Birth Name: Micah Einstein Sloat

Place of Birth: Westport, Connecticut, U.S.

Date of Birth: May 8, 1981

Ethnicity:
*62.5% Ashkenazi Jewish
*25% English
*12.5% Spanish [Canary Islander]

Micah Sloat is an American actor and musician. He is known for starring in Paranormal Activity (2009).

Micah is the son of Victoria and Robert Sloat.

Micah’s paternal grandfather was Samuel Sloat (the son of Benjamin Sloat and Pearl Brodsky). Samuel was born in New York, and was of Ashkenazi Jewish descent.

Micah’s paternal grandmother was Florence Cohen (the daughter of Abraham Cohen and Sophie Weintraub). Florence was born in New York. Abraham was born in Russia. Sophie was born in Russia, the daughter of Abraham Weintraub/Weintrab and Annie.

Micah’s maternal grandfather was Miguel Negrín (the son of Juan Negrín López and Maria Mijailova Fidelman Brodsky). Miguel was born in Madrid, Spain.

Micah’s great-grandfather Juan was a Spanish politician and physician, who served as the Prime Minister of Spain, from 17 May, 1937 to 31 March, 1939. He was born in Las Palmas, Canary Islands, Spain, the son of Juan Negrín Cabrera and Dolores López Marrero. Micah’s great-grandmother Maria was from a family of Russian Jewish-Ukrainian Jewish descent, and was the daughter of Mijail Fidelman.

Micah’s maternal grandmother was Glenna Frederica Patricia Lewis (the daughter of William Bellew Lewis and Lillian Patricia Rice). Glenna was born in London, England.

Sources: Obituary of Micah’s paternal grandfather, Samuel Sloat – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Micah’s paternal grandmother, Florence (Cohen) Sloat – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Micah’s maternal grandfather, Juan Negrín López – http://www.findagrave.com

Obituary of Micah’s maternal grandmother, Glenna Frederica Patricia (Lewis) Negrín Kean – http://abriola.com

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Birth Name: Lahna Nicole Turner

Place of Birth: U.S.

Date of Birth: July 15, 1974

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish, possibly other

Lahna Turner is an American comedian.

Lahna is the daughter of Arlene and Michael Turner. She has two children with her former husband, late comedian Ralphie May.

Lahna’s paternal grandfather was named Louis Turner.

Lahna’s paternal grandmother, Esther Hoffman (the daughter of Morris Hoffman and Sadie). Esther was born in Pennsylvania, to Russian Jewish parents.

Source: Obituary of Lahna’s paternal grandmother, Esther (Hoffman) Turner – http://www.legacy.com

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Date of Birth: November 30, 1918

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

Date of Death: May 2, 2014

Place of Death: Solvang, California. U.S.

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish
*raised Episcopalian

Efrem Zimbalist, Jr. was an American actor.

He was the son of violinist Efrem Zimbalist, Sr. (born Efrem Aleksandrovich Zimbalist) and operatic soprano Alma Gluck (born Reba Feinsohn). His parents were Jewish emigrants, his father having been born in Rostov on Don, Russia and his mother in Iași, Romania. His father converted the family to the Episcopalian faith, and Efrem was raised in the church. His half-sister was author and critic Marcia Davenport.

Efrem was married to Emily Munroe McNair, until her death, and to Loranda Stephanie Spalding, until her death. He had two children with Emily; and a daughter, actress Stephanie Zimbalist, with Loranda.

Efrem’s paternal grandfather was Benzion Aron/Aaron Zimbalist (the son of Isaac Zimbalist).

Efrem’s paternal grandmother was Maria Litvinoff (the daughter of Liv Litvinoff).

Efrem’s maternal grandparents were Leon Feinsohn and Zara.

Source: Genealogy of Efrem Zimbalist, Jr. – https://www.geni.com

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Birth Name: Reid Scott Weiner

Place of Birth: Albany, New York, U.S.

Date of Birth: November 19, 1977

Ethnicity:
*Ashkenazi Jewish (father)
*Irish, English, French (mother)

Reid Scott is an American actor.

He is the son of Kathleen and Neil Weiner. Reid is married to Elspeth Keller, with whom he has two children.

Reid’s paternal grandfather was named Robert S. Weiner. Robert was born in New York, to a Jewish family.

Reid’s paternal grandmother was Shirley Blanche Greenberg (the daughter of Harry Greenberg/Greenburg and Theresa Ruth Friedman). Shirley was born in Vermont, to a Polish Jewish father and to a mother who herself was born in England, to Russian Jewish parents.

Reid’s maternal grandfather was William Everett Cleveland (the son of William E. Cleveland and Catherine Galloway/Gallaway). Reid’s grandfather William was born in New York. Reid’s great-grandfather William likely was the son of James Ethel Cleveland/Cleaveland and Anna M. Ledger. Catherine was the daughter of Irish parents, Thomas Galloway and Elizabeth McLoughlin.

Reid’s maternal grandfather is named Shirley LaPoint.

Sources: Reid’s paternal grandmother, Shirley Blanche Greenberg, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Reid’s maternal grandfather, William Everett Cleveland, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Reid’s maternal grandfather, William Everett Cleveland – https://www.newspapers.com

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Birth Name: Jason David Winer

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

Date of Birth: December 7, 1972

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Jason Winer is an American television director, producer, writer, actor, and comedian.

Jason is the son of Sharyn and Jay Winer. His parents are Jewish.

Jason’s paternal grandfather was Albert A. Winer (the son of Jacob Winer and Eva Cohen). Albert was born in Maryland, to parents from Russia.

Jason’s paternal grandmother was Selma Honigsberg (the daughter of Joseph Honigsberg and Bessie Leeb). Selma was born in Maryland. Joseph was born in Ukraine, the son of Isaac Honigsberg and Yetta Feldman. Bessie was born in Russia, the daughter of Meyer Yaakov Leeb and Ethel Kumin, who was from Lithuania.

Jason’s maternal grandfather was Oscar Title (the son of Sam Title and Toby). Oscar was born in either Russia or Poland.

Jason’s maternal grandmother was Jean C. Lipsch (the daughter of Joseph “Joe” Lipsch and Molly/Mollie Azarov). Joseph and Molly were born in Russia. Molly was the daughter of Zvolden Azarov.

Sources: Genealogy of Jason Winer – http://www.geni.com

Obituary of Jason’s maternal grandfather, Oscar Title – http://www.legacy.com

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Birth Name: Jennifer Rachael Zigrino

Place of Birth: Dakota, Minnesota, United States

Date of Birth: January 8, 1987

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

Jenny Zigrino is an American comedian, singer, and actress.

Jenny is the daughter of Larisa and Kenneth Zigrino. Her father has Italian ancestry. Her mother is from Russia, and is Jewish.

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Birth Name: Philip M. Ettinger

Date of Birth: September 8, 1985

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Philip Ettinger is an American actor. He has had supporting roles in the films Indignation and First Reformed.

Sources: https://www.broadway.com
https://www.dignitymemorial.com
https://www.legacy.com

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

Date of Birth: June 9, 1962

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Rodman Flender is an American actor, writer, director, and producer. He directed the films Leprechaun 2 and Idle Hands.

He is the son of Enid (Rodman), a Broadway dancer, and Harold Flender, a writer and screenwriter. Rodman is the uncle of actor Timothée Chalamet, who is the son of Rodman’s sister Nicole. Rodman is married to writer and producer Amy Lippman.

All of Rodman’s grandparents were Jewish emigrants, his paternal from the Austro-Hungarian Empire and his maternal from the Russian Empire, specifically Minsk.

Rodman’s paternal grandfather was Jacob “Jack” Flender (the son of Elias Moritz/Mojzesz/Marus Flender and Mariem/Miriam Kempler). Jacob was born in Kraków, Poland. Elias was the son of Abraham Flender and Sime Gletner. Mariem was from Łapanów, Poland.

Rodman’s paternal grandmother was Sadie Kasner (the daughter of Hershel/Herschel/Harry Kasner and Chana/Annie Frankel). Hershel was the son of Noach/Nathan Kasner and Jentel/Yetta Wachtel, from Kraków. Chana was born in Tarnow, and was the daughter of Samuel Juda Frankel and Chaja.

Rodman’s maternal grandfather was Philip Rodman (the son of Max Rodman and Celia Kantrowitz). Max was the son of Aaron Samuel and Anna Rosenzweig. Celia was the daughter of Samuel Kantrowitz and Gertrude Levy.

Rodman’s maternal grandmother was Rose Levine (the daughter of Yehuda/Julius Melakhovitzki/Levine and Yetta/Etta/Esther Yurzelnski/Abrajonsky).

One of Rodman’s most distant traceable ancestors is Herschl Bisam, who was born c. 1760.

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

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

Genealogies of Rodman’s paternal great-grandparents, Hershel/Herschel/Harry Kasner and Chana/Annie Frankel – https://www.geni.com

Rodman’s mother on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://familysearch.org

Death record of Rodman’s maternal great-grandfather, Max Rodman – https://www.familysearch.org

Death record of Rodman’s maternal great-grandmother, Celia (Kantrowitz) Rodman – https://www.familysearch.org

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Birth Name: Matthew Russell Rolston

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: March 1, 1955

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Matthew Rolston is an American artist, photographer, director, and creative director.

Matthew is the son of Bette and Bernard Rolston. His parents were both Jewish.

Matthew’s paternal grandparents were Harry S. Rolston and Sally Schuman. Harry and Sally were born in Russia.

Matthew’s maternal grandfather was Sidney Gerson (the son of Daniel Gerson and Helen). Sidney was born in New York. Daniel was born in Germany. Helen was born in New York, to parents from Germany.

Matthew’s maternal grandmother was Nellie Naomi Waldstein (the daughter of Bernard Waldstein and Agusta Zlotkin). Nellie was born in New York, to parents from Russia.

Birth Name: William Pelham Barr

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

Date of Birth: May 23, 1950

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

William P. Barr is an American attorney. A Republican, he has served as U.S. Attorney General, from November 26, 1991 to January 20, 1993, as well as U.S. Deputy Attorney General, from May 1990 to November 26, 1991.

William is the son of Mary Margaret (Ahern) and Donald Barr, an educator and writer. His parents were Columbia University Faculty members, and his father was president of the Dalton School. William is married to Christine.

His father was from a Jewish family. His mother was Catholic. William is Catholic.

William’s paternal grandfather was Pelham Barr, an economist (Simon Pelham Barr, the son of Philip Barr and Rebecca Palem/Pecham/Pelham). William’s grandfather Pelham was born in England, to Jewish parents from Poland and/or Russia. Rebecca was the daughter of Rachael.

William’s paternal grandmother was Estelle/Stella (DeYoung/De Young) Barr, a psychologist (the daughter of Solomon/Samuel A. DeYoung/De Young and Esther Sonepouse/Sonpause). William’s grandmother Estelle was born in New York. William’s great-grandfather Solomon was born in Connecticut, to Dutch Jewish parents, from Amsterdam, Aaron De Young and Esther Arbeit. William’s great-grandmother Esther Sonepouse was a Dutch Jew, from Amsterdam, and was the daughter of Philip Sonepouse and Rachel Premselaar. Through his Dutch Jewish roots, William also has more distant German Jewish and Danish Jewish ancestry.

William’s maternal grandparents were William J. Ahern and Catherine.

Sources: Genealogy of William P. Barr – https://www.geni.com

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

Marriage record of William’s paternal grandparents, Simon Pelham Barr and Estelle/Stella DeYoung/De Young – https://www.familysearch.org

William’s paternal grandfather, Simon Barr, on the 1910 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Death record of William’s paternal grandfather, Pelham Barr – https://www.familysearch.org

William’s paternal grandmother, Estelle/Stella DeYoung/De Young, on the 1900 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org
Estelle/Stella DeYoung/De Young on the 1910 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Genealogy of William’s paternal great-grandparents, Solomon/Samuel A. DeYoung/De Young and Esther Sonepouse/Sonpause – https://www.geni.com

William’s paternal great-grandparents, Solomon/Samuel A. DeYoung/De Young and Esther Sonepouse/Sonpause, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Birth Name: Michael Dean Cohen

Place of Birth: Long Island, New York, U.S.

Date of Birth: August 25, 1966

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Michael Cohen is an American attorney.

His father is a Holocaust survivor, from a Polish Jewish family.

Michael’s paternal grandfather was Leon Konowitz/Cohen (the son of Moses Konowitz and Hinda Isenberg). Leon was born in Bochnia, Bochnia County, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Poland.

Michael’s paternal grandmother was Annie Lamensdorf (the daughter of Mordechai Lamensdorf and Matilda Krieger). Annie was born in Bochnia. Mordechai was the son of Chaskel Lamensdorf and Marjema/Miriam Reich.

Michael’s maternal grandfather is the son of Morris Levine and Sarah Kaplan. Morris’ mother’s maiden name was Newman. Sarah was the daughter of Hyman Kaplan and Bessie.

Michael’s maternal grandmother is the daughter of Harry Gorban and May Serrota. Harry was born in Russia, and was the son of Israel Gorban and Ida. May was likely also from Russia.

Source: Genealogy of Michael Cohen – https://www.geni.com

Birth Name: Ivan David Menchell

Place of Birth: New York, U.S.

Date of Birth: March 12, 1961

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

Ivan Menchell is an American playwright, producer, and writer.

Ivan is the son of Vicky Stuart/Stewart and Louis “Lou” Menchell/Menchel. Ivan’s father was an American comedian, and was Jewish. Ivan’s mother is a singer, and is from England.

Ivan’s paternal grandparents were Isadore Menchel and Mary. Isadore was born in Austria. Mary was from Russia.

Source: Obituary of Ivan’s father – http://www.nytimes.com

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Place of Birth: The Bronx, New York City, New York, U.S.

Date of Birth: December 25, 1928

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Dick Miller is an American actor. He is known for his over one hundred B movie roles.

Dick is the son of Rita and Isidor Miller. His parents were Russian Jews. He is married to Lainie.

Source: Dick Miller on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

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

Date of Birth: December 10, 1985

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Edmund Entin is an American actor.

Edmund is the son of Lois and Alvin Entin. His twin brother is actor Gary Entin.

Edmund’s paternal grandfather was Edmund Entin (the son of Solomon/Soloman Entin and Kate Witorchik). Edmund was born in New York. Solomon was born in Russia, the son of Samuel Entin and Miriam. Kate was born in New York, to parents from Russia.

Edmund’s paternal grandmother was Roslyn/Rosalyn Racer (the daughter of Isadore/Urman Racer and Kate). Roslyn was born in New York, to a father from Poland and a mother from Russia.

Edmund’s maternal grandfather was Sherman Gordon (the son of Morris Gordon and Dorothy Feingold).

Edmund’s maternal grandmother was Sara/Sarah E. Lourie/Laurie (the daughter of Louis/Lewis Lourie/Laurie and Annie). Sara was born in South Carolina, to a father from Russia and a mother from Poland.

Sources: Genealogy of Edmund Entin – https://www.geni.com

Obituary of Edmund’s uncle (mother’s brother) – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Edmund’s maternal grandmother, Sara/Sarah E. (Lourie/Laurie) Gordon – http://www.familysearch.org

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Birth Name: Whitney Sara Cohen

Place of Birth: Needham, Massachusetts, U.S.

Date of Birth: December 8, 1981

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Whitney Avalon is an American actress, director, rapper, producer, and Youtube personality.

Whitney is the daughter of Cheryl and Michael Cohen. Her family is Jewish.

Whitney’s paternal grandfather was Louis L. Cohen (the son of Samuel Cohen and Bessie). Louis was born in Connecticut, to parents from either Lithuania or Poland.

Whitney’s paternal grandmother was Miriam “Mimi” Shapiro (who was likely the daughter of Morris Shapiro and Bessie). Miriam was born in Connecticut, to parents from Russia.

Whitney’s maternal grandfather was William L. Weisman (the son of Abraham Weisman and Sophie). William was born in Connecticut, to parents from Russia.

Whitney’s maternal grandmother was Miriam Kroopnick (the daughter of Abraham Isaac Kroopnick and Clara). Miriam was born in Connecticut, to parents from Lithuania.

Source: Obituary of Whitney’s paternal grandfather, Louis L. Cohen – http://www.familysearch.org

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Birth Name: Rodman Edward Serling

Date of Birth: December 25, 1924

Place of Birth: Syracuse, New York, U.S.

Date of Death: June 28, 1975

Place of Death: Rochester, New York, U.S.

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Rod Serling was an American screenwriter, playwright, television producer, and narrator. He created the The Twilight Zone franchise.

Rod was the son of Esther Lillian (Cooper) and Samuel Lawrence Serling. His father was born in Michigan, to Jewish parents from Russia/Poland. His mother was a Lithuanian Jewish immigrant. His brother was novelist and aviation writer Robert J. Serling. Rod was married to Carolyn Kramer, until his death. The couple had two children. Rod joined the Unitarian church with Carolyn. Unitarianism does not require adherence to Christianity.

Rod’s paternal grandfather was Israel/Itche/Isaac/Isador Serling (the son of Shimon Shimel Serlin). Israel was born in Jałówka, białostocki, podlaskie, Poland. Shimon was the son of Yankel Oyzer Szerling and Chana Laja.

Rod’s paternal grandmother was Anna Shacolsky (the daughter of Arie Leib Shacolsky).

Rod’s maternal grandparents were Myer Cooper and Rose Cohn/Cohen.

Sources: Genealogy of Rod Serling – https://www.geni.com

Rod Serling on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

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Birth Name: David M. Garelik

Place of Birth: Sudbury, Massachusetts, U.S.

Date of Birth: October 16, 1991

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

David Garelik is an American actor.

His parents were born in Saint Petersburg, Russia, and are Jewish.

Birth Name: Sarah Gabriella Yarkin

Place of Birth: Alameda, California, United States

Date of Birth: May 28, 1993

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Sarah Yarkin is an American actress.

Sarah’s paternal grandfather was named Joseph “Joey” Yarkin.

Sarah’s paternal grandmother was Pearl Galpern (the daughter of Olia Galpern and Nachum).

Sarah’s maternal grandfather was named Seymour Rubinoff.

Sarah’s maternal grandmother was Doris Weinstein (the daughter of Joe Weinstein and Annie). Joe was born in Deveen, Russia, likely as Joe Mazursky, and was the son of Chay Fagel.

Sources: Obituary of Sarah’s paternal grandmother, Pearl Galpern – https://www.jweekly.com

Obituary of Sarah’s maternal grandmother, Doris Weinstein – http://www.tributes.com

History of Sarah’s maternal grandmother’s family – http://users.bestweb.net

Birth Name: Michael L. Doneger

Place of Birth: Hewlett, New York, U.S.

Date of Birth: July 21, 1986

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Michael Doneger is an American writer and actor.

Michael is the son of Valerie and Abraham Doneger. Michael’s parents are Jewish.

Michael’s paternal grandfather is Henry Doneger (the son of Abraham Lewis Doneger and Anna “Annie” Moskowitz). Henry was born in New York. Abraham was born in New York, to parents from Russia, Mowszo Wolfowicz Donejgier and Chaja Rejza Jdzkowna. Anna was born in New York, to parents from Hungary.

Michael’s paternal grandmother is Rita Roberts (the daughter of Jesse Roberts and Gerry/Jerry Levitt). Rita was born in New York. Jesse was born in New York, the son of Joseph Roberts, who was from Germany, and of Annie Noah, whose parents were from Russia. Gerry was born in New York, to parents from Russia, Solomon Levitt and Esther/Ester.

Michael’s maternal grandfather is George Familant/Familiant (the son of William Familant and Bessie Mellen). George was born in Massachusetts, to parents from Russia. William was the son of Samuel Familant and Esther Winegrad. Bessie was the daughter of Louis Mellen and Frieda Kaplan.

Michael’s maternal grandmother is Phyllis E. Pullman (the daughter of Jacob “Jack” Pullman and Sally). Phyllis was born in Massachusetts. Jacob was born in either Lithuania or Latvia. Sally was from Russia.

Sources: Genealogy of Michael Doneger – http://www.geni.com

Obituary of Michael’s maternal grandfather, George Familant/Familiant – http://www.legacy.com

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Birth Name: Isaak Azimov

Date of Birth: c. January 2, 1920

Place of Birth: Petrovichi, Klimovichskiy Uyezd, Russian SFSR (now Russia)

Date of Death: April 6, 1992

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

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Isaac Asimov was an American writer and professor of biochemistry. He is known for his science fiction works.

Isaac was the son of Anna-Rachel (Berman) and Judah Asimov, from Petrovichi, Smolensk Oblast. His family moved to the U.S. in 1923, and he was raised in Brooklyn, New York.

He was married to science fiction writer, psychiatrist, and psychoanalyst Janet Asimov, until his death. He had two children with his former wife, Gertrude Blugerman.

Isaac’s paternal grandfather was Aaron Menachem Asimov (the son of Mendel Asimov). Aaron was born in Petrovichi. Mendel was the son of Abraham Ber Asimov and Shepsheleva Sosya.

Isaac’s paternal grandmother was Hana Leikin (the daughter of Ziva). Hana was born in Hislavichi, near Petrovichi.

Isaac’s maternal grandparents were Yitshak Berman and Tamara.

Source: Genealogy of Isaac Asimov – https://www.geni.com