: English, Scottish, Irish, German

Jesca Hoop is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist.

Jesca is the daughter of Janette (Woolley) Nelson and Jack Dennis Hoop.

Jesca’s paternal grandfather was Lyle Bresnahan Hoop (the son of Oscar Winslow Hoop and Mabel Earp). Oscar was the son of Homer MacClelland Hoop and Laura Elvira Piper. Mabel was the daughter of George Washington Earp and Anna Maxwell.

Jesca’s paternal grandmother was Adah Lenore Lane (the daughter of John Ernest Lane and Hattie Hazel Bradfield). John was the son of John Harvey Lane and Ella Capitolia Dymond, whose father was Canadian. Hattie was the daughter of Jesse Jethro Bradfield and Mary Ellen Homan.

Jesca’s maternal grandfather was Elliott Ballantyne Woolley (the son of Herbert Elliott Woolley and Prescinda Stewart Ballantyne). Herbert was the son of Edwin Dilworth Woolley, Jr. and Florence Ashby Snow. Prescinda was the daughter of Richard Alando Ballantyne, whose father was Scottish, and of Mary Ann Stewart.

Jesca’s maternal grandmother was Vivienne Miller (the daughter of John Fredrick Miller and Mabelle Grover). John was the son of Arnold Daniel Miller, Sr. and Mary Jane Laub. Mabelle was the daughter of Edward Partridge Grover and Fannie Belle Clawson.

Sources: Genealogy of Jesca’s father – http://www.familysearch.org

Genealogy of Jesca’s mother – http://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Jesca Hoop – http://www.familysearch.org

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

Obituary of Jesca’s mother – http://www.familysearch.org

Eden Riegel – 36th Annual Daytime Creative Arts Emmy Awards – Arrivals – Westin Bonaventure Hotel – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Keywords: – 0 – – Photo Credit: Tony Lowe / PR Photos

Birth Name: Eden Sonja Jane Riegel

Place of Birth: Washington, D.C., U.S.

Date of Birth: January 1, 1981

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

Eden Riegel is an American actress.

Eden is the daughter of Lenore (Engelmann) and Kurt Wetherhold Riegel. She has a brother, Sam, who is a a voice actor, and a half-sister, Tatiana S. Riegel, who is a film editor.

Eden is married to Canadian actor Andrew Miller, with whom she has two children.

Eden’s paternal grandfather was Oscar Wetherhold “Tom” Riegel (the son of Lewis Edgar Riegel and Florence Emma Wetherhold). Oscar was born in Pennsylvania. Lewis was the son of John Riegel and Rebecca. Florence was the daughter of Oscar B. Wetherhold and M. Alice Reinweld.

Eden’s paternal grandmother was Jane Cordelia Butterworth (the daughter of Charles Melcher Butterworth and Mary Keeler). Jane was born in Pennsylvania. Charles was the son of Thomas Buttenworth and Anna. Mary was the daughter of Isaac Keeler/Keller and Cordelia Pullen.

Eden’s maternal grandfather was named Joseph Engelmann.

Eden’s maternal grandmother was Iris Salomon (the daughter of Maximus “Max” Solomon and Bertha Meyer). Iris was born in Germany, and was a Holocaust survivor. Bertha was the daughter of Louis Meyer and Rosa Katzauer.

Sources: Obituary of Eden’s paternal grandfather, Oscar Wetherhold “Tom” Riegel – http://www.nytimes.com

Obituary of Eden’s paternal grandmother, Jane Cordelia (Butterworth) Riegel – http://www.alleghanyjournal.com

Genealogy of Eden Riegel (focusing on her mother’s side) – http://www.geni.com

Eden’s maternal grandmother, Iris Salomon, on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Place of Birth: Gweru, Zimbabwe

Date of Birth: 23 April, 1988

Ethnicity: English, Scottish

David Pocock is an Australian rugby union player and activist. He has captained the Australia national team.

David was born in Gweru, Zimbabwe, to Jane and Andy Pocock. In 2002, his family moved from to Brisbane, Australia, after their farm was taken in the Zimbabwe government’s land reform program.

David’s maternal grandfather is named Ian “Pop” Ferguson.

Source: Biography of David Pocock – http://www.hnlc.org.au

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Place of Birth: Omaha, Nebraska, U.S.

Date of Birth: September 6, 1944

Ethnicity: English, Scottish, German

Swoosie Kurtz is an American actress. She is the daughter of Margaret “Margo” (Rogers), an author, and Air Force Colonel Frank Allen Kurtz, Jr., a World War II American bomber pilot and Olympic diver. Swoosie was named after “The Swoose” or “Swoose”, an early Boeing B-17D Flying Fortress bomber, named half swan, half goose. Her father piloted it, breaking all Pacific records.

Swoosie’s paternal grandfather was Frank Allen Kurtz (the son of Daniel Webster Boone Kurtz and Sarah Louise Russell). Frank was born in Missouri.

Swoosie’s paternal grandmother was Dora Lee Fenton (the daughter of James Jasper Fenton and Caroline Ada Trundle). Dora was born in Missouri. James was the son of James Jasper Fenton and Sarah Adaline/Adeline Drane. Caroline was the daughter of William Rufus Trundle and Angeline Fowler.

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

Obituary of Swoosie’s father – http://people.com

Swoosie’s paternal grandparents, Frank Allen Kurtz and Dora Lee Fenton, on the 1910 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

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Mary Chieffo – WonderCon 2018 – “Star Trek: Discovery” Press Room – Anaheim Convention Center, 800 W Katella Avenue – Anaheim, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Photography by E / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Mary Elizabeth Grant Chieffo

Place of Birth: Valley Village, Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: November 7, 1992

Ethnicity: Irish, Italian, English, Scottish

Mary Chieffo is an American actress.

Mary is the daughter of actors Beth Grant (born Laura Beth Grant) and Michael Chieffo (born Michael Francis Chieffo).

Mary’s mother has stated:

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Proud to be 40% Irish – those beautiful, great story telling, sensitive Irish folk with magical comic timing and hearts made of gold!

Mary’s paternal grandfather was named Henry S. Chieffo.

Mary’s maternal grandfather was William Luther Grant (the son of Dr. Nicholas Luther Grant and Irene Mitcham). William was born in Georgia. Nicholas was the son of Surveson Pois Grant and Martha Jane Murrah.

Mary’s maternal grandmother was actress and civil rights activist Elizabeth “Libba” Grant (born Sara Elizabeth Hayes, the daughter of John Lawton Hayes and Laura Mae Rearden). Elizabeth was born in Alabama. John was the son of John Alexander Hayes and Laura L. Craig. Mary’s great-grandmother Laura Rearden was the daughter of George Pearce Rearden and Cumi Elizabeth “Bettie” Brooks.

Sources: Birth record of Mary Chieffo – http://www.familysearch.org

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

Obituary of Mary’s maternal grandmother, Elizabeth “Libba” Grant – http://variety.com

Katie Boland – 3rd Annual “An Evening with Canada’s Stars” – Arrivals – Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills – Los Angeles, CA, USA -Photo Credit: PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Katherine Lenora Boland

Place of Birth: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Date of Birth: February 14, 1988

Ethnicity: English, possibly other

Katie Boland is an American actress, writer, director, and producer.

Katie is the daughter of director Gail Harvey and journalist Kevin Boland. Her siblings are Rejane and Michael, who is a rapper.

Katie’s maternal grandfather was Lawrence “Larry” Harvey (the son of Thomas Harvey and Hattie Pearl Parsons). Lawrence was born in Corner Brook, Newfoundland.

Katie’s maternal grandmother is named Vergena.

Sources: Obituary of Katie’s maternal grandfather, Lawrence “Larry” Harvey – http://www.dignitymemorial.com

Obituary of Katie’s maternal great-aunt (grandfather’s sister), Mescal E. “Mickey” (Harvey) Brailer – http://www.legacy.com

Ciara Hanna – “Pernicious” Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals – Arena Cinema, 1625 N Las Palmas Avenue – Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Guillermo Proano / PR Photos

Birth Name: Ciara Chantel Hanna

Place of Birth: Orange, California, United States

Date of Birth: January 20, 1991

Ethnicity: English, Scottish, German, possibly other

Ciara Hanna is an American actress and model.

Ciara is the daughter of Kimberly (Miles) and Mark Robin Hanna.

Ciara’s paternal grandfather was Ronnie Roy Hanna (the son of Roy Hanna and Velma Ruth Cunningham). Ciara’s great-grandfather Roy was the son of Alexander Hanna and Alice Tyler.

Ciara’s paternal grandmother was Marlene Louise Schwinger (the daughter of Louis J. Schwinger and Agnes H. Leaders/Lueders). Louis was born in New York, to parents from Germany, Jacob Schwinger and Louisa. Agnes was the daughter of William Lueders and Antonia/Antonie/Antonette Gentzmer, who was German.

Sources: Birth record of Ciara Hanna – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Ciara’s paternal grandparents, Ronnie Roy Hanna and Marlene Louise Schwinger – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Ciara’s paternal grandfather, Ronnie Roy Hanna – http://www.northdallasfuneralhome.com

Cameron Jebo – 2016 InfoList Pre-Oscar Soiree and Birthday Party for Jeff Gund – Arrivals – OHM Nightclub – Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Guillermo Proano / PR Photos

Birth Name: Thomas Cameron Jebo III

Place of Birth: Santa Clara, California, United States

Date of Birth: July 31, 1990

Ethnicity: English, Slovak, German, Irish, Scottish, French-Canadian, possibly other

Cameron Jebo is an American actor.

Cameron is the son of Susan “Susie” (Dopyera) and Thomas Cameron Jebo. He is married to Nicole Leigh Wright.

Cameron’s paternal grandfather was Thomas Cameron Jebo (the son of Howard James Jebo and Cecily Agnes Cameron). Howard was the son of Hiram E. Jebo and Celia A. Parkhill. Cecily was the daughter of Charles Cameron, who was Canadian, and of Harriett.

Cameron’s paternal grandmother was Nancy Lee Austin (the daughter of Frank Lee Austin and Loretta Ruth Retan). Cameron’s great-grandfather Frank was the son of Frank Lee Austin and Mary Madgalene Busby. Loretta was the daughter of Lewis Elton Retan, whose father was Canadian, and of Dora A. Sisson.

Cameron’s maternal grandfather was Kenneth Newell Dopyera (the son of Robert Andrew Dopyera/Dopjera and Edith Fowler). Robert was born in Dolná Krupá, Czechoslovakia (now Slovakia), the son of Jozef Dopyera/Dopjera and Katherine Zonenfeldt/Zonnenfeldt.

Cameron’s maternal grandmother was Patricia Jean “Pat” Harrington (the daughter of Eugene “Gene” Harrington and Dorothy Moynier). Dorothy was the stepdaughter of Abel Augustin Moynier, Jr. and Flora Alberta.

Sources: Birth record of Cameron Jebo – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Cameron’s paternal grandmother, Nancy Lee (Austin) Jebo – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Cameron’s paternal great-uncle (grandfather’s brother), Stephen Bruce Jebo – http://www.ryanmortuary.com

Genealogy of Cameron’s paternal great-grandfather, Howard James Jebo – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Cameron’s maternal grandparents, Kenneth N. Dopyera and Patricia Jean “Pat” Harrington – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Cameron’s maternal great-grandmother, Dorothy (Moynier) Harrington Harney – http://www.legacy.com

Place of Birth: Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Date of Birth: February 20, 1948

Ethnicity:
*Puerto Rican [Irish, Spanish, English, possibly other] (father)
*English (mother)

Jennifer O’Neill is a Brazilian and American actress, model, and author.

Jennifer was the daughter of Irene Freda “Rene” and Oscar Delgado O’Neill, Jr. Jennifer’s father was born in Puerto Rico, and is said to have been of Irish and Spanish ancestry. Jennifer’s mother was English.

Jennifer’s paternal grandfather was Oscar Delgado O’Neill, Sr (the son of Eduardo Delgado O’Neill and America Lopez). Oscar was born in San Germán, Puerto Rico. Eduardo was born in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico.

Jennifer’s paternal grandmother was Ada Kathleen Lee Tapia (the daughter of Albert Edward Lee and Catalina Concepcion Tapia Diaz). Ada was born in Santurce, Puerto Rico. Albert was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, the son of Thomas E. Lee, who was from St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, and of Josephine Arens Basanta.

Source: Genealogy of Jennifer O’Neill (focusing on her father’s side) – http://www.geni.com

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Birth Name: Lindsey Adams Buckingham

Place of Birth: Palo Alto, California, United States

Date of Birth: October 3, 1949

Ethnicity: Dutch, English, German, Scots-Irish/Northern Irish, Swiss-German, Welsh, as well as distant French, Swedish, and Wampanoag Native American

Lindsey Buckingham is an American musician. He is best known as the lead guitarist and one of the vocalists of the musical group Fleetwood Mac, from 1975 to 1987, and then 1997 to 2018.

Lindsey is the son of Rutheda (Elliott) and Morris Hamilton Buckingham.

Lindsey is married to Kristen Messner, with whom he has three children.

Lindsey’s paternal grandfather was Walter Holmes Buckingham (the son of Thomas Hugh Buckingham and Minnie Alice Holmes). Thomas was the son of an English emigrant, Thomas Hugh Buckingham, and of Eliza Pierson Richardson. Minnie was the daughter of an English emigrant, Walter H. Holmes of Hamerton, Middlesex (now Cambridgeshire), and of Sarah Ophelia Cook.

Lindsey’s paternal grandmother was Ione Morris (the daughter of George Henry Morris and Mary Lafayette “Mamie” Cooper). George was the son of Venable Morris and Nannie Frazier. Mamie was the daughter of Hickson Belt Cooper and Frances Mary Barber.

Lindsey’s maternal grandfather was Merle Adams Elliott (the son of Edwin Amos Elliott and Frances Ella Adams). Edwin was the son of William Pugh Elliott and Mary Jane Battin. Ella was the daughter of William Henry Adams and Elizabeth E. Rhoades.

Lindsey’s maternal grandmother was Ethel Ruth Alexander (the daughter of William Gay Alexander and Edith Cory). William was the son of John Henderson Alexander and Sarah A. Mitchell. Edith was the daughter of Benjamin Cory and Sarah Ann Braly.

Lindsey’s matrilineal ancestry can be traced back to his sixth great-grandmother, Susanna Catharina Seifert.

Sources: Birth record of Lindsey Buckingham – https://www.familysearch.org

Genealogy of Lindsey’s brother, George Fenton Buckingham – https://www.familysearch.org

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Alek Skarlatos – “The 15:17 to Paris” World Premiere – Arrivals – SJR Theater at Warner Bros. Studios, 4000 Warner Boulevard, Bldg. #4 – Burbank, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Izumi Hasegawa / PRPhotos.com 

Birth Name: Aleksander Reed Skarlatos

Place of Birth: Roseburg, Oregon, U.S.

Date of Birth: October 10, 1992

Ethnicity:
*Greek (father)
*German, French-Canadian, English, Azorean Portuguese (mother)

Alek Skarlatos is an American actor, television personality, and U.S. Army National Guard soldier.

Alek is the son of Heidi Ann (Neuburger) Hansen and Emanuel Skarlatos. Alek’s father was born in Greece. Alek’s mother is American, and has German, French-Canadian, English, and Azorean Portuguese ancestry. Alek was raised in Sacramento, California.

Alek’s maternal grandfather was Nicholas J. Neuburger (who likely was the son of David Grandon “Dave” Neuburger and Theresa/Teresa Marie Marse/Masse). David was the son of John H. Neuburger, whose parents were German, and of Elizabeth Foster. Theresa was born in Canada, the daughter of Louis Masse and Rose Renaud.

Alek’s maternal grandmother was Nancy Joan Soto (the daughter of Leland Joseph Soto, Sr. and Evelyn Alice Podd). Leland was the son of Manuel Soto, whose parents were Azorean Portuguese, and of Minnie Rose, whose parents were also Azorean Portuguese. Evelyn was the daughter of Arthur Robert/Roberts Podd, whose mother was English, and of Irma/Erma.

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

Birth record of Alek’s maternal grandmother, Nancy Joan Soto – http://www.familysearch.org

Birth Name: Thomasin Harcourt McKenzie

Place of Birth: Wellington, Nya Zeeland

Date of Birth: July, 2000

Ethnicity: Scottish, English

Thomasin McKenzie is a New Zealand actress. She is the daughter of actress Miranda Harcourt and director Stuart McKenzie.

Thomasin’s maternal grandparents were Peter Harcourt and actress Kate Harcourt (Catherine Winifred Harcourt).

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Birth Name: Christine Anne Perfect

Place of Birth: Bouth, Lancashire (now Cumbria), England, U.K.

Date of Birth: 12 July 1943

Ethnicity: English, 1/8 German, likely 1/8 Channel Islander (Jersey)

Christine McVie is an English musician. She is best known as one of the three lead vocalists and the keyboardist of Fleetwood Mac.

Her father, Cyril Percy Absell Perfect, was a concert violinist and music lecturer at St Peter’s College of Education, Saltley, Birmingham and taught violin at St Philip’s Grammar School, Birmingham. Her mother, Beatrice Edith Maud “Tee” (Reece), claimed to be a medium, psychic and faith healer.

Christine was married to fellow Fleetwood Mac bassist John McVie, until their divorce, and to Portuguese keyboardist Eduardo “Eddy” Quintela de Mendonça, until their divorce.

Christine’s paternal grandfather was William Henry Perfect (the son of William Perfect and Sarah Elizabeth Balm). Christine’s great-grandfather William was the son of Joseph Perfect and Hannah Betts. Sarah was the daughter of William Balm and Mary Suber.

Christine’s paternal grandmother was Rose Prockter (the daughter of Henry Proctor/Procktor/Prockter and Emma). Henry was the son of John Proctor/Procktor and Elizabeth.

Christine’s maternal grandfather was George John Reese (later Reece, the son of John Reese/Reece and Eliza Moyse). George was Jersey, from Saint Helier. Christine’s great-grandfather John was German. Eliza was also from Saint Helier, and was the daughter of George Moyse and Elizabeth Hill, who were both likely English.

Christine’s maternal grandmother was Louisa Chant (the daughter of William Chant and Martha Prince). William was the son of Levi Chant and Mary Jane Ford.

Christine’s matrilineal ancestry can be traced back to her third great-grandmother, Mary Fry.

Sources: Genealogy of Christine McVie (focusing on her father’s side) – http://www.famechain.com

Christine’s father on the 1911 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Christine’s paternal grandparents, William Henry Perfect and Rose Prockter – https://www.familysearch.org

Christine’s paternal grandfather, William Henry Perfect, on the 1881 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Christine’s paternal great-grandparents, William Perfect and Sarah Elizabeth Balm – https://www.familysearch.org

Christine’s paternal great-grandfather, William Perfect, on the 1851 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Christine’s paternal great-great-grandparents, Joseph Perfect and Hannah Betts – https://www.familysearch.org

Christine’s paternal great-grandmother, Sarah Elizabeth Balm, on the 1851 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Christine’s paternal grandmother, Rose Prockter, on the 1881 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Christine’s paternal great-grandfather, Henry Proctor, on the 1871 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Genealogy of Christine’s mother – http://www.jeremyhughes.co.uk

Baptismal record of Christine’s maternal grandfather, George John Reece – https://search.findmypast.com

Marriage record of Christine’s maternal great-grandparents, John Reece and Eliza Moyes – https://search.findmypast.com

Baptismal record of Christine’s maternal great-grandmother, Eliza Moyse – https://search.findmypast.com

Marriage record of Christine’s maternal great-great-grandparents, George Moyse and Elizabeth Hill – https://search.findmypast.com

Baptismal record of Christine’s maternal great-grandfather, William Chant – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Christine’s maternal great-great-grandparents, Levi Chant and Mary Jane Ford – https://www.familysearch.org

Christine’s maternal great-grandmother, Martha Prince, on the 1861 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Christine’s maternal great-great-grandparents, John Prince and Hannah Meecham – https://www.familysearch.org

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Place of Birth: Bath, Somerset, England, U.K.

Date of Birth: 24 June 1961

Ethnicity: English

Curt Smith is an English musician. He is best known as the vocalist, bassist, and keyboardist for the pop rock band Tears for Fears.

Curt is the son of Norma Helena Kate (Hine) and Anthony Leonard Smith.

Curt is married to Laura Frances Pennington, with whom he has two daughters. He was previously married to Lynda J. “Lynne” Altman, until their divorce.

Curt’s maternal grandfather was William Henry Hine (the son of Joseph Hine, later Henry Joseph Hine, and of Ann Helena Sanger). Joseph was born in Calton, Glasgow, Scotland, and was the son of an English soldier, Edwin Hine, of Wincanton, Somerset, and Jane Porter, who was Australian, from Hobart, Tasmania. Ann was the daughter of James Sanger and Elizabeth Coward.

Curt’s maternal grandmother was Florence Ethel Cook (the daughter of Alfred James Cook and Kate Wallis). Alfred was the son of David Cook and Mary Ann. Kate was the daughter of John Wallis and Emma Elizabeth Brasier, later Brazier.

Curt’s matrilineal ancestry can be traced back to his third great-grandmother, Emma Fryett (c. 1825, Coggeshall, Essex – ?).

Sources: Birth record of Curt Smith – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Curt Smith, to Lynda J. Altman – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Curt’s parents – https://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Curt’s mother – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Curt’s maternal grandparents, William Henry Hine and Florence Ethel Cook – https://www.familysearch.org

Curt’s maternal grandfather, William Henry Hine, on the 1911 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Curt’s maternal great-grandparents, Joseph Hine and Ann Helena Sanger – https://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Curt’s maternal great-grandfather, Joseph Hine – https://www.familysearch.org

Baptismal record of Curt’s maternal great-grandmother, Ann Helena Sanger – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Curt’s maternal great-great-grandparents, James Sanger and Elizabeth Coward – https://www.familysearch.org

Baptismal record of Curt’s maternal grandmother, Florence Ethel Cook – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Curt’s maternal great-grandparents, Alfred James Cook and Kate Wallis – https://www.familysearch.org

Curt’s maternal great-grandfather, Alfred James Cook, on the 1881 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Baptismal record of Curt’s maternal great-grandmother, Kate Wallis – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Curt’s maternal great-great-grandparents, John Wallis and Emma Elizabeth Brazier – https://www.familysearch.org

Neil Finn – Q Awards 2010 – Arrivals – Grosvenor House Hotel in Park Lane – London, UK – Keywords: LMK370-22977-261010 Orientation: Portrait – False – Photo Credit: Landmark / PR Photos

Birth Name: Neil Mullane Finn

Place of Birth: Te Awamutu, Waikato, New Zealand

Date of Birth: 27 May 1958

Ethnicity: English, Irish, Welsh

Neil Finn is a New Zealand musician. With his older brother Tim Finn, he was the co-frontman for the rock band Split Enz, and is now the frontman for the rock bands Crowded House and Fleetwood Mac.

His father, Richard George “Dick” Finn, served in the army in Italy and became an accountant during World War II. His mother, Mary (Mullane), was an Irish emigrant, from Limerick.

Neil is married to musician Sharon Dawn Johnson, with whom he has two sons, the older of whom is musician Liam Finn.

Neil’s patrilineal ancestry can be traced back to his twelfth great-grandfather, George Finn.

Neil’s paternal grandfather was George Owen Rolfe Finn (the son of George Finn and Harriett Owen). Neil’s grandfather George was an English emigrant, from Lydd, Kent. Neil’s great-grandfather George was the son of Samuel Finn and Elizabeth Rolfe. Harriett was Welsh, from Welshpool, Montgomeryshire, and was the daughter of John Owen and Mary Griffiths.

Neil’s paternal grandmother was Grace Madeline Baxter (the daughter of Arthur Henry Baxter and Madeline Robeson). Grace was an English emigrant, from Stoke Newington, Greater London. Neil’s great-grandmother Madeline was the daughter of Thomas Robeson and Harriet Batt.

Neil’s maternal grandparents were Timothy “Tim” Mullane and Nora.

Source: Genealogy of Neil Finn – https://www.geni.com

Birth Name: Brian Timothy Finn

Place of Birth: Te Awamutu, Waikato, New Zealand

Date of Birth: 25 June 1952

Ethnicity: English, Irish, Welsh

Tim Finn is a New Zealand musician. With his younger brother Neil Finn, he was the co-frontman for the rock bands Split Enz and Crowded House.

His father, Richard George “Dick” Finn, served in the army in Italy and became an accountant during World War II. His mother, Mary (Mullane), was an Irish emigrant, from Limerick.

Tim is married to television presenter Marie Azcona, with whom he has two sons.

Tim’s nephew is musician Liam Finn.

Tim’s patrilineal ancestry can be traced back to his twelfth great-grandfather, George Finn.

Tim’s paternal grandfather was George Owen Rolfe Finn (the son of George Finn and Harriett Owen). Tim’s grandfather George was an English emigrant, from Lydd, Kent. Tim’s great-grandfather George was the son of Samuel Finn and Elizabeth Rolfe. Harriett was Welsh, from Welshpool, Montgomeryshire, and was the daughter of John Owen and Mary Griffiths.

Tim’s paternal grandmother was Grace Madeline Baxter (the daughter of Arthur Henry Baxter and Madeline Robeson). Grace was an English emigrant, from Stoke Newington, Greater London. Tim’s great-grandmother Madeline was the daughter of Thomas Robeson and Harriet Batt.

Tim’s maternal grandparents were Timothy “Tim” Mullane and Nora.

Source: Genealogy of Tim Finn – https://www.geni.com

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Birth Name: Liam Mullane Finn

Place of Birth: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Date of Birth: 24 September 1983

Ethnicity: English, Irish, Welsh

Liam Finn is a New Zealand musician.

Liam is the son of musicians Sharon Dawn (Johnson) and Neil Finn.

Liam is maried to Janina Percival.

Liam’s paternal uncle is musician Tim Finn.

Liam’s patrilineal ancestry can be traced back to his thirteenth great-grandfather, George Finn.

Liam’s paternal grandfather was Richard George “Dick” Finn (the son of George Owen Rolfe Finn and Grace Madeline Baxter). George was an English emigrant, from Lydd, Kent, and was the son of George Finn and Harriett Owen, who was Welsh, from Welshpool, Montgomeryshire. Grace was also an English emigrant, from Stoke Newington, Greater London, and was the daughter of Arthur Henry Baxter and Madeline Robeson.

Liam’s paternal grandmother was Mary Mullane (the daughter of Timothy “Tim” Mullane and Nora).

Source: Genealogy of Liam Finn (focusing on his father’s side) – https://www.geni.com

Birth Name: Norman Mattoon Thomas

Date of Birth: November 20, 1884

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

Date of Death: December 19, 1968

Place of Death: Cold Spring Harbor, New York, U.S.

Ethnicity: Welsh, English, distant Dutch

Norman Thomas was an American Presbyterian minister and politician. He was known as a socialist and pacifist.

He was the Socialist Party of America’s nominee for President of the United States in 1928, 1932, 1936, 1940, 1944, and 1948.

Norman was the son of Emma Williams (Mattoon) and The Rev. Weddington/Welling Evans Thomas, a Presbyterian minister. He was married to Frances Violet Stewart, with whom he had five children. Frances was the granddaughter of banker John Aikman Stewart. Their grandson is journalist, author, and historian Evan Thomas.

Norman’s paternal grandfather was The Rev. Thomas Thomas (the son of David Thomas and Margaret Lucas). The Rev. Thomas was born in New Jersey. David was Welsh. Margaret was the daughter of Robert Lucas and Elizabeth Scott, who was born at sea, to English parents.

Norman’s paternal grandmother was Mary Evans (the daughter of William Evans and Catharine Howell).

Norman’s maternal grandfather was The Rev. Stephen Mattoon, D.D. (the son of The Rev. Gershom Mattoon and Anna Sayre). The Rev. Stephen was born in New York. The Rev. Gershom was the son of Gershom Matoon/Mattoon and Ruth Parker. Anna was the daughter of Abner Sayre and Joanna Meeker.

Norman’s maternal grandmother was named Mary Lourie. Mary was born in New York.

Source: Genealogy of Norman Thomas – https://www.geni.com

Danny Cipriani – 2015 ITV Gala – Arrivals – London Palladium, Argyll Street – London, UK – Keywords: Vertical, Red Carpet Arrival, Arts Culture and Entertainment, Attending, Celebrities, Topix, Topics, Bestof, Celebrity, Person, People, England, Britain, United Kingdom, Ref: LMK73-58678-201115 Orientation: Portrait Face Count: 1 – False – Photo Credit: Landmark / PR Photos

Birth Name: Daniel Jerome Cipriani

Place of Birth: Wandsworth, London, England, U.K.

Date of Birth: 2 November, 1987

Ethnicity:
*Afro-Trinidadian, distant Corsican Italian (father)
*English (mother)

Danny Cipriani is a British rugby union player. He is the son of Jay Cipriani and Anne Lester. His father is from Trinidad and Tobago and his mother is English.

Danny has stated:

I’m extremely proud of being mixed race. It’s part of my roots, my heritage. All my family’s black on my dad’s side. They’re all from Trinidad and Tobago. It’s extremely important to me.

He has also stated that few people realize his father is black because of his very light skin colour.

Danny’s surname is of Italian origin, and traces back to Corsican immigrants who moved to the West Indies in the late 1700s

Source: History of Cipriani family in the West Indies – http://caribbeanhistoryarchives.blogspot.it

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Birth Name: Connor Alan Weil

Place of Birth: Portland, Oregon, U.S.

Date of Birth: December 28, 1993

Ethnicity: German, English, possibly other

Connor Weil is an American actor.

Connor is the son of Cynthia Eileen “Cindy” (Boldt) and Charles Alan Weil. Connor’s family is pictured here.

Connor’s paternal grandfather was August Edward “Auggie” Weil, Sr. (the son of August D. Weil and Ruth E. Fowler). Connor’s great-grandfather August was the son of August Weil, who was German, and of Rena/Terna, whose parents were German. Ruth was born in Maryland.

Connor’s paternal grandmother was Julia Alice Taylor (the daughter of William Lucian Taylor and Augustine Riley). Julia was born in Louisiana. William was the son of William L. Taylor and Julia Schubert/Scherlet, whose parents were German. Augustine was the daughter of Charles Riley and May Meyer/Moyer, whose parents were German.

Connor’smaternal grandfather was Gerald Eldon “Jerry” Boldt.

Connor’s maternal grandmother is/was named Kathleen Luella “Kathy” Farrar (the daughter of Ernest Lynne Farrar/Farrer and Beatrice Nelle Hampton). Ernest was the adopted son of Robert Henry Farrer, whose mother was English, and of Luella “Elulu/Lulu” Storm.

Sources: Obituary of Connor’s paternal grandfather, August Edward “Auggie” Weil, Sr. – http://www.gazettetimes.com

Obituary of Connor’s paternal grandmother, Julia Alice (Taylor) Weil – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Connor’s maternal great-grandmother, Beatrice Nelle Hampton – http://www.newspapers.com