How did Billy Porter's great grandfather free his family? | Who Do You Think You Are? (U.S.)

Armed with newfound knowledge about his family, and the feeling of empowerment that comes with that knowledge, Billy sets off to learn the story of his paternal family, the Porters, about whom he knows nothing.
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[@ejyounggun08]

I'm not even related to these amazing people yet I felt a little healing. Powerful ancestry.

[@imaginelovepeaceandhappine3281]

I am all watery eyed and smiles. What a story to be told. I’m glad it’s his story.

[@brandireichert6941]

I had followed you before 2013 And your voice and presence was so powerful I would sit and cry privately when you would perform and I enjoyed you in kinky boots and I can’t count how many times I have seen you. I watch everything you say and do. Know that I am chronically ill following you Anyway I Can. This old Lady Loves You. ♥️♥️♥️

[@VettsClass]

Amazing story 👏🏿✨

[@jetblackhair92]

Amazing

[@joycemonroe663]

Thank you thank you thank you for Billie. Peace and love 🥰🌹

[@queenhornekelly5089]

No Matter what, Recognition eventually comes to great successful hardworking people, it will never be hidden, God always reveal, in his own timing, Continue To be proud of your ancestors

[@bonnymcdermott1240]

I can't find where you cite this amazing lady's name! What the hell! She's incredible with how she relays information. She should definitely be notated somewhere! Shame on you for not making it obvious to us. 😔

[@cheshirewa1tz]

Dr. Lauranett L. Lee, her name is shown twice on screen, the first at 0.09

[@bonnymcdermott1240]

@@cheshirewa1tz Thank you! I didn't see it.

[@joyjenkinsholliday]

❤

[@lesal.1373]

💜💜💜💜

[@robhogenesch2233]

He seems familiar so does his voice but I have no idea from what.

[@josephinemiller4780]

Those headstones were not made out of marble. Great story nonetheless.