It turns out Sharon Stone isn’t the only remarkable figure in her family tree.
In a preview of her appearance on the January 28 episode of *Finding Your Roots,* the 66-year-old actress is left speechless as host Henry Louis Gates Jr. reveals a surprising discovery about her paternal lineage.
Stone learns that her ancestry includes two French kings and culminates with one of history’s most legendary figures: Charlemagne, the first Holy Roman Emperor from the 8th century.
When shown a portrait of her distant ancestor, Stone reacts with disbelief, exclaiming, “No!” as she grabs her glasses for a closer look.
Gates confirms, “Charlemagne is your 38th great-grandfather. He was a major historical figure who shaped modern Europe with his iron will.” Still in awe, Stone repeats, “Charlemagne was my grandfather,” struggling to process the revelation.
The episode also features Chrissy Teigen uncovering surprising details about her own lineage, while previous episodes revealed fascinating family histories of other celebrities.
For instance, Amanda Seyfried learned about a tragic murder in her ancestry, and Joy Behar discovered her grandparents once lived across the street from each other in a small Italian village.
Upcoming episodes will delve into the heritage of stars like Debra Messing, Laurence Fishburne, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Kristen Bell, Dax Shepard, and more, showcasing the fascinating and sometimes unexpected stories hidden in their roots.
