06/11/2018 – James Paxton – 2018 Dances with Films Festival – “An American in Texas” – Arrivals – TCL Chinese Theater, 6925 Hollywood Boulevard – Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Photography by E / PRPhotos.com

Place of Birth: Ventura, California, United States

Date of Birth: February 23, 1994

Ethnicity:
*father – English, Scots-Irish/Northern Irish, Scottish, Austrian, German, French, Swiss-French, Dutch, distant Welsh, remote Norwegian
*mother – English

James Paxton is an American actor.

He is the son of Louise Newbury and actor and director Bill Paxton. His mother is British.

James’ paternal grandfather was John Lane Paxton, an actor (the son of Frank Paxton and Marjorie Ruggles Lane). John was born in Missouri. Frank was the son of John Gallatin Paxton and Mary Wyatt/Neill/Neil Gentry. Marjorie was the daughter of John Lewis Lane and Myrtle May Ruggles. James’ great-great-great-grandfather was Elisha Paxton, a lawyer and soldier, who had served as a brigadier general in the Confederate States Army at the American Civil War, and died in combat while leading the Stonewall Brigade during the Battle of Chancellorsville.

James’ paternal grandmother was Mary Lou Gray (the daughter of Wayne Charter Gray and Leonie Marie Turk). Mary Lou was born in Illinois. Wayne was the son of Levi S. Gray and Olive M. Charter. Leonie was the daughter of Frank/Francis Joseph Turk, whose father was Austrian and whose mother was German; and of Leonie Delphine Euziere, whose father was French and whose mother was Swiss-French.

Sources: Genealogy of James Paxton (focusing on his father’s side) – https://www.geni.com
http://worldconnect.rootsweb.ancestry.com

Genealogies of James’s father – http://famouskin.com
https://www.wikitree.com

Genealogy of James’ paternal great-great-grandfather, Levi S. Gray (focusing on his own mother’s side) – http://worldconnect.rootsweb.ancestry.com

James’ paternal great-grandmother, Leonie Marie Turk, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://familysearch.org

Birth Name: Aaron John Boone

Place of Birth: La Mesa, San Diego, California, United States

Date of Birth: March 9, 1973

Ethnicity: English, Scottish, German, Swiss-German

Aaron Boone is an American professional baseball player. He played as an infielder. He is a broadcaster, and the manager of the New York Yankees.

Aaron is the son of Susan (Roel) and baseball player Robert Raymone “Bob” Boone. He is married to Playboy Playmate Laura Cover, with whom he has four children.

Aaron’s paternal grandfather was Raymond Otis Boone (the son of Donald Ernest Boone and Beulah L. Garrison). Raymond was born in California, and was also a Major League Baseball (MLB) player.

Boone’s paternal grandmother was Patricia Dorothy Brown (the daughter of George C. Brown and Dorothy K. Yale). Patricia was born in California.

Source: Obituaries of Aaron’s paternal grandparents, Raymond Otis Boone and Patricia Dorothy (Brown) Boone – https://www.findagrave.com

Birth Name: Marshall Clement Sanford, Jr.

Place of Birth: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, U.S.

Date of Birth: May 28, 1960

Ethnicity: English, distant German

Mark Sanford is an American politician. A Republican, he was a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from South Carolina, from January 3, 1995 to January 3, 2001, and again from May 15, 2013 to January 3, 2019, and Governor of South Carolina, from January 15, 2003 to January 12, 2011.

Mark is the son of Peggy (Pitts) and Marshall Clement Sanford, a cardiothoracic surgeon. He has four children with his former wife, heiress and investment banker Jenny Sanford. Jenny’s great-grandfather co-founded Skil Power Tools. Jenny’s uncle by marriage was the brother of Ethel (Skakel), the wife of politician Robert F. Kennedy.

Mark’s paternal grandfather was Rufus Brown Sanford (the son of Calvin Cowles Sanford and Mary Denny Brown). Rufus was born in North Carolina. Calvin was the son of Amos Baker Sanford and Mary Cornelia Lunn. Mary was the daughter of Thomas Brown and Margaret Brinegar.

Mark’s paternal grandmother was Adelaide Gaither (the daughter of Ephraim Lash Gaither and Florence Adelaide Clement). Mark’s grandmother Adelaide was born in North Carolina. Ephraim was the son of Ephraim Gaither and Sarah Hall Johnston. Florence was the daughter of John Marshall Clement and Mary Jane Haden.

Sources: Genealogies of Mark Sanford (focusing on his father’s side) – http://www.wargs.com
https://www.geni.com

Birth Name: Christian Jackson McCaffrey

Place of Birth: Castle Rock, Colorado, U.S.

Date of Birth: June 7, 1996

Ethnicity: English, Scottish, Irish, German

Christian McCaffrey is an American football player. He is a running back and return specialist for the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League (NFL).

Christian’s is the son of Elizabeth (Sime) and Ed McCaffrey (Edward Thomas McCaffrey), an NFL player. His uncle, Billy McCaffrey, was a professional basketball player. His brothers, Max McCaffrey, Dylan McCaffrey, and Luke McCaffrey, are also football players.

Christian’s paternal grandparents were named Edward McCaffrey, Sr. and Elizabeth.

Christian’s maternal grandfather was named Dave Sime (David William Sime, the son of Charles J. Sime and Evelyn Kehms). Dave was born in New Jersey, and was a sprinter, multi-sport athlete at Duke University, and pioneering ophthalmologist.

Christian’s maternal grandmother was Ilena Quillian (the daughter of Claude Bernard Quillian, Jr. and Elizabeth Christian).

Birth Name: Tyler Craig Steelman

Place of Birth: Antioch, Contra Costa, California, United States

Date of Birth: August 10, 1990

Ethnicity: Croatian (maternal grandmother), English, German, small amount of Dutch

Tyler Steelman is an American actor.

Tyler’s paternal grandfather was Charles Henry Steelman (the son of Henry Steelman and Mabel D. Beckwith). Tyler’s great-grandfather Henry was the son of Franklin Circia Steelman and Lara J. Colvert.

Tyler’s paternal grandmother was named Sheila Marie.

Tyler’s maternal grandfather was Walter Orville Manteufel (the son of Walter Oscar Manteufel and Charlotte/Charlotta Catherine Hollingshead). Tyler’s grandfather Walter was born in Minnesota. Tyler’s great-grandfather Walter was the son of Henry Manteuffel, who was of German descent, and of Hedwig A. “Hetty” Henke, who was German. Charlotta was the daughter of James J. Hollingshead, who was Canadian, and of Altia Van Alen, who had Dutch and English ancestry.

Tyler’s maternal grandmother was Helen Mary Babich (the daughter of Michael B. Babich and Mary Kassa/Klenovic). Helen was born in Wisconsin, to (likely) Croatian parents.

Sources: Obituary of Tyler’s paternal grandfather, Charles Henry Steelman – https://www.findagrave.com

Genealogy of Tyler’s maternal grandfather, Walter Orville Manteufel – https://www.findagrave.com

Tyler’s maternal great-grandfather, Walter Oscar Manteufel, on the 1900 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org
Walter Oscar Manteufel on the 1910 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Tyler’s maternal grandmother, Helen Mary Babich, on the 1940 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Death record of Tyler’s maternal grandmother, Helen Mary (Babich) Manteufel – https://www.familysearch.org

official U.S. Congress photo of Joe Walsh c. 2011, Bioguide.congress.gov

Birth Name: William Joseph Walsh

Place of Birth: North Barrington, Illinois, U.S.

Date of Birth: December 27, 1961

Ethnicity: Irish, as well as English, Scottish, and German

Joe Walsh is an American politician, businessperson, and talk radio host. A Republican, he was a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois, from January 3, 2011 to January 3, 2013.

He is a candidate for the Republican Party’s nomination for President of the United States in 2020.

Joe is the son of Susan (Stanley) and Charles Melville Walsh. He was raised in a Catholic household.

Joe is married to Helene Miller Walsh, a politician, who was a Member of the Illinois House of Representatives, from 2018 to 2019. Helene is Jewish. Joe has three children with his former wife Laura.

Joe’s paternal grandfather was named Fred J. Walsh. Fred was born in Indiana.

Joe’s paternal grandmother was named Catherine M. Gray/Grey. Catherine was born in Illinois, to an Irish mother.

Joe’s maternal grandfather was Arthur Emmons Stanley (the son of Claude Maxwell Stanley and Laura Esther Stephenson). Arthur was born in Iowa. Claude was the son of Levi E. Murat “L.E.M.”/Lee Stanley and Rebecca Ann Maxwell. Laura was the daughter of Bryant Oscar Stephenson and Amanda Jane Emmons.

Joe’s maternal grandmother was Mary Louise Voss (the daughter of Otto Rudolph Voss and Kathleen E. Scanlan). Mary Louise was born in Iowa. Otto was born in Iowa, to a German father. Kathleen was born in Iowa, to an Irish father.

Sources: Joe’s paternal grandparents, Fred J. Walsh and Catherine M. Gray/Grey, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Joe’s maternal grandfather, Arthur Emmons Stanley, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Joe’s maternal grandmother, Mary Louise Voss, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

12/01/2016 – Dylan Schmid – Hulu’s “Shut Eye” TV Series Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals – ArcLight Hollywood, 6360 Sunset Boulevard – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Guillermo Proano / PR Photos

Birth Name: Dylan Ray Schmid

Place of Birth: British Columbia, Canada

Date of Birth: March 6, 1999

Ethnicity: German, English, Irish, French-Canadian, Swiss-German

Dylan Schmid is a Canadian actor, model, and dancer.

He is the son of Sherri and Todd Schmid, a mathematician.

Dylan’s paternal grandfather was named John Schmid.

Dylan’s paternal grandmother was Lorraine M. Coumont (the daughter of John William Coumont and Elsie Margaret Dorothy Branconnier). John was born in Saskatchewan, to American parents, William Coumont, whose parents were German, and Elizabeth Alice Spane, whose parents were Swiss-German.

Dylan’s maternal grandfather was named George Wilson. George was born in England.

Dylan’s maternal grandmother was Cecilia Quinn (the daughter of John Quinn and Bridget Welsh). Cecilia was born in Liverpool, England, of Irish origin.

Source: Obituary of Dylan’s maternal grandmother, Cecilia (Quinn) Wilson – https://www.legacy.com

01/18/2018 – Paul Butcher – “Maze Runner: The Death Cure” Los Angeles Screening – Arrivals – AMC Century City 15, 10250 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 2000 – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Izumi Hasegawa / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Paul Matthew Hawke Butcher

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, U.S.

Date of Birth: February 14, 1994

Ethnicity:
*Hungarian, German, possibly other (father)
*Italian, Slovak (mother)

Paul Butcher is an American actor and singer.

Paul’s father is football linebacker Paul Butcher, who is mostly of Hungarian and German descent. Paul’s mother is of Italian and Slovak descent.

Paul’s paternal grandfather is Paul James Butcher (the son of Alexander Butcher and Ethel Losoncy). Paul was born in Michigan. Alexander was born in Hungary. Ethel was born in Hungary, the daughter of Michael “Mike” Losoncy and Anna.

Paul’s paternal grandmother is Janet Anne Reinke (likely the daughter of Leroy Reinke and Barbara). Janet was born in Michigan. Leroy was born in Michigan, the son of Albert Anthony Reinke, whose parents were German, and of Clara Streiff, whose father was from Alsace-Lorraine, France, and whose mother was born in Ohio. Barbara was born in Illinois.

Paul’s maternal grandfather is William Joseph Ricottone (the son of Biaggio/Bioggio “William” Ricottone and Santina LoPresti). William was born in Colorado. Bioggio was born in Marianopoli, province of Caltanissetta, Sicily, Italy, the son of Paolo Ricottone and Giuseppa Porcella. Santina was born in Tunis, Tunisia, the daughter of Antonio LoPresti, who was from Lercara Friddi, Palermo, Sicily, and of Rosalia Patti, who was born in Tunisia.

Paul’s maternal grandmother is Marlene A. Dosen (the daughter of Matt/Mike Dosen Sankovich and Anna/Ann Antonine Bisulco). Marlene was born in Colorado. Matt was born in Brusene, Yugoslavia, the son of Martin Dosen and Milka “Mildred” Rotkovich, who were listed as Slovak speakers on the 1930 U.S. Census. Ann was born in Colorado, to parents from Italy, Peter “Pete” Bisulco and Catherine/Katherine Licorsi/Licursi/Licuriso.

Source: Obituary of Paul’s maternal grandfather, William Joseph Ricottone – http://krtnradio.com

Obituary of Paul’s maternal grandmother, Marlene A. (Dosen) Ricottone – http://chieftain.com

Obituary of Paul’s maternal great-grandfather, Matt/Mike Dosen Sankovich – http://kmitch.com

Marriage record of Paul’s maternal grandparents, Matt/Mike Dosen Sankovich and Anna/Ann Antonine Bisulco – http://www.familysearch.org

11/04/2014 – Roy Conli – “Big Hero 6” Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals – El Capitan Theatre, 6838 Hollywood Boulevard – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Kazuki Hirata / HollywoodNewsWire.net / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Roy Salvatore Conli

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, U.S.

Date of Birth: July 8, 1954

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

Roy Conli is an American film producer and voice actor.

Roy is related to actor, director, and model Nathan Kress. Roy’s mother and Nathan’s paternal grandfather are siblings.

Roy’s paternal grandparents are Salvatore Coniglione and Jennie Canizzaro. Salvatore and Jennie were born in Italy.

Roy’s maternal grandfather is Karl Jacob “Charles” Kress (the son of Jacob Kress and Caroline Ogner/Ochner/Ockner). Karl was born in New York. Jacob was born in Germany, the son of John Kress and Amelia Geugurgel. Caroline was the daughter of Jacob Ochner and a mother surnamed Schneibel.

Roy’s maternal grandmother is Maria Louisa Vetter (the daughter of Heinrich Vetter and Henrietta Neuhoff). Maria was born in Germany.

Source: http://cineblog.it

Birth Name: Patrick Lavon Mahomes II

Place of Birth: Tyler, Smith, Texas, U.S.

Date of Birth: September 17, 1995

Ethnicity:
*African-American (father)
*English, German (mother)

Patrick Mahomes is an American professional football player. He is the main quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League (NFL).

Patrick is the son of Randi and Pat Mahomes, a Major League Baseball pitcher.

Patrick’s paternal grandfather is Johnny Wayne Mahomes (the son of William Pierce Mahomes and Lucy Augusta Adams). William was the son of Wilbert/Wilburn M. Mahomes and Ida Hall.

Patrick’s paternal grandmother is Betty Lucendyne Norman (the daughter of Richard Norman and Betty Nell Thompson).

Patrick’s maternal grandfather is Larry Randy Martin (the son of Carroll Houston Martin and Gladys Winona Sharp). Caroll was the son of Mert Whitman Martin and Lettie Zarilla Martin. Gladys was the daughter of Charlie Moris Sharp and Ada Inez Waggoner.

Patrick’s maternal grandmother is Deborah Pearl Bates (the daughter of Raymond Allen Bates and Jennie Florence Jackson). Raymond was the son of Owen McAfee Bates and Nannie Florence Moore.

Grossman in 2019, photo by kathclick/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Birth Name: Mark Glenn Grossman

Place of Birth: Columbia, Maryland, U.S.

Date of Birth: February 3, 1987

Ethnicity:
*father – German, Swiss-German, some English and Irish
*mother – Polish

Mark Grossman is an American actor.

He was raised in Arizona.

Mark’s paternal grandfather was Richard Levi Grossman (the son of Ferree Chester Grossman and Mary R. Paxson). Richard was born in Pennsylvania. Ferree was born in Pennsylvania, the son of Levi Landis Grossman and Susanna Bitzen. Mary was born in Pennsylvania, the daughter of Joseph Clayton Paxson and Mary Ann Kling.

Mark’s paternal grandmother was Doris Jeanette Genn (the daughter of Joseph Evert Genn and Ida Lillian Diem). Doris was born in Pennsylvania. Joseph was born in Delaware, the son of Nathan Genn and Anna Elizabeth Luff. Ida was born in Pennsylvania, the daughter of Ivan Harner Diem and Lula Lurania Trout.

Mark’s maternal grandfather was Bruno J. Witkowski (the son of Michael Witkowski and Bronislawa Małolepsza). Bruno was born in Illinois, to Polish parents. Michael was the son of Michael Witkowski, who was from Poznań. Bronislawa was the daughter of John Małolepszy, who was from Warsaw.

Mark’s maternal grandmother was Dorothy Pearl Dobrasz (the daughter of Vincent Dobrasz and Rosalia Wozniak). Dorothy was born in Michigan, to Polish parents. Vincent was born in Szydłowo, the son of Lawrence Dobrasz and Frances Krawiecka. Rosalia was the daughter of Steve Wozniak and Mary.

Sources: Obituary of Mark’s paternal grandfather, Richard Levi Grossman – http://lancasteronline.com

Obituary of Mark’s maternal grandmother, Dorothy Pearl (Dobrasz) Witkowski – http://legacy.com

08/07/2018 – Josh Swickard – 2018 Disney|ABC Television Group TCA Summer Press Tour – Arrivals – The Beverly Hilton Hotel, 9876 Wilshire Boulevard – Beverly Hills, CA, USA – Photo Credit: / PRPhotos.com

Place of Birth: Illinois, U.S.

Date of Birth: July 4, 1992

Ethnicity: German, English, Irish, Scottish, Scots-Irish/Northern Irish, 1/64th Swiss-French, possibly other

Josh Swickard is an American model and actor.

Josh’s father is mostly of German, English, Irish, Scottish, and Scots-Irish, as well as some Swiss-French, descent. His Swiss-French ancestor, Emile Humbert-Droz, was born, c. 1830, in Lignières, Neuchâtel, Switzerland.

Josh’s paternal grandfather is David Allen Swickard (the son of John W. Swickard and Ruth Harper). David was born in Illinois. John was born in Illinois, the son of William McHenry Swickard and Iola May Hardinger. Ruth was born in Illinois, the daughter of Samuel Elihu Harper and Lenna E. Hill.

Josh’s paternal grandmother is Alice Jayne Morris (the daughter of Robert N. Morris and Dorothy E. Berkshire). Alice was born in Illinois. Robert was born in Illinois, the son of Robert Morris and Isa Cannon Henderson. Dorothy was born in Illinois, the daughter of Homer Dana Berkshire and Mabel Maude Keplinger.

Josh’s maternal grandparents are named Arthur Brown and Susan.

Source: Obituary of Josh’s paternal great-grandmother, Dorothy E. (Berkshire) Morris – http://www.genlookups.com

06/19/2011 – Nathan Parsons – 38th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards – Arrivals – Las Vegas Hilton Hotel – Las Vegas, NV, USA – Keywords: Orientation: Portrait Face Count: 1 – False – Photo Credit: PRN / PR Photos

Birth Name: Nathan Dean Parsons

Place of Birth: Adelaide, Australia

Date of Birth: June 16, 1988

Ethnicity: German, English, Czech, French-Canadian, Swedish, Danish, Scottish

Nathan Parsons is an American actor. He was born in Adelaide, Australia, to American parents.

Nathan’s paternal grandfather was Edwin Harry Parsons/Parson (the son of Oscar Edward Parsons/Parson and Anna Augusta Weber). Oscar was born in South Dakota, the son of Nels Parson, who was Swedish, and of Freda Trulson, who was born in Denmark, to a Swedish father and a Danish mother. Anna was born in North Dakota, to German parents, Fred Weber and Mary Elizabeth Jensen.

Nathan’s paternal grandmother is Elisabeth Cecelia Kuhns (the daughter of Jacob Kuhns and Marie Leykaus). Elisabeth was born in Germany.

Nathan’s maternal grandfather is Robert John Wilcox (the son of Claude Wilcox and Christena Korson). Robert was born in Michigan. Claude was born in England. Christena was born in Michigan, the daughter of Wencel/Wencil Martin Korson and Mary Catherine Sedlacek, who were of Czech descent.

Nathan’s maternal grandmother is Sharon Faye Bussey (the daughter of Germaine Bussey and Erma Dechow). Germaine was the son of Joseph A. Bussey, who was born in Canada, and was French-Canadian; and of Margaret Schaub, who was born in Michigan, of French-Canadian and German descent. Erma was the daughter of Frederick A. Dechow/Dago, who was of German and Czech descent, and of Maybelle Lackie, who was of Scottish and English descent.

02/17/2012 – Adam Housley – 43rd Annual NAACP Image Awards – Arrivals – Shrine Auditorium – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Keywords: Orientation: Portrait Face Count: 1 – False – Photo Credit: Koi Sojer / PR Photos

Birth Name: Arthur Adam Housley

Place of Birth: Solano, California, United States

Date of Birth: August 13, 1971

Ethnicity: English, German, other

Adam Housley is an American journalist, professional baseball player, and winery owner.

Adam is the son of Judy Wagner and Arthur Housley. He is married to actress and singer Tamera Mowry, with whom he has two children.

Source: https://www.winespectator.com

03/31/2019 – Sofia Wylie – 2019 WonderCon – Marvel Animation’s World Premiere of “Marvel Rising: Heart of Iron” TV Movie Press Room – Anaheim Convention Center, 800 West Katella Avenue – Anaheim, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Sushi / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Sofia Christine Wylie

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

Date of Birth: January 7, 2004

Ethnicity:
*African-American, Korean (father)
*German (mother)

Sofia Wylie is an American actress and dancer.

Sofia’s paternal grandparents likely are named Bruce Wiley and Kum Cha. Bruce is African-American. Kum is Korean.

Sofia’s maternal grandfather is named Arthur “Bud” Wiedoff (the son of Arthur Conrad Wiedoff and Lois). Sofia’s great-grandfather Arthur was the son of Arthur Conrad Wiedoff and Maria Vincente Felske. Lois likely was the daughter of Helmuth Carl Seeger and Alma Marie Fulwiler.

Sofia’s maternal grandmother was Ann Elizabeth Mader (the daughter of Kurt Edward Mader and Lora Cox). Kurt was born in Bärn/Moravský Beroun, to parents of German descent, Carl/Karl Mader and Mary. Lora was the daughter of Edgar J. Cox and Bertha Hough.

Amandes in 2013, Photo by DFree/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Birth Name: Thomas Peter Amandes

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

Date of Birth: March 9, 1959

Ethnicity:
*Greek (father)
*German, Irish (mother)

Tom Amandes is an American actor and director.

His father was the son of Greek parents, from Turkey. His mother was of half German and half Irish descent.

Tom’s paternal grandfather was named Constantine George/Gust/Gus Amandes/Armandes/Amanadites. Gust was born in Ordu, Trapizond, Turkey, and was of Greek descent.

Tom’s paternal grandmother was named Deborah Derebey. Deborah was born in Broussa, Turkey, and spoke Greek. Her surname is possibly of Turkish origin.

Tom’s maternal grandfather was William Walter Kottke (the son of Charles C. Kottke and Bertha Zimmerman). William was born in Illinois. Charles was German. Bertha was born in Illinois, to German parents.

Tom’s maternal grandmother was Esther Shaughnessy (the daughter of Edward J. Shaughnessy and Bridget Poland). Esther was born in Illinois. Edward and Bridget were born in Illinois, both of them to Irish parents.

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

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

Obituary of Tom’s father – http://files.usgwarchives.net

Marriage record of Tom’s paternal grandparents, Constantine George/Gust/Gus Amandes/Armandes/Amanadites and Deborah Derebey – https://www.familysearch.org

Tom’s maternal grandfather, William Walter Kottke, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Tom’s maternal grandmother, Esther Shaughnessy, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Welker in 2016, photo by kathclick/Bigstock.com

Birth Name: Franklin Wendell Welker

Place of Birth: Denver, Colorado, U.S.

Date of Birth: March 12, 1946

Ethnicity: German, possibly other

Frank Welker is an American actor and voice actor.

He is the son of Lillian and Merrill Welker.

Frank’s father was born in Swallwell, Alberta, Canada, to American parents.

Frank’s paternal grandfather was John Gilbert Welker (the son of Jacob Welker and Elizabeth Culp). Elizabeth was the daughter of John R. Culp and Catherine Reip.

Frank’s paternal grandmother was named Ethel Fredrickson (the daughter of George Fredrickson and Rebecca A.). George was born in Indiana, to German parents.

Source: Obituary of Frank’s father – https://www.legacy.com

Birth Name: Giovanni Morassutti

Place of Birth: Padua, Italy

Date of Birth: March 15th, 1980

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

Giovanni Morassutti is the grandson of architect Giovanni Morassutti and Maria de Besi. His paternal great grandfather was the Italian entrepreneur Federico Morassutti, a prominent member of the Morassutti family and his great grandmother was Emilia Buzzaccarini from the ancient aristocratic family of Veneto. His maternal grandfaher , Eric Piwko was a German doctor who had Polish ancestry. Giovanni´s paternal great uncle was notable architect Bruno Morassutti married to the niece of famous Italian writer Dino Buzzati.

Sources:

Genealogy of Giovanni Morassutti (focusing on his father’s side) – https://en.geneastar.org/

Notes on Giovanni Morassutti’s maternal ancestry –
https://gw.geneanet.org/

Photo by kathclick/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, U.S.

Date of Birth: April 15, 2009

Ethnicity: English, German, possibly other

Julia Butters is an American actress.

Julia’s maternal grandfather was named Jon Miriam Hill (the son of parents surnamed Hill and Stevenson).

Julia’s maternal grandmother was named Trudy A. Leyrer.

Place of Birth: Berlin, Germany

Date of Birth: November 21, 1995

Ethnicity:
*father – German
*mother – Sephardi Jewish, Ashkenazi Jewish

Aaron Altaras is a German actor.

He is the son of Adriana Altaras and Wolfgang Böhmer. His mother was born in Zagreb, Croatia, to a Jewish family. His father was German (Christian).

Aaron’s maternal grandfather was Jakob/Jakov Altaras (the son of Leon Altaras and Regina). Jakob was born in Split, Croatia, and was Sephardi Jewish.

Aaron’s maternal grandmother was Thea Fuhrmann (the daughter of Žiga and Alma Fuhrmann). Thea was born in Zagred, Croatia, and was Ashkenazi Jewish.