Steve Burton – “Evening with the Stars” Celebrity Gala to Benefit Children with Cancer – Arrivals – Farmers Market at The Grove – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Keywords: Orientation: Portrait Face Count: 1 – False – Photo Credit: Tommaso Boddi / PR Photos

Birth Name: John Stephen Burton

Place of Birth: Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.

Date of Birth: June 28, 1970

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

Steve Burton is an American actor.

Steve is the son of Tory and Jack Burton. He was raised in Ohio and California.

Steve’s paternal grandparents were Jack Burton and Catherine.

Steve’s maternal grandfather was Paul M. Hausman (the son of Louis Hausman and Sarah/Sara Mintz). Paul was born in Ohio. Louis was born in Poland. Sarah was born in Russia, the daughter of Pincus Mintz and Minnie Lichtenberg.

Steve’s maternal grandmother was Sylvia May Levine (the daughter of Louis Levine and Rebecca Brodsky). Sylvia was born in Ohio, to parents from Russia.

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

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

Obituary of Steve’s stepfather, the Rev. James M. Riihimaki – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Steve’s maternal grandfather, Paul M. Hausman – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Steve’s maternal grandmother, Sylvia May (Levine) Hausman – http://www.familysearch.org

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Birth Name: Gregory Michael Cipes

Place of Birth: Coral Springs, Florida, U.S.

Date of Birth: January 4, 1980

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

Greg Cipes is an American actor, voice actor, singer, musician, and surfer.

Greg is the son of Robin and Geoffrey Cipes. His father is Jewish. His mother is mostly of English and German descent.

Greg’s maternal grandfather was Bret Cipes (the son of Jacob Cipes and Bertha Ratner). Bret was born in New York. Jacob was born in Russia. Bertha was born in Russia, the daughter of Hyman Ratner and Lillie Vorankove.

Greg’s maternal grandmother was Selma Diane Singer (the daughter of Eva). Selma was born in New York. Eva was born in Poland.

Greg’s maternal grandfather was Ernest Bobby Schweppe (the son of Ernest/Earnest A. Schweppe and Dorothea G.). Greg’s grandfather Ernest was born in New Jersey. Greg’s great-grandfather was born in New York, the son of Emil H. Schweppe, who was German, and of Annie Starck, whose mother was German. Dorothea was born in New York.

Greg’s maternal grandmother was Barbara Ann Stiles (the daughter of Daniel Stiles and Dorothy Rae/Rey). Dorothy was born in New Jersey, the daughter of Charles L. Rey and Beatrice Carey, whose mother was English.

Sources: Obituary of Greg’s paternal grandmother, Selma Diane Cipes – http://www.bpfamilycare.com

Obituary of Greg’s maternal grandmother, Barbara Ann “Bobbie” (Stiles) Schweppe – http://www.legacy.com

Ben Ketai – “StartUp” TV Series Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals – The London Hotel, 1020 N San Vicente Boulevard – West Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Guillermo Proano / PR Photos

Birth Name: Benjamin David Ketai

Place of Birth: Grand Rapids, Michigan, U.S.

Date of Birth: July 25, 1982

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Ben Ketai is an American film director, screenwriter, and producer.

Ben is the son of Bonnie and Robert Ketai. His family is Jewish.

Ben’s paternal grandfather was Norbert H. Ketai (the son of Benjamin Ketai and Sarah D. Winston). Norbert was born in Michigan. Benjamin was born in Minsk, Russia (now Belarus). Sarah was born in Connecticut, to parents from Russia.

Ben’s paternal grandmother was Blanche Wrubel (the daughter of David Wrubel and Nora/Norah Marshall). Blanche was born in New Jersey. David and Nora were born in Poland. David was the son of Israel Wrubel and Brajna Rochia Zambrowski.

Ben’s maternal grandfather was Milton “Mickey” Fishman (the son of Morris Fishman/Fisherman and Eva Buchbinder). Milton was born in Michigan. Morris and Eva were from Russia. Morris was the son of Samuel Fishman and Esther Bugin. Eva was the daughter of Louis Buchbinder and Mary Moscrawitz.

Ben’s maternal grandmother was named Boots.

Sources: Obituary of Ben’s paternal grandfather, Norbert Ketai – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Ben’s paternal grandmother, Blanche (Wrubel) Ketai – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Ben’s maternal grandfather, Milton “Mickey” Fishman – http://deathnotices.michigan.com

Birth Name: Elizabeth Greer Feldstein

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: June 24, 1993

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Beanie Feldstein is an American actress.

Her parents are both Jewish, of Russian Jewish and Austrian Jewish descent. She is the sister of actor Jonah Hill (born Jonah Hill Feldstein) and music manager Jordan Feldstein.

Beanie’s paternal grandfather was named Daniel “Danny” Feldstein.

Beanie’s paternal grandmother was Claire M. Rafkin (the daughter of Victor Rafkin and Tillie Bernstein). Claire was born in New York. Claire’s brother, Beanie’s great-uncle, was actor, director, and producer Alan Rafkin (born Alfred Irwin Rafkin). Victor and Tillie were Russian Jewish immigrants. Victor was the son of Louis Rafkin and Freda Cureyon. Tillie was the daughter of Abraham Bernstein and Anna Sinaf/Senata.

Beanie’s maternal grandfather was Richard L. “Dick” Chalkin (the son of Irving Chalkin and Hannah Spitz). Hannah was born in New York, to Austrian Jewish parents from Galicia, Hyman Spitz and Jannie Wind.

Beanie’s maternal grandmother was Audrey M. Galin (the daughter of Herman Galin and Gertrude “Gertie” Ross). Audrey was born in New York, to Russian Jewish parents. Herman was the son of Jacob Galinsky and Eva Moskowitz.

Sources: Interview with Beanie’s brother, Jonah Hill – http://www.nytimes.com

Genealogy of Beanie Feldstein – http://www.geni.com

Beanie’s paternal grandmother, Claire M. Rafkin, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://familysearch.org

Genealogy of Beanie Feldstein (focusing on her mother’s side) – http://levinsongenealogy.org

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Sasha Mitchell – Inaugural Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team Charity Gala – Arrivals – Commerce Hotel and Casino, 6131 Telegraph Road – Commerce, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Guillermo Proano / PR Photos

Birth Name: Sergei A. Mitchell

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: July 27, 1967

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Sasha Mitchell is an American actor. He is of Russian Jewish descent.

Sasha is the son of Renée and Sherwin Mitchell. He has four children with his former wife, Jeannette Robbins.

Sasha’s paternal grandparents were Micha Mitchell and Claire Boltan.

Sasha’s maternal grandparents were Jack Fox and Ida Batleman. Jack was born in New York. Ida was born in Russia.

Source: https://people.com

Ryan Ochoa – “Bachelor Lions” Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals – The ArcLight Hollywood, 6360 Sunset Boulevard – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Guillermo Proano / PR Photos

Place of Birth: San Diego, California, U.S.

Date of Birth: May 17, 1996

Ethnicity: Mexican, one quarter Italian, one eighth Ashkenazi Jewish

Ryan Ochoa is an American actor. He is the brother of actors Rick Ochoa, Robert Ochoa, and Raymond Ochoa.

Ryan’s brother Raymond has described himself as a “white Mexican.” The siblings also have a Jewish paternal great-grandfather and an Italian-American maternal grandmother.

The surname Ochoa is usually of Basque origin.

Ryan’s paternal grandmother is the daughter of William Solgonick and Mary Isabel Garcia. William was born in Pennsylvania, to Russian Jewish parents, Louis Solgonick and Kat Kosen. Mary was the daughter of Pedro E. Garcia and Mary Colmernero.

Ryan’s maternal grandfather is named Phil A. Espero.

Ryan’s maternal grandmother is Arlene Frances DeRenzi (the daughter of Mario Frank DeRenzi/De Renzi and Doralba Juliana Pignataro). Mario was the son of Italian parents, Gray DeRenzi/De Renzi and Lena Mangano. Doralba was also the daughter of Italian parents, Salvatore Pignataro and Josephine.

Source: Marriage record of Ryan’s paternal great-grandparents, William Solgonick and Mary Isabel Garcia – https://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Ryan’s maternal great-grandmother, Doralba Juliana (Pignataro) DeRenzi – https://www.thereporter.com

Rachel Ramras – Paramount Network Launch Party – Arrivals – Sunset Tower, 8358 Sunset Boulevard – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Photo Credit: / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Rachel Leah Ramras

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

Date of Birth: December 20, 1974

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Rachel Ramras is an American actress, voice actress, comedian, and television writer.

Rachel is the daughter of Kathy and David Ramras. Her family is Jewish.

Rachel’s paternal grandfather was George Ramras (the son of Max Ramras and Jennie/Jenny Rock). George was born in New York, to parents from Galicia, Austria. Max was the son of Nathan Ramras and Anna Mayer. Jennie was the daughter of Mendel Rock and Adel Vishniwitz.

Rachel’s paternal grandmother was Lily Seidel (the daughter of Jacob Seidel and Ida Gril). Lily was born in New York. Jacob was from Austria. Ida was from Hungary.

Rachel’s maternal grandfather was Sheldon “Shel” Krasker (the son of Hyman William Krasker and Mollie B. Goodman). William was born in Russia, the son of Jacob Krasker and Rose/Rosie. Mollie was also born in Russia.

Rachel’s maternal grandmother was Elaine S. Sados (the daughter of Albert H. Sados and Sophie Shapiro). Elaine was born in New Hampshire. Albert was born in Massachusetts, to parents from Russia. Sophie was born in New Hampshire, to parents from Russia, Shepsel “Sam” Shapiro and Razel, who were from Odessa, Russia (now Ukraine).

Sources: Obituary of Rachel’s paternal grandfather, George Ramras – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Rachel’s mother – http://www.legacy.com

Greg Cipes – Salvation Army Red Kettle Celebrity Kickoff – Original Farmers Market – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Sheri Determan / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Gregory Michael Cipes

Place of Birth: Coral Springs, Florida, U.S.

Date of Birth: January 4, 1980

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

Greg Cipes is an American actor, voice actor, singer, musician, and surfer.

Greg is the son of Robin and Geoffrey Cipes. His father is Jewish. His mother is mostly of English and German descent.

Greg’s maternal grandfather was Bret Cipes (the son of Jacob Cipes and Bertha Ratner). Bret was born in New York. Jacob was born in Russia. Bertha was born in Russia, the daughter of Hyman Ratner and Lillie Vorankove.

Greg’s maternal grandmother was Selma Diane Singer (the daughter of Eva). Selma was born in New York. Eva was born in Poland.

Greg’s maternal grandfather was Ernest Bobby Schweppe (the son of Ernest/Earnest A. Schweppe and Dorothea G.). Greg’s grandfather Ernest was born in New Jersey. Greg’s great-grandfather was born in New York, the son of Emil H. Schweppe, who was German, and of Annie Starck, whose mother was German. Dorothea was born in New York.

Greg’s maternal grandmother was Barbara Ann Stiles (the daughter of Daniel Stiles and Dorothy Rae/Rey). Dorothy was born in New Jersey, the daughter of Charles L. Rey and Beatrice Carey, whose mother was English.

Sources: Obituary of Greg’s paternal grandmother, Selma Diane Cipes – http://www.bpfamilycare.com

Obituary of Greg’s maternal grandmother, Barbara Ann “Bobbie” (Stiles) Schweppe – http://www.legacy.com

Ryan Ochoa – “Bachelor Lions” Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals – The ArcLight Hollywood, 6360 Sunset Boulevard – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Guillermo Proano / PR Photos

Place of Birth: San Diego, California, U.S.

Date of Birth: May 17, 1996

Ethnicity:
*37.5% Mexican
*25% Italian
*12.5% Ashkenazi Jewish
*12.5% Filipino
*12.5% mix of English, German, and Scottish

Ryan Ochoa is an American actor. He is the brother of actors Rick Ochoa, Robert Ochoa, Raymond Ochoa, and Destiny Ochoa.

Ryan’s brother Raymond has described himself as a “white Mexican.” The siblings also have an Italian-American maternal grandmother, a Jewish paternal great-grandfather, a Filipino maternal great-grandfather, and a maternal great-grandmother who was of English, German, and Scottish ancestry.

The surname Ochoa is usually of Basque origin.

Ryan’s paternal grandmother is the daughter of William Solgonick and Mary Isabel Garcia. Ryan’s great-grandfather William was born in Pennsylvania, to Russian Jewish/Ukrainian Jewish parents, Louis Solgonick, from Kruti, and Kat Rosen, from Zhitmoir. Ryan’s great-grandmother Mary was of Mexican descent, and was the daughter of Pedro E. Garcia and Mary Calmenero/Colmernero.

Ryan’s maternal grandfather is the son of Dalmacio/Alex Mayo Espero and Mary Grace Wilson. Ryan’s great-grandfather Dalmacio was born in Municipality of Bacnotan, La Union, Philippines. Ryan’s great-grandmother Mary had English, German, and Scottish ancestry, and was the daughter of Ira Elmer Wilson and Jane Sophia Reener.

Ryan’s maternal grandmother is Arlene Frances DeRenzi (the daughter of Mario Frank Derenzi/De Renzi and Doralba Juliana Pignataro). Arlene was born in California. Mario was the son of Grazioso/Gray Bimgnamo Derenzi/De Renzi, from Verbicaro Cosenza Province, Calabria, Italy, and of Lena Antoinette Mangano, whose family was also Italian. Doralba was also the daughter of Italian parents, from Calabria, Salvatore Pignataro, from Verbicaro, Cosenza, and Josephine Helen Lucchesi.

Sources: Marriage record of Ryan’s paternal great-grandparents, William Solgonick and Mary Isabel Garcia – https://www.familysearch.org

Genealogy of Ryan’s maternal great-grandmother, Mary Grace Wilson – https://www.genealogy.com

Genealogy of Ryan’s maternal great-great-grandmother, Jane Sophia (Reener) Wilson (focusing on her mother’s side) – https://www.findagrave.com

Obituary of Ryan’s maternal great-grandmother, Doralba Juliana (Pignataro) DeRenzi – https://www.thereporter.com

Birth Name: Damian Charles Hurley

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

Date of Birth: 4 April, 2002

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish (paternal grandfather), Serbian, English, Irish

Damian Hurley is a British actor and model. He is the son of British actress and model Elizabeth Hurley and American businessperson Steve Bing, and the great-grandson of prominent real estate developer Leo S. Bing.

Damian’s paternal grandfather is Peter Stephen Bing (the son of Leo Simon Bing and Anna H. Kostant). Peter was born in New York, to a Jewish family. Leo was born in New York, the son of Simon/Samuel Bing, a German Jewish emigrant, who was born in Langen, Darmstadt, Hesse; and of Louisa/Louise Cooper, who was born in New York, to German Jewish parents, Marum Cooper and Clara Goldsmith. Damian’s great-grandmother Anna was born in New York, the daughter of Russian Jewish parents, with her father having been named Samuel Kostant. Anna later remarried to Aerol Arnold.

Damian’s paternal grandmother is named Helen Louise Popovich. Helen was born in Minnesota, and likely has Serbian ancestry.

Damian’s maternal grandfather is named Roy Leonard Hurley. Roy was a major in the Royal Army Educational Corps.

Damian’s maternal grandmother is Angela Mary Titt (the daughter of Cyril George Titt and Ena Ranger). Angela was born in Winchester, Hampshire, England. Cyril was the son of Percy John Titt and Edith Knight. Ena was the daughter of Herbert Ranger and Eliza Berrett.

Sources: Genealogy of Damian Hurley – https://www.geni.com

Damian’s paternal great-grandfather, Leo Simon Bing, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Death record of Damian’s paternal great-great-grandmother, Louisa/Louise (Cooper) Bing – https://www.familysearch.org

Damian’s paternal great-grandmother, Anna H. Kostant, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Damian’s maternal great-great-grandparents, Percy John Titt and Edith Knight – https://www.familysearch.org

Genealogy of Damian’s maternal great-great-great-grandfather, Thomas Knight (focusing on his own father’s side) – http://worldconnect.rootsweb.ancestry.com

Mention of the family of Damian’s maternal great-grandmother, Ena Ranger – http://rcranger.mysite.syr.edu

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Birth Name: Jay Robert Pritzker

Place of Birth: Santa Clara, California, United States

Date of Birth: January 19, 1965

Ethnicity:
*75% Ashkenazi Jewish
*25% Polish/German

J. B. Pritzker is an American venture capitalist, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and politician.

J. B. is the son of Sue (Sandel) and Donald Pritzker, a businessperson. He is a member of the prominent Pritzker family of Chicago, and is the brother of Penny Pritzker, who was the U.S. Secretary of Commerce, from 2013 to 2017, and of businessperson Anthony Pritzker. His uncles were businesspeople Jay Pritzker and Robert Pritzker, and his first cousins include philanthropist Gigi Pritzker and actress Liesel Pritzker Simmons, who has been credited as Liesel Matthews. J. B. is married to Mary Kathryn Muenster, with whom he has two children.

J. B.’s paternal grandfather was Abram/Abraham Nicholas Pritzker, a prominent businessperson (the son of Nicholas Jacob Pritzker and Anna/Annie P. Cohen/Cohn). Abram was born in Illinois, the son of Ukrainian Jewish parents. J. B.’s great-grandfather Nicholas was born in Kiev, the son of Jacob/Yakov Yechezkel Nicholas Pritzker and Sophia/Sophie Schwartzman, who was born in Germany. Anna was born in Nezhin, the daughter of Eleazar/Levie Cohen and Fannie/Rosalie Schniroff.

J. B.’s paternal grandmother was Fanny/Fannie L. Doppelt (the daughter of Jacob Doppelt and Hannah/Chane Henshi/Henschy Dichter). Fanny was born in Illinois, to Austrian Jewish parents. Jacob was the son of Asher/Usher/Isidore Doppelt and Charlotte/Lottie Prend, who were from Gmina Brzozów, Subcarpathia, Poland. Hannah was the daughter of Salomon Hersch Dichter and Chane Grossman.

J. B.’s maternal grandfather was Albert L. Sandel (the son of Samuel Sandel and Clara Meyerkopf/Meyers/Mauerkap). Albert was born in Illinois, to Russian Jewish parents. Clara was the daughter of Solomon Meyerkopf and Bessie Meyers.

J. B.’s maternal grandmother was Dorathea/Dorothy Josephine Krayirek/Krasjecki/Krazewski/Craig/Kraig (the daughter of John Krayirek/Krajecki/Krajicki/Krajieki and Elisa/Elizabeth Falkenberg/Falkenburg). Dorathea was born in Illinois. John was born in Illinois, to Polish parents. Elisa was born in Illinois, to German/Polish parents, Charles Falkenberg and Helena Gudysrewicz/Gudysrewier.

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

Death record of J. B.’s paternal great-grandmother, Anna/Annie P. (Cohen/Cohn) Pritzker – https://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of J. B.’s maternal grandmother, Dorathea/Dorothy Josephine Krayirek/Krasjecki/Krazewski/Craig/Kraig – https://www.familysearch.org

J. B.’s maternal grandmother, Dorathea/Dorothy Josephine Krayirek/Krasjecki/Krazewski/Craig/Kraig, on the 1910 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org
J. B.’s maternal grandmother, Dorathea/Dorothy Josephine Krayirek/Krasjecki/Krazewski/Craig/Kraig, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of J. B.’s maternal grandmother, Dorathea/Dorothy Josephine (Krayirek/Krasjecki/Krazewski/Craig/Kraig) Sandel – https://www.newspapers.com

Birth record of J. B.’s maternal great-grandmother, Elisa/Elizabeth Falkenberg/Falkenburg – https://www.familysearch.org

Birth Name: Jennifer Diane Grant

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

Date of Birth: February 26, 1966

Ethnicity:
*English, Welsh, possibly Scottish (father)
*German, Ashkenazi Jewish (mother)

Jennifer Grant is an American actress. She is the daughter of actor Cary Grant and actress, director, screenwriter, editor, and producer Dyan Cannon. She is married to director and producer Randy Zisk, with whom she has two children.

Her father was born in Bristol, England, and moved to the United States at the age of 16. His ancestry was English, one quarter Welsh, and possibly some Scottish descent. Her mother was born in Tacoma, Washington, of half German and half Russian Jewish descent.

Jennifer’s paternal grandfather was Elias James Leach (the son of John James Lake/Leach and Elizabeth Leafe/Leaf). John was the son of John James Lake and Eliza Sweet. Elizabeth was the daughter of Henry Leafe/Leaf and Elizabeth Anness/Anniss.

Jennifer’s paternal grandmother was Elsie Maria Kingdon/Kingdom (the daughter of William Kingdon and Elizabeth Morgan). William was the son of William Kingdom/Kingdon and Ann. Elizabeth was born in Newport, Monmouthshire, Wales.

Jennifer’s maternal grandfather was Anton Benjamin Friesen (the son of Jacob Peter Friesen and Maria Klassen). Anton was born in Canada, to ethnic German parents from Russia. Jacob was the son of Peter Friesen and Maria Buhr.

Jennifer’s maternal grandmother was Claire Portnoy (the daughter of Samuel Portnoy and Raechel/Rose Peckar). Claire was a Russian Jewish immigrant.

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Esther Povitsky – “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” World Premiere – Arrivals – Shrine Auditorium, 665 W Jefferson Boulevard – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Izumi Hasegawa / PRPhotos.com 

Birth Name: Esther Lauren Povitsky

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

Date of Birth: March 2, 1988

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

Esther Povitsky is an American actress, comedian, writer, and producer.

Esther is the daughter of Mary and Morris “Morrie” Povitsky.

Esther has joked:

I’m half Jewish and half regular. And I’m not technically a Jew because my mom is a Christian and sexually attractive. But my dad is so Jewish that I didn’t go to Hebrew school because he didn’t want to pay the dues to belong to the temple.

Esther’s paternal grandfather was Abe Povitsky (the son of Morris Povitsky/Povitzsky and Sarah Mayster/Mahster). Abraham was born in Illinois. Morris was born in Russia, the son of Lazar Povitsky/Povitzsky and Mary. Sarah was born in Manchester, England, the daughter of Levi Mayster and Minnie/Mennie Abram.

Esther’s paternal grandmother was Esther Klein (the daughter of Samuel “Sam” Klein and Sarah Capitol or Fein). Esther was born in Illinois. Samuel was born in the U.S. Sarah was from Poland.

Esther’s maternal grandfather was Richard Arlen Arneson (the son of Henry Obart Arneson and Norma/Marna Elizabeth Frohriep). Richard was born in Minnesota. Henry was born in either Minnesota or North Dakota, to Norwegian parents, Martin Arneson and Gesine M. Asserdatter/Asserdattor. Norma was born in Iowa, the daughter of Max Frohriep, who was German, and of Bertha Kleunder, whose own parents were German.

Source: Obituary of Esther’s maternal grandfather, Richard Arlen Arneson – http://www.startribune.com

Birth Name: Sophie Hustvedt Auster

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

Date of Birth: July 6, 1987

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

Sophie Auster is an American actress, singer, and songwriter.

Sophie is the daughter of authors Siri Hustvedt and Paul Auster. Her father is Jewish. Her mother is of Norwegian descent.

Sophie’s paternal grandfather was Samuel Auster (who likely was the son of Morris Auster and Clara). Samuel was born in New York. Morris was born in either Poland or Austria, the son of Louis Auster and Sarah Diner. Clara was also from either Poland or Austria.

Sophie’s paternal grandmother was Queenie Bogat (the daughter of Joseph Bogat and Cecile). Queenie was born in New York. Joseph was born in Canada, to parents from Poland. Cecile was from Russia.

Sophie’s maternal grandfather was Lloyd Merlin Hustvedt (the son of Lars Iversen Hustvedt and Matilda/Mathilda/Mathilde Annette Underdahl). Lloyd was born in Minnesota. Lars was born in Minnesota, to parents from Norway, Iver/Ivar Davidsen Hustvedt and Brita Leidal. Mathilde was born in Minnesota, to a Norwegian father, Sorn Hanson Underdahl, and to a Norwegian mother surnamed Stondahl.

Sophie’s maternal grandmother was Ester Vegan (the daughter of Mauritz Nils Syvertsen Vegan and Tobine Nodeland). Mauritz was born in Norway, the son of Nils Syvertsen and Karine Oline Olsen. Tobine was also born in Norway.

Sources: Genealogy of Sophie Auster – http://www.geni.com

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Birth Name: Douglas Reed Ellin

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

Date of Birth: April 6, 1968

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Doug Ellin is an American screenwriter and director.

Doug is the son of June and Marvin Ellin. His parents are Jewish. He was raised in Merrick, New York. Doug has two children with his former wife, Melissa Hecht.

Doug’s maternal grandfather was Manny Selman (the son of Jacob Selman and Kate). Manny was born in New York, to parents from Russia.

Doug’s maternal grandmother was Adele Buxbaum (the daughter of David Buxbaum and Rose Sperling). Adele was born in New York. David was born in Austria. Rose was from Poland.

Source: Obituary of Doug’s mother – http://www.legacy.com

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Birth Name: Matthew Gerald

Place of Birth: Miami, Florida, U.S.

Date of Birth: May 2, 1970

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish, possibly other

Matt Gerald is an American actor and screenwriter.

Matt is the son of Beverly and Harvey Gerald. His father was Jewish.

Matt’s paternal grandparents were Charles Gerald and Ann/Anne Cohen. Charles was born in either Pennsylvania or Russia. Ann was born in either Russia or Poland. Their mother tongue was listed as “Jewish” on the 1930 U.S. Census.

Sources: Birth record of Matt’s father – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Matt’s father – http://www.familysearch.org

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Birth Name: Steven Anthony Krueger

Place of Birth: Appleton, Wisconsin, U.S.

Date of Birth: May 25, 1980s

Ethnicity:
*German, English (father)
*Romanian, Ashkenazi Jewish (mother)

Steven Krueger is an American actor.

Steven is the son of Janet and Kenneth Krueger. He was raised in Brookfield, Wisconsin, and Sarasota, Florida.

Steven’s paternal grandfather was Waverly Delford Krueger (the son of Harvey William Krueger and Sarah Ann Leone/Leona Reade). Waverly was born in South Dakota. Harvey was born in North Dakota, the son of William Krueger and Ida Mae Meiley. Sarah was born in North Dakota, the daughter of Merlin LaRue Reade and Zadie Amelia Billington.

Steven’s paternal grandmother was Shirley Jeanne Parsons (the daughter of Frederick Fairfax Parsons and Adeline Helen Haug). Shirley was born in lllinois. Frederick was born in South Dakota, the son of John Perry Parsons and Mary Louisa Fairfax, whose parents were English. Adeline was born in Illinois, the daughter of William Haug/Hauk and Christina Popp.

Steven’s maternal grandfather was Alex Straza, Jr. (the son of Alexandru “Alex” Straza/Streza, Sr. and Parasegba/Parasgeba “Pearl” Halmagi/Halmagui/Halmagyi). Steven’s grandfather Alex was born in Michigan. Steven’s great-grandfather Alexandru was born in Romania, the son of Joseph Straza/Streza and Parasegba/Parasgeba. Steven’s great-grandmother Parasegba was born in Romania, the daughter of Thomas Halmagui/Halmagyi and Pearl.

Steven’s maternal grandmother was Julia Judy Singer (the daughter of Benjamin Singer and Edythe/Edith H. Lewis). Julia was born in Missouri, to a Jewish family. Benjamin was born in Lithuania, the son of Abraham Isaac Sinyor and Hassanova. Edythe was born in New York, the daughter of Samuel “Sam” Lewis, whose parents were from Russia, and of Julia Schiller, whose parents were from Germany.

Sources: Obituary of Steven’s paternal grandfather, Waverly Delford Krueger – http://www.familysearch.org

Genealogy of Steven’s mother (through her brother, James Stewart Straza) – http://www.ancestry.com

Obituary of Steven’s mother – http://www.genlookups.com

Marriage record of Steven’s maternal great-great-grandparents, Samuel “Sam” Lewis and Julia Schiller – https://www.familysearch.org

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Birth Name: Morgan Lily Jane Gross

Place of Birth: Santa Monica, California, U.S.

Date of Birth: April 11, 2000

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish, possibly other

Morgan Lily is an American actress.

She is the daughter of April (Bartlett) and actor and magician Andy Gross (Andrew Feldman Gross). She is the sister of actors Jordan David and Riley Jane. Her uncle is actor David A. Gross.

Morgan’s paternal grandfather was Marshall Louis Gross (the son of Eli Harold Gross and Betty G.). Marshall was born in Missouri. Eli was born in Pennsylvania, to Jewish parents from Russia and/or Lithuania, Maurice/Morris/Emil L. Gross and Nellie.

Morgan’s paternal grandmother was Joan L. Feldman (the daughter of Abraham “Abe” Feldman and Norma Roth).

Sources: Morgan’s paternal grandfather, Marshall Louis Gross, on the 1940 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Morgan’s great-grandmother, Norma (Roth) Feldman – https://www.familysearch.org

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Birth Name: Jared Polis Schutz

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

Date of Birth: May 12, 1975

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Jared Polis is an American politician, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. A member of the Democratic Party, he has been a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives, since January 3, 2009.

Jared is the son of Stephen Schutz and Susan Polis Schutz, who together founded the greeting card and book publisher Blue Mountain Arts. His mother is a poet.

He has two children with his partner, Marlon Reis.

Jared’s paternal grandparents were Morton Schutz and Ruth Rackoff.

Jared’s maternal grandfather was David Polis (the son of Mendel/Michael Polees/Polis and Beila/Bertha Chatimiliansky). David was born in Connecticut, to Russian Jewish parents. Beila was the daughter of Mordechai Chatimilansky/Milians and Rochell Lotte/Leah/Lena Shulman, who were born in Vitebsk, Belarus.

Jared’s maternal grandmother was June Keller (the daughter of Nathan Kolominsky/Keller and Rae/Rachael German). June was born in New York. Rae was the daughter of Hyman German, who was born in Krosna, Lithuania, and of Rose Levinson.

Sources: Genealogy of Jared Polis – https://www.geni.com

Genealogy of Jared Polis (focusing on his mother’s side) – http://freepages.rootsweb.com

Birth Name: Jacklyn Sheryl Spektor

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

Date of Birth: August 2, 1957

Ethnicity:
*Ashkenazi Jewish (father)
*Czech, Irish, German (mother; who likely converted to Judaism)

Jacky Rosen is an American politician. A member of the Democratic Party, she has been a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Nevada, since January 3, 2017.

Jacky is the daughter of Carol and Leonard M. Spektor. Her father was the son of Russian Jewish immigrants. Her mother was of Czech, Irish, and German descent. Jacky’s parents were members of a synagogue (belonging to Reform Judaism), and Jacky’s mother had a Jewish funeral, so it is likely that her mother converted to Judaism. Jacky was president of the synagogue.

Jacky is married to radiologist Larry Rosen, with whom she has a daughter. Larry is also Jewish.

Jacky’s paternal grandparents were Joseph Spektor/Specter and Molly Schpatz/Lochoman. Joseph and Molly were Russian Jewish immigrants.

Jacky’s maternal grandfather was Edward James Morrissey (the son of Thomas Patrick Morrissey and Adletrude/Edeltrude/Gertrude F. Parnan/Parnace). Edward was born in Illinois. Thomas was born in Illinois, to Irish parents. Adletrude was born in Illinois, to German parents, Frank Parnau and Anna Kicenski.

Jacky’s maternal grandmother was Emma/Emily Blanche Calek McInerney (the daughter of Joseph W. Cálek and Emma/Emily Melichar). Jacky’s grandmother Emily was born in Illinois, as were both of her parents, and all of her own grandparents were Czech. Joseph was the son of Vaclav Calek and Anna Linhart. Jacky’s great-grandmother Emma was the daughter of Wenceslaus Melichar and Marie/Mary Konurek/Knourek.

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

Obituary of Jacky’s father – https://obits.reviewjournal.com

Obituary of Jacky’s mother – https://obits.reviewjournal.com

Jacky’s maternal grandmother, Emma/Emily Blanche Calek, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org
Emma/Emily Blanche Calek on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Death record of Jacky’s maternal great-grandmother, Emma/Emily (Melichar) Cálek – https://www.familysearch.org