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Jen Kirkman

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Birth Name: Jennifer Ann Kirkman

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

Date of Birth: August 28, 1974

Ethnicity:
*English, Polish, some German (father)
*German, French-Canadian (mother)

Jen Kirkman is an American stand-up comedian, screenwriter, and actress.

Jen is the daughter of Joan C. (Metzner) and Ronald W. “Ron/Ronnie” Kirkman. Jen has stated (at 08:46) that she has English, Polish, French-Canadian, and German ancestry.

Jen’s paternal grandfather was Wilfred/William A. Kirkman (the son of Albert Kirkman and Mabel Florence Dearborn). Albert was born in England, the son of John Kirkman and Elizabeth Diggle. Mabel was born in Massachusetts, the daughter of John S. Dearborn and Martha E. Shaw, whose own father was from Germany.

Jen’s paternal grandmother was Valerie/Violet M. Bruzzo (the daughter of Charles Bruzzo and Helena/Helen Luholska/Suhalska). Valerie was born in Massachusetts, to parents from Poland.

Jen’s maternal grandfather was Fred Metzner (the son of Oscar F. Metzner and Martha L. Lorenz). Oscar was born in Saxony, Germany, the son of Ferdinand Metzner and Bertha Kirsch. Martha was also born in Saxony, Germany, the daughter of Friedrich Lorenz and Augusta Doehn.

Jen’s maternal grandmother was Jeannette/Jeanetta Y. Courtemanche (the daughter of Eugene Courtemanche and Aurore/Ourore Berube). Eugene was the son of French-Canadian parents, Edward Courtemanche and Catherine Bernardin. Aurore was born in Canada, also of French-Canadian descent, and was the daughter of Romain Berube and Solange Dube.

Sources: Jen’s paternal grandfather on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Jen’s paternal grandmother on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Jen’s paternal grandparents, Wilfred/William A. Kirkman and Valerie/Violet M. Bruzzo – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Jen’s paternal grandmother – http://newhampshire.funeral.com

Marriage record of Jen’s paternal great-grandparents, Alfred Kirkman and Mabel F. Dearborn – http://www.familysearch.org

Jen’s maternal grandfather on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Jen’s maternal great-grandparents, Oscar F. Metzner and Martha L. Lorenz – http://www.familysearch.org

Jen’s maternal grandmother on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Jen’s maternal grandmother – http://www.currentobituary.com

Marriage record of Jen’s maternal great-grandparents, Eugene Courtemanche and Aurore/Ourore Berube – http://www.familysearch.org

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Laura James

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Birth Name: Laura Ellen James

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

Date of Birth: November 18, 1990

Ethnicity: English, German, Swedish, Polish

Laura James is an American model. Laura is most known for being the winner of the nineteenth season of America’s Next Top Model.

Laura is the daughter of model Denise Ellen (Coward) and actor John James (born John Frederick Anderson). Laura’s mother is Australian, and was a second runner-up on Miss World 1978. Laura’s father was born in Minnesota. Laura has a brother, Phillip.

Laura’s paternal grandfather was Herbert Oscar “Herb” Anderson, the son of Fred Anderson and Frieda Munson. Frieda was Swedish.

Laura’s paternal grandmother was Theresa Marie “Terry” Kirchoff/Kirkoff (the daughter of John Kirchoff and Anna/Annie Skrentny). John was the son of Cleman Kirchoff, whose own parents were German, and of Mary Anna Naber/Nober, whose own parents were also German. Anna was the daughter of William Skrentny and Anna/Annie Wojeteckie/Woztecki, who were born in Germany and were evidently of Polish descent.

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

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

Obituary of Laura’s paternal grandfather – http://www.nytimes.com

Obituary of Laura’s paternal great-aunt (grandfather’s sister), Ella M. (Anderson) Fuller – http://www.schneiderfuneraldirectors.com

Laura’s paternal grandmother on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Laura’s paternal great-uncle (grandmother’s brother), Gerald Kirchoff – http://www.crematecolorado.com

Photo by s_bukley/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Sophia Lillis

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

Date of Birth: February 13, 2002

Ethnicity: Irish, Polish, Swiss-German

Sophia Lillis is an American actress.

Sophia is the daughter of Juliana Marit (Moday) Mellevold and David Martin Lillis. She was raised by her mother and stepfather, photographer, and filmmaker Christopher Mellevold.

Sophie’s paternal grandfather was Richard Albert Lillis (the son of James T. Lillis and Marie V. Luscher). Marie V. born in France, to Swiss-German parents, Albert Luscher and Verna.

Sophie’s paternal grandmother is Charla Jo Hall.

Sophia’s maternal grandfather is Donald Joseph Moday (the son of Stephen/Steven M. Moday and Louise M. Luke). Stephen’s parents were Polish. Louise was the daughter of Frank J. Luke, who was likely of Polish descent, and of Helen C. Hudzeniski, who was Polish.

Sophia’s maternal grandmother is Margaret K. Travers (the daughter of John William Travers and Dorothy Marie R.). John was the son of John J. Travers and Margaret F., who were born in New York, both of them to Irish parents.

Sources: Sophia’s paternal grandfather, Richard Albert Lillis, on the 1940 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Sophia’s paternal grandfather, Richard Albert Lillis – http://www.legacy.com

Sophia’s paternal great-grandmother, Marie V. Luscher, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org
Marie V. Luscher on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Sophia’s maternal grandparents, Donald Joseph Moday and Margaret K. Travers – https://www.familysearch.org

Sophia’s maternal great-grandparents, Stephen/Steven M. Moday and Louise M., on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Sophia’s maternal great-grandfather, John William Travers, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Sophia’s maternal great-grandfather, John William Travers – http://www.legacy.com

Photo by DFree/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Rob Dyrdek

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Birth Name: Robert Stanley Dyrdek

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

Date of Birth: June 28, 1974

Ethnicity:
*Polish (father)
*English, Irish, German, possibly some Dutch (mother)

Rob Dyrdek is an American entrepreneur, skateboarder, actor, producer, and reality television star.

Rob is the son of Patricia J. “Patty” (Hackenberg) and Eugene Raymond “Gene” Dyrdek. Rob has a sister, Denise.

Rob’s paternal grandparents were Stanley Dyrdek and Louise Kolodziej. Stanley and Louise were Polish.

Rob’s maternal grandfather was Robert Edgar Hackenberg (the son of Clarence Leroy Hackenberg and Nellie E. Franks). Clarence was the son of Arthur Allen Hackenberg and Cora Arvine Burgner. Nellie was the daughter of Lewis Franks and Orphelia McDowell.

Rob’s maternal grandmother was Mildred Cleary (the daughter of John Cleary and Elizabeth Rose Staats). John was the son of Uriah Cleary and Margaret Graham. Elizabeth was the daughter of Alexander Allan Staats and Margaret Summers.

Sources: Obituary of Rob’s aunt (father’s sister), Helen Joan (Dyrdek) Barbina – http://www.timesleaderonline.com

Obituary of Rob’s uncle (mother’s brother), Robert E. “Bob” Hackenberg – http://www.legacy.com

Rob’s maternal grandfather on the 1930 U.S. Census, Robert Edgar Hackenberg – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Rob’s maternal grandmother, Mildred (Cleary) Hackenberg – http://www.legacy.com

Photo by s_bukley/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Devon Sawa

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Birth Name: Devon Edward Sawa

Place of Birth: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Date of Birth: September 7, 1978

Ethnicity: Polish, other

Devon Sawa is a Canadian actor.

Devon is the son of Joyce and Edward Sawa. Devon has stated that his father is of Polish descent.

Devon is married to Dawni Sahanovitch, with whom he has two children.

Photo by DFree/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Joe Lando

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Birth Name: Joseph John Lando

Place of Birth: Prairie View, Illinois, U.S.

Date of Birth: December 9, 1961

Ethnicity:
*Italian (father)
*Polish (mother)

Joe Lando is an American actor.

Joe is the son of Virginia C. (Szymanski) and Antonio/Anthony Joseph (Joseph Antonio/Anthony) “Joe” Lando. He has a sister, Kathy. Joe is married to Kirsten Barlow, with whom he has four children.

Joe’s paternal grandfather was Samuel John “Sam” Lando. Samuel was from Rossana, Italy.

Joe’s paternal grandmother was Yoland/Yolanda Bergamin (the daughter of Eugenio Bergamin and Amelia Bortoloso/Bortolazzo). Yoland was born in Fort William, Ontario, Canada, of Italian descent.

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

Joe’s father on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

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

Birth record of Joe’s paternal grandmother, Yoland/Yolanda Bergamin – http://www.familysearch.org

Photo by kathclick/www.bigstockphoto.com

Adam Sztykiel

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Birth Name: Adam John Sztykiel

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

Date of Birth: January 9, 1978

Ethnicity:
*Polish (father)
*English, possibly other (mother)

Adam Sztykiel is an American screenwriter and film producer.

Adam is the son of Lynn (Stevenson) and Witold Atty “Vito” Sztykiel. Adam’s father was born in England, and had Polish roots.

Adam’s paternal grandparents were Jerzy W. “George” Sztykiel and Krystyna Teresa Mordas (the daughter of Jan Mordas and Rosalia). Jerzy was likely Polish; Krystyna was born in Wilno, Poland (now Vilnius, Lithuania). Jerzy and Krystyna got married in England and moved to the U.S. in 1955.

Adam’s maternal grandfather was J. E. Stevenson, Jr.

Sources: Marriage record of Adam’s paternal grandparents – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Adam’s paternal grandmother – http://www.desmondfuneralhome.com

Photo by s_bukley/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Fred Willard

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Birth Name: Frederick Charles Willard

Place of Birth: Shaker Heights, Ohio, U.S.

Date of Birth: September 18, 1939

Ethnicity: German, Scottish, English, distant French, possibly Polish

Fred Willard is an American actor, comedian, voice actor, and writer.

Fred is the son of Ruth Beatrice (Weinman) and Frederick Charles “Fred” Willard.

Fred’s father was mostly of German, Scottish, English, descent, along with distant French; his surname Willard can be traced back to Jean Peter Vieillard, who was born, c. 1600, in Ardennes, France. Fred’s mother had English, German, and possibly Polish, roots.

Fred is married to Mary, with whom he has a daughter.

Fred’s paternal grandfather was Fredrick W. “Fred” Willard (the son of Edwin Willard and Mary Ann MacDowell). Edwin was the son of Frederick Willard and Margaret Foster.

Fred’s paternal grandmother was Elizabeth “Lizzie” Seitz (the daughter of Charles Seitz and Elizabeth Muller). Elizabeth was born in Ohio, to parents from Baden and Hesse, Germany, respectively.

Fred’s maternal grandfather was William Henry Weinman (the son of Gottlieb Wienmann and Ernestina Babette Kashub/Cashieu). William was born in either Germany or Canada. Gottlieb was born in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, the son of Leonhard Wienmann and Juliane Luz. Ernestina was also born in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, and was possibly of Polish descent.

Fred’s maternal grandmother was Bessie Mills (the daughter of Samuel Mills and Emily Reefer). Bessie was born in England. Samuel was born in Devon, England, the son of Samuel Mills and Mary.

Source: Genealogy of Fred Willard – http://www.geni.com

Photo by kathclick/www.bigstockphoto.com/


Filipe Luís

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Birth Name: Filipe Luís Kasmirski

Place of Birth: Jaraguá do Sul, Brazil

Date of Birth: 9 August, 1985

Ethnicity: Brazilian (Italian, Polish, Austrian, possibly other)

Filipe Luís is a Brazilian professional footballer.

Filipe Luís is the son of Moises Kasmirski and Sueli Stinghen. He holds Italian citizenship through his Italian great-grandmother.

His father has Polish and possibly Italian ancestry. His paternal grandfather is said to have escaped Poland during the Second World War.

His mother is described as having Austrian and Italian ancestry.

Filipe Luís’ maternal grandfather was Ivo Stinghen.

Filipe Luís’ maternal grandmother is named Elzira.

Sources: https://www.fourfourtwo.com

Obituary of Filipe’s maternal grandfather, Ivo Stinghen – http://wp.clicrbs.com.br

Photo by LevanteMedia/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Kyle Balda

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Birth Name: Kyle Joseph Balda

Place of Birth: Tucson, Arizona, U.S.

Date of Birth: March 9, 1971

Ethnicity:
*Polish, English (father)
*Maltese (mother)

Kyle Balda is an American animator and film director.

Kyle is the son of Agnes C. (Gatt) and Donald Joseph Balda. Kyle’s father is American, and had Polish roots. Kyle’s mother was born in Marsa, Malta.

Kyle’s paternal grandfather was Anthony Robert Balda (the son of Frank Balda and Paulina Waszkowiak). Frank was the son of Polish parents, Francisock Balda and Carolinor Burczyk. Paulina was also the daughter of Polish parents, John Waszkowiak and Rosalia Cwick.

Kyle’s paternal grandmother was Catherine L. Payne (the daughter of William F. Payne and Florence Riney). William’s mother was English.

Kyle’s maternal grandfather was Carmel Gatt.

Sources: http://www.independent.com.mt

Kyle’s father on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Kyle’s paternal great-grandparents, Frank Balda and Paulina Waszkowiak – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Kyle’s aunt (mother’s sister), Iris (Gatt) Ferrugia – http://www.stanleyturowskifuneralhome.com

Photo by kathclick/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Glen Mazzara

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Glen Mazzara – The Paley Center for Media Los Angeles 2012 Benefit – Arrivals – The Rooftop of the Lot, 1041 N. Formosa Avenue – West Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Izumi Hasegawa / PR Photos

Birth Name: Glen John Mazzara

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

Place of Birth: July 6, 1967

Ethnicity: Italian, Irish, Polish, English, German

Glen Mazzara is an American television producer and writer.

Glen was the son of Virginia Ann (Smith) and James T. Mazzara. Glen was raised in Queens, New York City, New York. He has said, “I’m a mutt: Italian, Irish, Polish, English, German, Vulcan.”

Glen’s paternal grandparents were Joseph Mazzara and Theresa. Joseph was born in Italy.

Glen’s maternal grandparents were John E. Smith and Stella. John was born in Rhode Island.

Sources: Obituary of Glen’s sister, Brenda Mazzara – http://www.legacy.com

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

Glen’s father on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Glen’s mother on the 1940 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

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

Mark Hapka

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Birth Name: Mark David Hapka

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

Date of Birth: May 29, 1982

Ethnicity:
*Polish (father)

Mark Hapka is an American film and television actor, and producer.

Mark is the son of Debra Kay “Debbie” (M.) Villa and Robert Hapka. Mark was raised in Rome, New York.

Mark’s paternal grandfather was Stanley Hapka (the stepson of Fred Nowicki and Anna). Fred was Polish. Anna was born in New York, to Polish parents.

Mark’s paternal grandmother was Regina Wachowiak (the daughter of Walenty/Valentine Wachowiak and Agnes Wozniak). Regina was born in New York, to parents from Poland.

Sources: http://romesentinel.com

Mark’s paternal grandmother on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Mark’s paternal grandmother – http://files.usgwarchives.net

Photo by kathclick/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Jeremy Saulnier

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Jeremy Saulnier – 39th Annual Deauville American Festival – “Blue Ruin” Photocall – The CID, Palais des Congres – Deauville, France – Photo Credit: Pixplanete / PR Photos

Birth Name: Jeremy E. Saulnier

Place of Birth: Alexandria, Virginia, U.S.

Date of Birth: June 10, 1976

Ethnicity: English, Irish, 1/8 French-Canadian, possibly Polish

Jeremy Saulnier is an American film director, cinematographer, and screenwriter.

Jeremy is the son of writer Karen Saulnier (born Karen Lois Luczak) and actor Ed Saulnier (born Francis Edward Saulnier).

Jeremy’s paternal grandfather was Francis Mederic Saulnier (the son of François/Francis Edward Saulnier/Saulonier and Mary/May Ellen Callahan/Callahans). Jeremy’s great-grandfather François was born in Nova Scotia, Canada, the son of Augustin Saulnier and Galelia Comeau. Mary was born in Massachusetts, to parents from Ireland.

Jeremy’s paternal grandmother was Agnes Mary Vernon (the daughter of Alfred Vernon and Kate Kane). Agnes was born in New York, to a father from England and a mother from Ireland.

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

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

Marriage record of Jeremy’s paternal grandparents, Francis Mederic Saulnier and Agnes Mary Vernon – http://www.familysearch.org

Jeremy’s paternal grandfather, Francis Mederic Saulnier, on the 1910 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Khrystyne Haje

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Birth Name: Khrystyne Kamil Haje

Place of Birth: Santa Clara, California, United States

Date of Birth: December 21, 1968

Ethnicity:
*Lebanese (father)
*Polish (mother)

Khrystyne Haje is an American actress.

Khrystyne is the daughter of Reta/Rita F. (Oranson) and Kamil N. Haje. Khrystyne’s parents are described as having Lebanese and Polish ancestry.

Khrystyne’s paternal grandparents were Nayef Haje and Victoria Majdalani (the daughter of Jubran Majdalani and Marie). Nayef and Victoria had Lebanese roots.

Khrystyne’s maternal grandparents were Charles T. Oranson/Orankiewcz and Eva Diurls. Charles and Eva were born in Poland, and possibly had Czech roots.

Sources: Genealogy of Khrystyne Haje (focusing on her father’s side) – http://www.geni.com

Birth record of Khrystyne Haje – http://www.familysearch.org

Divorce of Khrystyne’s parents – http://www.familysearch.org

Khrystyne’s mother on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Khrystyne’s maternal grandfather – http://www.newspapers.com

Photo by kathclick/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Tiago Iorc

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Birth Name: Tiago Iorczeski

Place of Birth: Brasília, Distrito Federal, Brazil

Date of Birth: November 28, 1985

Ethnicity: Brazilian (Polish, Italian, possibly other)

Tiago Iorc is a Brazilian singer and songwriter.

Tiago was born in Brasília, to parents from Rio Grande do Sul, Marley J. and Edson Jair Iorczeski.

As a child, Tiago was raised in Cambridge, England, and Raleigh, North Carolina, U.S., before settling in Passo Fundo, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, as a teenager. He was educated and sings in Portuguese and English.

In a television interview, Tiago has stated:

Yes, there is a lot of European descendants [in Southern Brazil]. As a matter of fact, my family is mostly European… Italian, Polish.

Source: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=iupEY7TtcY4 (06:29)


Leilani Sarelle

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Leilani Sarelle – “Femme Fatales” Season 2 Cast and Crew Screening – Arrivals – Arclight Hollywood – Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Tina Gill / PR Photos

Birth Name: Leilani Sarelle Figalan

Place of Birth: Valencia, California, U.S.

Date of Birth: September 28, 1966

Ethnicity: English, Polish, Filipino, possibly other

Leilani Sarelle is an American actress. Leilani was previously married to actor Miguel Ferrer, with whom she had two sons.

Leilani is the daughter of Alice Marie (Eubanks) and Victor Roman Figalan. Leilani’s sister is actress Meilani Paul.

Leilani’s paternal grandparents were Roman V. Figalan and Estelle Dobrzyski (likely the daughter of Stanley Dobrzycki and Caroline Sowinski).  Roman was born in the Philippines. Estelle was born in Illinois. Stanley and Caroline were from Poland.

Leilani’s maternal grandfather was Earl Espy Eubanks.

Sources: Birth record of Leilani Sarelle – http://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Leilani’s sister, Meilani Alisa Figalan – http://www.familysearch.org

Leilani’s father on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Divorce record of Leilani’s parents – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Leilani’s paternal grandparents – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Leilani’s maternal grandfather – http://archives.savannahnow.com

Obituary of Leilani’s maternal stepgrandmother – http://www.legacy.com

 

Carlos Bernard

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Birth Name: Carlos Bernard Papierski

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

Date of Birth: October 12, 1962

Ethnicity:
*Polish (father)
*Spanish (mother)

Carlos Bernard is an American actor and director.

Carlos is the son of Mercedes (Orueta) and Bernard Kenneth Papierski. Carlos’ father was American, and had Polish ancestry. Carlos’ mother was born in Madrid, Spain.

Carlos’ paternal grandparents were Michael Papierski and Sophie Majewski. Michael and Sophie were from Poland.

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

Obituary of Carlos’ father – http://www.donnellanfuneral.com

Photo by s_bukley/www.bigstockphoto.com/

James Urbaniak

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James Urbaniak – “The Office” Series Finale Wrap Party – Arrivals – Unici Casa – Culver City, CA, USA – Keywords: Orientation: Portrait Face Count: 1 – False – Photo Credit: Izumi Hasegawa / PR Photos

Birth Name: James Christian Urbaniak

Place of Birth: Bayonne, New Jersey, United States

Date of Birth: September 17, 1963

Ethnicity: Polish

James Urbaniak is an American actor and voice actor.

Source: https://twitter.com/jamesurbaniak/status/243051816487628800

 

Gaia Weiss

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Gaia Weiss – Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2011/2012 – Stephane Rolland Show – Cite de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine – Paris, France – Photo Credit: Pixplanete / PR Photos

Place of Birth: Paris, France

Date of Birth: August 30, 1991

Ethnicity: French, Polish, possibly German

Gaia Weiss is a French model and actress.

Gaia is the daughter of Catherine and Alain Weiss. Gaia’s father is French and Gaya’s mother has Polish roots. She has a brother, Auriel. Gaia’s family is pictured here.

Gaia speaks fluent Polish. Gaia’s surname is commonly German.

Source: http://brillerensociete.blog.lemonde.fr

 

Charles, Prince of Wales

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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, English (mostly), small amounts of German, Hungarian, French, Anglo-Irish, distant Irish, Danish, Swedish, Swiss, Belgian, Dutch, Bohemian/Czech, Scottish, Lithuanian, Russian, Polish

Charles, Prince of Wales, is the heir apparent to the British throne.

He is the son of Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom, and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Prince Charles is married to Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall. With his former wife, the late Diana, Princess of Wales, he is the father of Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Prince Harry of Wales.

Prince Charles’ paternal grandfather was Prince Andrew of Greece and Denmark (the son of George I of Greece, and of Olga Constantinovna of Russia). Prince Andrew was born in Old Royal Palace, Athens, Kingdom of Greece. George I was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, the son of Christian IX, King of Denmark, and of Princess Louise of Hesse-Kassel. Olga was born in Pavlovsk, Russian Empire, the daughter of Grand Duke Konstantin/Constantine Nikolayevich/Nikolaevich/Nicholaievitch of Russia, and of Princess Alexandra of Saxe-Altenburg.

Prince Charles’ paternal grandmother was Princess Alice of Battenberg (the daughter of Prince Louis of Battenberg, and of Princess Victoria of Hesse and by Rhine). Princess Alice was born in Windsor Castle, Windsor, Berkshire, England. Prince Louis was born in Graz, Austrian Empire, the son of Prince Alexander of Hesse and by Rhine, and of Countess Julia/Julie Therese Salome Hauke. Princess Victoria was born in Windsor Castle, the daughter of Louis IV, Grand Duke of Hesse and by Rhine, and of Princess Alice of the United Kingdom.

Prince Charles’ maternal grandfather was George VI, who was King of the United Kingdom from 1936 to 1952 (the son of George V, and of Mary of Teck). George VI was born in York Cottage, Sandringham House, Norfolk, United Kingdom. George V was born in Marlborough House, London, and was King from 1910 to 1936. He was the son of Edward VII, King from 1901 to 1910, and of Princess Alexandra of Denmark. Mary of Teck was born in Kensington Palace, London, the daughter of Francis, Duke of Teck, and of Princess Mary Adelaide of Cambridge.

Prince 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 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, Prince of Wales – https://web.archive.org
https://www.geni.com
https://www.wikitree.com

Genealogy of Charles, Prince of Wales (through his son, Prince William) – https://famouskin.com

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