Emily Wickersham – CBS, CW and Showtime 2015 Summer TCA Party – Arrivals – Pacific Design Center – West Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Izumi Hasegawa / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Emily Kaiser Wickersham

Place of Birth: Kansas, U.S.

Date of Birth: April 26, 1984

Ethnicity:
*English, Swedish, possibly other (father)
*Ashkenazi Jewish (mother)

Emily Wickersham is an American actress. Emily is married to musician Blake Hanley.

Emily is the daughter of Amy (Kaiser) and John Atwood Wickersham. Emily’s mother is of Russian Jewish and Austrian Jewish descent. Emily was raised in Mamaroneck, New York.

Emily has stated (1:23):

“Wickersham is English, I’m Austrian and Swedish. Born in Kansas”.

Emily’s maternal grandfather was Jordon/Jordan Harry Kaiser (the son of Harry Kaiser and Mary Christenholz). Harry was from Russia. Mary was born in Illinois, to parents from Russia, Joseph Christenholz and Anna.

Emily’s maternal grandmother was Doris/Dora Scharfstein (the daughter of Abraham “Abe” Scharfstein and Sylvia). Abraham and Sylvia were from Austria.

Sources: Birth record of Emily’s maternal grandfather – http://www.familysearch.org

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

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

Obituary of Emily’s maternal grandfather – http://legacy.suntimes.com

Obituary of Emily’s maternal great-aunt (grandmother’s sister), Shirley Ruth (Scharfstein) Stein – http://articles.chicagotribune.com

Morgan Spector – “A View From the Bridge” Broadway Show Opening Night After Party – Arrivals – Espace, 635 West 42nd Street – New York City, NY, USA -Photo Credit: Sylvain Gaboury / PR Photos

Birth Name: Morgan Michael Douglas Spector

Place of Birth: Santa Rosa, Sonoma, California, U.S.

Date of Birth: October 4, 1980

Ethnicity:
*Ashkenazi Jewish (father)
*Irish, possibly other (mother)

Morgan Spector is an American actor. Morgan is married to actress Rebecca Hall.

Morgan is the son of Jane (McDonough) and Stephen S. Spector. Morgan has a brother, Michael. They were raised in Guerneville, California.

Morgan has stated:

[My full name is] Morgan Michael Douglas Spector. Michael was my paternal great grandfather’s name, and the Douglas is for William O. Douglas, the great progressive Supreme Court justice. […] My grandma was an actress in the Yiddish Theatre here in New York. I would love to go back and see her do Shakespeare in Yiddish.

Michael’s paternal grandfather was Herbert Spector (the son of Michael Spector and Esther Goldberg). Michael was born in New York, to parents from Russia, Jacob Spector and Beckie. Esther was also born in New York, to parents from Russia, Herman Goldberg and Sarah Marnanoff.

Michael’s paternal grandmother was Sylvia Schachner (the daughter of Morris Schachner and Rose). Morris was from Boboitz, Bukovina, Austria/Poland. Rose was from Romania.

Sources: Birth record of Morgan Spector – http://www.familysearch.org

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

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

Marriage record of Morgan’s paternal great-grandparents, Michael Spector and Esther Goldberg – http://www.familysearch.org

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

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

Obituary of Morgan’s paternal grandmother – http://jewishjournal.com

Sandra Adair – 65th Annual ACE Eddie Awards – Arrivals – The Beverly Hilton Hotel – Beverly Hills, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Kazuki Hirata / HollywoodNewsWire.net / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Sandra B. Estrin

Place of Birth: Carlsbad, New Mexico, U.S.

Date of Birth: c. 1952

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Sandra Adair is an American film editor.

Sandra is the daughter of Rachel (London) and Herman Estrin.

Sandra’s paternal grandfather was Jacob/Yonkel Estrin (the son of Iche Labe Estrin and Zlotta Nurenberg). Jacob was born in California, to parents from Gomel, Belarus. Zlotta was the daughter of Mendel Nurenberg and Rachel.

Sandra’s paternal grandmother was Anna/Annie Bailen.

Sandra’s maternal grandfather was Samuel London (the son of Nochum Theodore London and Rochel Leah Kraus). Samuel was born in Warsaw, Poland (under Russian Empire). Nochum was the son of Solomon London and Rebecca Leah. Rochel was the daughter of Joseph Kraus and Chaje Kantowitz.

Sandra’s maternal grandmother was Jennie Kanarvogel (the daughter of Tzvi Hersh Karnavogel and Lotte Levy). Jennie was born in Austria. Tzvi was the son of Moshe Karnavogel and Lotte Glassman. Sandra’s great-grandmother Lotte was born in Lithuania.

Source: Genealogy of Sandra Adair – http://www.geni.com

Mageina Tovah – HBO’s “Hung” Los Angeles Premiere Season 2 – Arrivals – Paramount Pictures Studio – Los Angeles, CA. USA – Photo Credit: Albert L. Ortega / PR Photos

Birth Name: Mageina Tovah Begtrup

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

Date of Birth: July 26, 1979

Ethnicity:
*Norwegian (paternal grandfather)
*English, German (paternal grandmother)
*Ashkenazi Jewish (mother)

Mageina Tovah is an American actress.

Mageina is the daughter of Barbara Helen (Goldblatt) and Robert Begtrup. Mageina’s father has Norwegian, English, and German roots. Mageina’s mother has Hungarian Jewish and Austrian Jewish ancestry.

Mageina’s paternal grandfather was Olaf Neumann Thune “Oley” Begtrup (the son of Oscar Nielsen Begtrup and Sophie Johanna Thune). Oscar born in Trondheim, Norway, the son of Olaf Nielsen/Jensen and Magdalene Susanna Begtrup. Sophie was born in Wisconsin, the daughter of Norwegian parents, Lars Knudson Thune and Kari Endresdatter Boyum.

Mageina’s paternal grandmother was Julia Margaret “Peggy” Rinker (the daughter of George Ernest Rinker and Effie B. Sidles). George was the son of Robert Franklin Rinker, I and Julia Ann Brinkley. Effie was the daughter of John Alexander Sidles and Elvira Bradley.

Mageina’s maternal grandfather was Marvin Daryl Goldblatt (the son of William Goldblatt and Helen Klein). William was the son of Samuel Goldblatt and Pearl Schwartz, who were from Austria. Helen was the daughter of Yechiel Klein and Mulvina.

Mageina’s maternal grandmother was Elaine Rita Klein (the daughter of Armin Klein and Elsie Kovacz). Armin was born in Hungary, the son of Martin Klein and Betty. Elsie was also born in Hungary, the daughter of Adolf Kovacz and Rose Lustig.

Sources: Genealogy of Mageina Tovah – http://www.geni.com

Obituary of Mageina’s paternal grandfather – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Mageina’s paternal grandmother – http://www.familysearch.org

Simon Kinberg – “X-Men: Apocalypse” Global Fan Screening – Arrivals – BFI IMAX Cinema, 1 Charlie Chaplin Walk – London, UK – Photo Credit: Landmark / PR Photos

Birth Name: Simon David Kinberg

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

Date of Birth: 2 August, 1973

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Simon Kinberg is a British-born American screenwriter, producer, and director.

Simon is the son of Monica E. (Menell) and Judson Eugene “Jud” Kinberg. Simon’s parents are Jewish. His father was born in New York. His mother was likely born in South Africa. Simon was raised in Los Angeles, California, U.S., from the age of six. Simon has two children with his wife, Mali Heled.

Simon’s paternal grandfather was Benjamin A. Kinberg (the son of Harris Kinberg and Leah Tuchsher). Benjamin was born in New York, to parents from Austria.

Simon’s paternal grandmother was Lillian Pearlman/Perlman (the daughter of William Perlman and Celia Baron). Lillian was born in New York, to parents from Russia.

Sources: Birth record of Simon Kinberg – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage announcement of Simon Kinberg – http://www.familysearch.org

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

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

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

Marriage record of Simon’s paternal grandparents, Benjamin A. Kinberg and Lillian Pearlman/Perlman – http://www.familysearch.org

Greg Rucka – “Whiteout” Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals – Mann’s Village Theater – Westwood, CA. USA – Keywords: Greg Rucka – False – – Photo Credit: Albert L. Ortega / PR Photos

Birth Name: Gregory A. Rucka

Place of Birth: San Francisco, California, United States

Date of Birth: November 29, 1969

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Greg Rucka is an American comic book writer and novelist.

Greg is the son of Corrina J. “Corry” (Schnitzer/Schnitze) and Noel/Noel Michael Rucka. Greg’s parents were Jewish.

Greg’s paternal grandparents were Arthur “Art” Rucka and Nettie L. Arthur was born in Czechoslovakia.

Greg’s maternal grandfather was Bernard/Bernad Schnitzer (the son of Benjamin “Benny” Schnitzer and Jeanetta “Jenny” Rosenthal). Benjamin was from Hungary. Jeanetta was from Austria.

Greg’s maternal grandmother was Mary Breitbart (the daughter of Hersch/Harry Breitbart and Bessie). Mary was born in Austria. Hersch was born in either Austria or Kozova, Ternopil Oblast, Ukraine, the son of Bernard Shimon Dov Breitbart.

Sources: Genealogy of Greg Rucka (focusing on his mother’s side) – http://www.geni.com

Birth record of Greg Rucka – http://www.familysearch.org

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

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

Death record of Greg’s paternal grandfather – http://www.familysearch.org

Greg’s maternal grandfather on the 1920 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

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

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Birth Name: Amy Elise Davidson

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

Date of Birth: September 15, 1979

Ethnicity:
*Ashkenazi Jewish (father)

Amy Davidson is an American actress.

She is the daughter of Catherine and Joel Dennis Davidson. Amy’s father is Jewish. It is not clear if her mother is also Jewish.

Amy is married to actor Kacy Lockwood, with whom she has a son.

Amy’s paternal grandparents were Sidney Davidson and Clara Vogel (the daughter of Samuel Vogel and Anna R.). Sidney was born in New York. Samuel was born in Poland. Anna was born in Austria.

Sources: Obituary of Amy’s paternal grandfather, Sidney Davidson – http://www.legacy.com

Amy’s paternal grandmother, Clara Vogel, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org
Clara Vogel on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Amy’s paternal grandmother, Clara (Vogel) Davidson – http://www.legacy.com

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Birth Name: Brandon Joseph Barash

Place of Birth: Saint Louis, Missouri, U.S.

Date of Birth: October 4, 1979

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Brandon Barash is an American actor. Brandon was previously married to actress Kirsten Storms, with whom he has a child.

Brandon is the son of Susan (Gale) Hughes and Jerry L. Barash. Brandon’s parents are Jewish. Brandon has a brother, Jordan, and a half-sister, Alison.

Brandon’s paternal grandfather was Harold Barash (the son of Louis/Lewis Barash and Rebecca/Rebecka “Becky” Hershman). Louis was born in Russia, the son of Joseph B. Barash and Ida Levine. Rebecca was also born in Russia, the daughter of Louis Hershman and Slavia Baraban.

Brandon’s paternal grandmother is Rose “Rosie” Jacobs (the daughter of Louis Jacobs and Helen Patowsky). Louis was born in Poland, the son of Pesach Leib Jakubowski and Chawa Giwer Berlinski. Helen was also born in Poland.

Brandon’s maternal grandfather was Wilbert M. Gale/Galitsky (the son of Moses Israel Galitzky and Dora Azorsky). Moses was born in Russia, the son of Welvel Galitzky and Tzisy. Dora was also born in Russia, the daughter of Velva Cohen Azorsky and Anna Zirul.

Brandon’s maternal grandmother was Shirley Liebman (the daughter of Samuel Liebman and Josephine Wedeles). Samuel was the son of Sigmund Liebman, who was from Hesse, Germany, and of Rosie Kahn, who was from Austria. Josephine was the daughter of Morris Wedeles and Sophie Spitz, who were from Rokycany, Bohemia (now Czech Republic).

Sources: Genealogy of Brandon Barash – http://www.geni.com

Marriage announcement of Brandon’s half-sister, Alison Barash – http://www.clevelandjewishnews.com

Marriage record of Brandon’s paternal grandparents – http://www.ancestry.ca

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

Obituary of Brandon’s paternal stepgrandfather, Sidney Carr – http://www.kcjc.com

Birth record of Brandon’s maternal great-grandmother, Josephine Wedeles – http://www.familysearch.org

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Jim Dauterive, Loren Bouchard – 34th Annual PaleyFest LA – “Bob’s Burgers” TV Series – Arrivals – The Dolby Theatre – Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Loren Hal Bouchard

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

Date of Birth: October 10, 1969

Ethnicity:
*French-Canadian (father)
*Ashkenazi Jewish (mother)

Loren Bouchard is an American voice actor, animator, composer, writer, producer, and television director.

Loren is the son of Lois Arlene (Kalb) and David Paul Bouchard. Loren was raised in Medford, Massachusetts. Loren’s father has French-Canadian roots. Loren’s mother was of Austrian Jewish, Romanian Jewish, and Russian Jewish descent.

Loren has stated:

I was not really religious. My mother was Jewish and my father was Catholic, so they canceled each other out. […] My Dad was raised Catholic, and for a little while he was in a Catholic school where the nuns were really scary.

Loren’s paternal grandfather was likely Alfred E. Bouchard (the son of Joseph Bouchard and Caroline Carron/Caron). Joseph was the son of Avard Bouchard and Arthemise. Caroline was the daughter of Charles Carron and Adelphine.

Loren’s paternal grandmother was likely Emilie/Emelia Durocher (the daughter of Adelard Durocher and Mary Chamberlin). Emilie was born in Canada.

Loren’s maternal grandparents were Henry Kalb (the son of Benjamin Kalb and Sadie) and Rose. Henry was born in New York, to a father from Austria and a mother from Romania. Rose was from Russia.

Sources: http://www.imposemagazine.com

Marriage annoucement of Loren Bouchard – http://www.nytimes.com

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

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

Marriage record of Loren’s paternal great-grandparents, Joseph Bouchard and Caroline Carron/Caron – http://www.familysearch.org

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

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

Date of Birth: September 6, 1972

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Jacob Aaron Estes is an American screenwriter and film director.

Jacob is the son of Marsha (Erde) and Milton Norman Estes. Jacob’s parents are Jewish.

Jacob’s maternal grandfather was Frank Erde (the son of Sam Erde and Rose Fink). Sam and Rose were from Austria.

Jacob’s maternal grandmother was Hortense Sworzyn/Smorzyn (the daughter of Herman Kravitz and Sadie Rothstein). Herman was born in Poland, the son of Nathan Kravitz and Rose. Sadie was born in Maryland, the daughter of Joseph Rothstein and Sarah.

Sources: Birth record of Jacob Aaron Estes – http://www.familysearch.org

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

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

Obituary of Jacob’s maternal grandfather – http://www.legacy.com

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

Obituary of Jacob’s maternal grandmother – http://www.legacy.com

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Birth Name: Kevin Blair Spirtas

Place of Birth: Saint Louis, Missouri, U.S.

Date of Birth: July 29, 1962

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Kevin Spirtas is an American actor.

Kevin is the son of Sandra Joy/Toy (Arky) and Arnold Raymond Spirtas. Kevin’s parents are Jewish.

Kevin’s paternal grandfather was Joseph Spirtas (the son of Abraham “Abe” Spirtas and Rose/Rosa). Joseph was born in Missouri, to parents from Russia.

Kevin’s paternal grandmother was Gussie Rubin (the daughter of Morris Rubin and Rose). Gussie was born in Missouri, to a father from Austria and a mother from either Russia or Poland.

Kevin’s maternal grandfather was Morris Arky (the son of Leopold Arky and Rose). Morris was born in Czechoslovakia.

Kevin’s maternal grandmother was Josephine Schwartz (the daughter of Julius Schwartz and Julia). Josephine was born in Illinois, to parents from Hungary.

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

Obituary of Kevin’s aunt (brother’s sister), Carole Renee (Spirtas) Plessner – http://www.stljewishlight.com

Kevin’s paternal grandmother, Gussie Rubin, on the 1920 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

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

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Vivian Kubrick – 18th Annual Satellite Awards – Arrivals – InterContinental Hotel – Los Angeles, CA, USA – hoto Credit: Kazuki Hirata / HollywoodNewsWire.net / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Vivian Vanessa Kubrick

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: August 5, 1960

Ethnicity:
*Ashkenazi Jewish (father)
*German, Irish, Portuguese, possibly Romani and other (mother)

Vivian Kubrick is an American-born English filmmaker and composer.

Vivian is the daughter of German actress/dancer Christiane Kubrick (born Christiane Susanne Harlan) and American director/screenwriter Stanley Kubrick.

Vivian’s father was Jewish. Vivian’s mother was born in Braunschweig, Lower Saxony, Germany.

Vivian’s paternal grandfather was Jacob “Jacques/Jack” Leonard Kubrick (the son of Elias Kubrick and Rosa “Rose” Spiegelblatt). Elias is said to have been born in Ukraine, Austria, Poland, or Romania, the son of Hersh Kubrick. Rosa was born in Austria or Romania.

Vivian’s paternal grandmother was Sadie Gertrude Perveler (the daughter of Samuel Perveler and Celia Siegel). Samuel was born in Austria, the son of Israel Perveler and Brane. Celia was born in Russia, the daughter of Joseph Siegel and Gittel.

Vivian’s maternal grandfather was Fritz Moritz Harlan (the son of Walter Harlan and Adele Boothby). Walter was born in Dresden, Saxony, Germany, the son of Otto Harlan, who had some French Huguenot origins, and of Bertha Elisa Bienert. Adele was said to be the daughter of Rebecca Boothby, who was Irish, and likely of a Romani father.

Vivian’s maternal grandmother was Ingeborg de Freitas. “De Freitas” is a Portuguese surname.

Sources: Genealogy of Vivian Kubrick – http://www.geni.com

Birth record of Vivian Kubrick – http://www.familysearch.org

Information about Vivian’s maternal great-grandparents, Walter Harlan and Adele Boothby – http://www.books.google.com

Birth Name: Logan Alexander Paul

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

Date of Birth: April 1, 1995

Ethnicity: English, Welsh, Irish, Scottish, German, at least 1/16 Ashkenazi Jewish

Logan Paul is an American Youtube personality and actor.

Logan is the son of Pamela Ann/Anne (Meredith) Stepnick and Gregory Allan Paul. Logan’s brother, Jake Paul, is also a Youtube personality and actor. Logan’s mother has English, Welsh, Scottish, Irish, and German ancestry, along with some German Jewish, Hungarian Jewish, and Austrian Jewish roots, as she has stated (at 3:25).

Logan’s maternal grandfather was Wilbur R. “Spike” Meredith, III (the son of Wilbur R. “Rob” Meredith, II and Lillian Max Buxbaum). Logan’s great-grandfather Wilbur was the son of Wilbur R. Meredith and Mary Davies. Logan’s great-grandmother Lillian was the daughter of Isidore “Harry” Buxbaum, whose parents were from Germany and Hungary, and of Lillian McLean/Maclean, whose father was English and whose mother had German parents.

Sources: Obituary of Logan’s maternal grandfather – http://www.findagrave.com

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Will Gluck – “Friends with Benefits” New York City Premiere – Arrivals – Ziegfeld Theatre – New York City, NY, USA – Photo Credit: Janet Mayer / PR Photos 

Birth Name: William Francis Gluck

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

Date of Birth: July 21, 1971

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Will Gluck is an American film director, film producer, screenwriter, songwriter, and composer. Will is married to Trista Gladden.

Will is the son of academic/professor Carol Gluck (born Carol Ann Newman) and architect Peter Lawrence Gluck. Will’s parents are Jewish.

Will’s paternal grandparents were William Howard Gluck and Ruth F. Simon (the daughter of Walter Simon and Anna).

Will’s maternal grandfather was David E. Newman (the son of Edward Newman and Fanny/Fannie Meyer). Edward was born in Pennsylvania, to a father from Austria and a mother from England. Fanny was from Germany.

Will’s maternal grandmother was Doris Stern.

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

Will’s paternal grandmother on the 1920 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Will’s paternal grandmother – http://www.legacy.com

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

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

Death record of Will’s maternal grandfather – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Will’s maternal grandmother – http://www.legacy.com

Michael Kors – 2014 God’s Love We Deliver, Golden Heart Awards – Arrivals – Spring Studios – New York City, NY, USA – Photo Credit: Janet Mayer / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Karl Anderson, Jr.

Place of Birth: New York, U.S.

Date of Birth: August 9, 1959

Ethnicity:
*Swedish (paternal grandfather)
*Ukrainian (paternal grandmother)
*Ashkenazi Jewish (mother)

Michael Kors is an American fashion designer.

Michael is the son of Joan (Hamburger) and Karl Anderson, Sr. Michael was raised in Merrick, New York, by his mother and stepfather, Bill Kors, and later changed his surname to Kors. Michael is married to Lance Le Pere.

Michael has described himself as Swedish and Jewish. Michael’s father was of half Swedish and half Ukrainian descent. Michael’s mother was of Austrian Jewish ancestry.

Michael’s paternal grandfather was Karl/Charles “Charlie” Anderson. Karl was Swedish.

Michael’s paternal grandmother was Mary Zockoff (the daughter of Michael V. Zockoff/Zackoff and Paraska Marie). Mary was born in New York, to parents who were born in Ukraine, and were likely ethnic Ukrainians.

Michael’s maternal grandfather was Austin Howard Hamburger (the son of Edward A. Hamburger and Julia Friedman). Edward was born in Austria. Julia was born in New York, to parents from Austria.

Michael’s maternal grandmother was Beatrice Bernice Tuchfeld (the daughter of Max Tuchfeld and Ina/Lena Kalter). Max and Ina were born in Austria.

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

Genealogy of Michael Kors (focusing on his father’s side) – http://www.geni.com

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

Michael’s paternal great-grandparents, Michael V. Zockoff/Zackoff and Paraska Marie, on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

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

Marriage record of Michael’s maternal grandparents, Austin Howard Hamburger and Beatrice Bernice Tuchfeld – http://www.familysearch.org

Birth Name: Jordan Charles Vogt-Roberts

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

Date of Birth: September 22, 1984

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Jordan Vogt-Roberts is an American film and television director, and screenwriter.

Jordan is the son of Marla Anne (Vogt) and Chadwick Jay Roberts. Jordan was raised in Royal Oak, Michigan. His father is Jewish. It is not clear if his mother is Jewish as well.

Jordan has stated:

I’m just so bad at enjoying my present, just because I’m a neurotic Jew, so I overthink everything! You have to take those moments, to step back and pinch yourself and say ‘Oh my God, this is incredible right now!’

Jordan’s paternal grandmother was Elaine Sylvia Fox (the daughter of Charlie Fox and Gertrude). Charlie was born in Wisconsin, to parents from Russia. Gertrude was born in Georgia, to a father from Austria and a mother from Germany.

Jordan’s maternal grandparents are Harold W. Vogt, Jr. and Jeanne.

Sources: Jordan’s paternal grandmother, Elaine Sylvia Fox, on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Jordan’s paternal grandmother, Elaine Sylvia (Fox) Roberts – http://deathnotices.michigan.com

Obituary of Jordan’s aunt (mother’s sister), Cynthia (Vogt) Lachowski – http://www.mideathnotices.com

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Sam Simon – 4th Annual All In For CP Charity Poker Tournament – Arrivals – Venetian Hotel and Casino – Las Vegas, NV, USA – – Photo Credit: PRN / PR Photos

Birth Name: Samuel Michael Simon

Date of Birth: June 6, 1955

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Death: March 8, 2015

Place of Death: Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, California, U.S.

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Sam Simon was an American director, producer, and writer. Sam was known for co-developing television series The Simpsons.

Sam was previously married to actress Jennifer Tilly.

Sam was the son of Joan M. (Feld) and Arthur Sheldon Simon. Sam’s parents were Jewish.

Sam’s paternal grandfather was Samuel H. Simon (the son of Charles Simon and Leah Bloom). Samuel was born in Canada. Charles was born in Germany, the son of Harris Simon and Sarah. Leah was born in Poland, the daughter of Moses Bloom and Iowa.

Sam’s paternal grandmother was Gertrude Riman (the daughter of Mendel Riman and Bessie Fox). Gertrude was born in Canada, to parents who were born in Galicia, Austria.

Sam’s maternal grandfather was Morris J. Feld/Epelfeld (the son of Aaron Feld/Epelfeld and Chava “Eva” Grabelsky). Morris was born in Russia. Chava was the daughter of David Grabelsky and Esther Chunis.

Sam’s maternal grandmother was Ethel Goldberg (the daughter of Abraham Goldberg and Fannie). Abraham and Fannie were from Poland.

Sources: Genealogy of Sam Simon – http://www.geni.com

Birth record of Sam Simon – http://www.familysearch.org

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

Birth Name: Joshua Dylan Meyers

Place of Birth: Bedford, New Hampshire, U.S.

Date of Birth: January 8, 1976

Ethnicity:
*31.25% Swedish
*25% Ashkenazi Jewish
*12.5% Bohemian/Czech
*12.5% Croatian
*12.5% English
*6.25% German

Josh Meyers is an American actor and comedian.

Josh is the son of Hilary Claire (Olson) and Laurence Meyers, Jr. His brother is actor, comedian, and television personality Seth Meyers.

Josh’s paternal grandfather was Jewish. The remainder of Josh’s ancestry is Bohemian (Czech) and Croatian, from Josh’s paternal grandmother, who was Catholic, and Swedish, English, and German, from Josh’s mother.

Josh’s brother Seth has stated:

Growing up, my father-whose father was Jewish-embraced borscht and gefilte fish. My brother and I thought it was disgusting. That is not gateway food if you want your kids to embrace Judaism…

Josh’s paternal grandfather was Lawrence Lashe Meyers (the son of Mendel/Morris Meyers and Rose/Rosa Cohen). Mendel and Rose were Jewish emigrants from Austria. Mendel was the son of Guttle Meyers. Rose was the daughter of Simon Cohen and Fruma.

Josh’s paternal grandmother was Barbara Marcheck (the daughter of Stanislaus “Stanley” Marcheck and Anna Maganaw). Stanislaus was of Bohemian (Czech) ancestry, and was the son of Joannis Maracek and Anna Detka. Josh’s great-grandmother Anna Maganaw was Croatian.

Josh’s maternal grandfather was Lawrence Edward Olson (the son of Elmer C. Olson and Anna). Elmer and Anna were of Swedish descent.

Josh’s maternal grandmother was Adelaide Jeanette Whetham (the daughter of Frederick Good Whetham and Anna Marie Gung Leslie). Frederick was English, the son of Stephen Whetham and Adelaide Jane Good. Anna had a German father and a Swedish mother.

Sources: Genealogy of Josh Meyers (focusing on his father’s side) – https://www.geni.com

Marriage record of Josh’s paternal grandparents, Lawrence Lashe Meyers and Barbara Marcheck – https://familysearch.org

Obituary of Josh’s paternal grandfather, Lawrence Lashe Meyers – http://pjn.library.cmu.edu

Josh’s paternal grandmother, Barbara Marcheck, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://familysearch.org

Obituary of Josh’s maternal grandmother, Adelaide Jeanette (Whetham) Osborne – http://www.boston.com

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Birth Name: Jordan Christopher Belfi

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: November 30, 1978

Ethnicity:
*Italian (father)
*Ashkenazi Jewish (mother)

Jordan Belfi is an American actor.

Jordan is the son of Nancy P. (Lapeter) and Elios Joseph “Joe” Belfi. Jordan has a brother, Evan. Jordan’s father likely had Italian ancestry. Jordan’s mother is Jewish, of Austrian Jewish and Russian Jewish descent.

Jordan’s maternal grandfather was Jerry Lapeter/La Peters (the son of Lasarus/Lazarus/Lazarous Lapeter/La Peters and Gussie). Lasarus was born in New York, to parents from Russia. Gussie was born in New York, to parents from Austria.

Jordan’s maternal grandmother is Adele Goldberg (the daughter of Nathan Goldberg and Beatrice Lascher). Nathan was born in Russia, the son of Jacob Goldberg and Mary Shults. Beatrice was the daughter of parents from Russia, Morris Lascher and Rae Rosen.

Sources: Birth record of Jordan Belfi – http://www.familysearch.org

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

Jordan’s maternal grandfather, Jerry Lapeter/La Peters, on the 1940 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Jordan’s maternal grandfather, Jerry Lapeter/La Peters – http://www.nytimes.com

Jordan’s maternal grandmother, Adele Goldberg, on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Death record of Jordan’s maternal grandmother, Adele (Goldberg) Lapeter – http://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Jordan’s maternal great-grandparents, Nathan Goldberg and Beatrice Lascher – http://www.familysearch.org

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Birth Name: Samuel Leigh Houser

Place of Birth: St. Marylebone, London, England, U.K.

Date of Birth: 24 May, 1971

Ethnicity: English, 1/4 Ashkenazi Jewish

Sam Houser is a British video game producer and developer. He is the co-founder and president of Rockstar Games.

He is the son of actress Geraldine Moffatt and solicitor Walter Maurice Houser.

Sam’s younger brother is developer Dan Houser.

Sam’s paternal grandfather was Isaac Houser (the son of Harris Houser and Clara Houser). Isaac was an Austrian Jewish immigrant.

Sam’s paternal grandmother was Marjorie Ashworth (the daughter of William Robert Ashworth and Bertha Barrett). William was the son of an unknown father and Sarah Ashworth. Bertha was the daughter of Bethuel Barrett and Sarah Chew.

Sam’s maternal grandfather was Eric Gerald Moffatt (the son of Adolphus Marvel Moffatt and Annie Moore). Adolphus was the son of James Muffitt (later Moffatt) and Clara Ann Howell. Annie was the daughter of John Moore and Nancy “Ann” Slee.

Sam’s maternal grandmother was Doris Emmie Wells (the daughter of Arthur Wells and Louise Gaylard). Arthur was the son of Joseph Wells and Isabella Best. Louise was the daughter of William Gaylard and Ann Fisher.

Source: Sam’s birth record – https://www.familysearch.org

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

Birth record of Sam’s father – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Sam’s paternal grandparents, Isaac Houser and Marjorgie Ashworth – https://www.familysearch.org

Sam’s paternal grandfather, Isaac Houser, on the 1901 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Sam’s paternal grandmother, Marjorie Ashworth, on the 1911 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Sam’s paternal great-grandparents, William Robert Ashworth and Bertha Barrett – https://www.familysearch.org

Baptismal record of Sam’s paternal great-grandfather, William Robert Ashworth – https://www.familysearch.org

Sam’s paternal great-grandmother, Bertha Barrett, on the 1871 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Sam’s paternal great-great-grandparents, Bethuel Barrett and Sarah Chew – https://www.familysearch.org

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

Marriage record of Sam’s maternal grandparents, Eric Gerald Moffatt and Doris Emmie Wells – https://www.familysearch.org

Sam’s maternal grandfather, Eric Gerald Moffatt, on the 1911 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Sam’s maternal great-grandparents, Adolphus Marvel Moffatt and Annie Moore – https://www.familysearch.org

Baptismal record of Sam’s maternal great-grandfather, Adolphus Marvel Moffatt – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Sam’s maternal great-great-grandparents, James (Muffitt) Moffatt and Clara Ann Howell – https://www.familysearch.org

Sam’s maternal great-great-grandfather, James (Muffitt) Moffatt, on the 1851 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Sam’s maternal great-great-grandmother, Clara Ann Howell, on the 1851 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Sam’s maternal great-grandmother, Annie Moore, on the 1881 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Sam’s maternal great-great-grandparents, John Moore and Nancy “Ann” (Slee) Colling – https://www.familysearch.org

Sam’s maternal great-great-grandfather, John Moore, on the 1841 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Baptismal record of Sam’s maternal great-great-grandmother, Nancy “Ann” Slee – https://www.familysearch.org

Sam’s maternal grandmother, Doris Emmie Wells, on the 1911 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Sam’s maternal great-grandparents, Arthur Wells and Louise Gaylard – https://www.familysearch.org

Sam’s maternal great-grandfather, Arthur Wells, on the 1881 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Sam’s maternal great-great-grandparents, Joseph Wells and Isabella Best – https://www.familysearch.org

Sam’s maternal great-great-grandfather, Joseph Wells, on the 1841 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Sam’s maternal great-great-grandmother, Isabella Best, on the 1841 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Sam’s maternal great-grandmother, Louise Gaylard, on the 1881 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Sam’s maternal great-great-grandparents, William Gaylard and Ann Fisher – https://www.familysearch.org

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

Genealogy of Sam’s maternal great-great-grandfather, William Gaylard – https://www.myheritage.com