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Henry Louis Gates, Jr. - Uncovering America

Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Courtesy of Stephanie Berger
Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Airs Sunday, March 1, 2020 at 6 p.m. on KPBS TV

“Henry Louis Gates, Jr. - Uncovering America” celebrates the life and work of the Emmy Award-winning filmmaker and literary scholar.

A leading figure in American cultural life and one of its most renowned, respected and popular cultural historians and personalities, Henry Louis Gates, Jr. has authored or co-authored 22 books and created 18 documentary films.

His award-winning programs on PBS have helped history come alive to tens of millions of people, often telling surprising and unexpected stories of our collective heritage.

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The film is hosted by Courtney B. Vance, and features appearances by distinguished historians, scholars and guests seen in his work including:

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Credits:

An Inky Dinky Worldwide, Inc. production. Produced and Directed by Bob Marty.