01/03/2019 – Lorna Luft – 30th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Film Awards Gala – Arrivals – Palm Springs Convention Center – Palm Springs, CA, USA – Photo Credit: / PRPhotos.com

Place of Birth: Santa Monica, Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: November 21, 1952

Ethnicity:
*father – Ashkenazi Jewish
*mother – English, Irish, Scottish

Lorna Luft is an American television, stage, and film actress, and singer.

She is the daughter of singer and actress Judy Garland and producer Sidney Luft, and half-sister to singer and actress Liza Minnelli. Lorna is married to Colin Freeman. She has two children with her former husband, Israeli-born musician Jake Hooker.

Lorna’s paternal grandfather was named Norbert/Nathan Luft. Norbert was an Austrian Jew.

Lorna’s paternal grandmother was Leonora Devechay Meyers/Krasnakutsky (the daughter of Solomon/Shlema Krasnakutsky and Sophia Pogribinskaya). Leonora was born in Smila, Cherkas’ka oblast, Ukraine, to a Jewish family.

Lorna’s maternal grandfather was Francis/Frank Avent Gumm (the son of William Tecumseh Gumm and Elizabeth Clementine/Clemintine/Clemmie W. Baugh). Francis was born in Tennessee. William was the son of John Alexander Gum and Eliza Martha Wade or Barrett. Elizabeth was the daughter of John Aldridge Baugh and Mary Ann Marable.

Lorna’s maternal grandmother was Ethel Marian/Marion Milne (the daughter of John B. Milne and Evelyn/Eva Marion Fitzpatrick). Ethel was born in Michigan. John was born in Guelph, Ontario, Canada, to Scottish parents, Charles Milne and Mary Kelso, his father from Aberdeen and his mother from Ayrshire. Evelyn was born in New York, to a Canadian father, Hugh Fitzpatrick, who was of Irish descent, and to a mother, Mary Elizabeth Harriot/Harriott/Harriet, from Dublin, Ireland.

Sources: Marriage record of Lorna’s parents – https://www.familysearch.org

Genealogy of Lorna Luft – https://www.geni.com

Genealogy of Lorna Luft (focusing on her mother’s side) – https://worldconnect.rootsweb.ancestry.com

Genealogies of Lorna’s mother – https://www.wikitree.com
https://famouskin.com
http://www.findagrave.com

09/27/2018 – Scott Gimple – AMC’s “The Walking Dead” Season 9 Premiere – Arrivals – DGA Theater Complex, 7920 Sunset Boulevard – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Photo Credit: / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Scott Michael Gimple

Place of Birth: Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, U.S.

Date of Birth: March 29, 1971

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Scott M. Gimple is an American television and comics writer.

Scott’s parents are Jewish. Scott is married to Julia Wackenheim, with whom he has one child.

Scott’s paternal grandfather was David Gimple (the son of Anna Turk). David was born in New York, to parents from Russia.

Scott’s paternal grandmother was Lillian Mamet/Mammet (the daughter of Abraham “Abe” Mamet/Mammet and Lena Silberberg). Lillian was born in Ohio. Abraham was born in Russia. Lena was born in Ohio, the daughter of Samuel Silberberg, who was from Russia, and a mother from Ohio.

Scott’s maternal grandfather was Charles G. Bern (the son of Morris Bern and Fannie/Fanny Cohen). Charles was born Poland.

Scott’s maternal grandmother was Ruth L. Duber (the daughter of Samuel Duber and Rebecca Schuster). Ruth was born in Ohio, to a father from Russia and a mother from Galicia, Austria/Poland.

Sources: Obituary of Scott’s maternal grandfather, Charles G. Bern – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Scott’s maternal grandmother, Ruth L. (Duber) Bern – http://www.legacy.com

Birth Name: Joshua Barclay Caras

Place of Birth: U.S.

Date of Birth: August 5, 1987

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

Josh Caras is an American actor. He is the son of Sheila Louise Skahan and Barclay Gordon Caras.

Josh’s paternal grandfather was Roger A. Caras (born Roger Andrew Caras; the son of Joseph J. Caras and Bessy/Bessie E. Kasanoff). Roger was a wildlife photographer, writer, wildlife preservationist, and television personality. Joseph was the son of Russian Jewish parents, Louis Caras and Annie Schindler/Schniderman. Bessy was born in Odessa, Ukraine.

Josh’s paternal grandmother was Jill Langdon Barclay (the daughter of James F. Barclay and Phyllis M.). James was the son of James F. Barclay, who was Scottish, and Marie D., whose parents were Irish. Phyllis was English.

Josh’s maternal grandparents were William F. Skahan and Mary Louise Flynn.

Sources: Obituary of Josh’s paternal grandfather, Roger A. Caras – https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QKG8-QHSP

Josh’s paternal grandmother, Jill Langdon Barclay, on the 1940 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:K4VD-Y3C

Josh’s great-grandfather, James F. Barclay, on the 1910 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:MP6J-BZH
James on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:MCNT-NPN
James on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:X4GZ-XCM

Obituary of Josh’s maternal grandfather, William F. Skahan – https://www.legacy.com/

Place of birth: Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union (now Russia)

Date of Birth: 7 June, 1982

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Ania Bukstein is an Israeli actress, singer, songwriter, and pianist. She portrayed Kinvara in the sixth season of Game of Thrones.

Ania was born in Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union (now Russia), to a Jewish family. She immigrated to Israel in 1990, when she was eight years old.

Ania is married to Israeli real estate developer Dotan Weiner.

Wolf in 2015, Photo by Debby Wong/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Birth Name: Peter W. Blankfield

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

Date of Birth: March 7, 1946

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Peter Wolf is an American singer and musician. He was the lead singer of the rock band The J. Geils Band. J. Geils was also a member of the band.

Peter is the son of Lillian (Schwartzman) and Allen Abraham Blankfield.

Peter’s paternal grandparents were Isaac Blankfeld and Bessie. Isaac was born in Russia/Poland. Bessie was born in Russia/Germany.

Peter’s maternal grandparents were Sam Schwartzman and Annie. Sam and Annie were born in Russia.

Source: Genealogy of Peter Wolf – https://www.geni.com
https://wc.rootsweb.com

Birth Name: Alexander David Bregman

Place of Birth: Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA

Date of Birth: March 30, 1994

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish, likely German, English, and Portuguese

Family Background: Alex Bregman is an American professional baseball infielder for the Houston Astros of Major League Baseball (MLB).

Alex Bregman is the son of Jackie (De Olivira) Bregman and Sam Bregman.

Alex’s paternal grandfather was Stanley Irwing Bregman, who was born to Russian Jewish parents named Samuel Bregman and Sadie Hurwitz.

Alex’s paternal grandmother was Sandra Elizabeth Kneifi, the daughter of Philip Kneifi and Christine Kneifi.

Alex Bregman’s maternal grandmother’s maiden name was Hunter.

Even though Alex Bregman is of one quarter Jewish heritage he identifies as Jewish.

Source: Geni.com

http://obits.abqjournal.com/ (obituary of Alex Bregman’s paternal grandfather)

https://www.jta.org/

Birth Name: Tracy Jo Pollan

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

Date of Birth: June 22, 1960

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Tracy Pollan is an American actress.

She is the daughter of Corky Pollan, a magazine editor, and Stephen Pollan, a financial consultant and writer. She was raised in Woodbury, New York. Her brother is author, journalist, and activist Michael Pollan.

Tracy is married to Canadian-born actor Michael J. Fox, with whom she has four children.

Her family is Jewish, and her children were raised in the faith.

Tracy’s paternal grandfather was named Robert D. Pollan. Robert was born in New York.

Tracy’s paternal grandmother was Harriet Morganstein (the daughter of Bernard Morganstein and Ray). Harriet was born in New York, to parents from Ukraine.

Tracy’s maternal grandfather was named Max Staller. Max was born in Romania.

Tracy’s maternal grandmother was named Mary Shor (the daughter of Morrie Shor and Lena).

Source: Genealogy of Tracy Pollan – https://www.geni.com

05/15/2019 – Martin Kove – “John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum” Los Angeles Special Screening – Arrivals – TCL Chinese Theatre – Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Kazuki Hirata / HollywoodNewsWire.net / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Martin L. Kove

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

Date of Birth: March 6, 1947

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Martin Kove is an American actor. He is known for playing John Kreese in The Karate Kid franchise.

03/14/2011 – Brad Furman – “Paul” Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals – Grauman’s Chinese Theater – Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Glenn Harris / PR Photos

Birth Name: Brad Evan Furman

Place of Birth: Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania, U.S.

Date of Birth: June 8, 1975

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Brad Furman is an American film and music video director, producer, and writer.

Brad’s mother is screenwriter Ellen Brown Furman.

Brad’s paternal grandfather was Jerome E. Furman (the son of Samuel L. Furman and Bessie). Jerome was born in Pennsylvania. Samuel was born in Russia. Bessie was born in Pennsylvania, to parents from Russia.

Brad’s paternal grandmother was Peggy J. Schaller (the daughter of Abraham/Abram R. Schaller and Esther Betty). Peggy was born in Pennsylvania. Abraham was born in Austria, the son of Herman Schaller. Esther was born in Pennsylvania, to parents from Poland.

Brad’s maternal grandfather was Stanton Brown (the son of Charles Brown and Elizabeth). Stanton was born in Pennsylvania, to parents from Russia.

Brad’s maternal grandmother was Dorothy Mackler (the daughter of Meyer/Myer Mackler and Eva). Dorothy was born in New Jersey, to parents from Russia.

Sources: Obituary of Brad’s paternal grandmother, Peggy J. (Schaller) Furman – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Brad’s maternal grandmother, Dorothy (Mackler) Brown – http://www.legacy.com

11/12/2017 – Joe Mande – AFI FEST 2017 Presented by Audi – “The Disaster Artist” Screening – Arrivals – TCL Chinese Theater, Hollywood & Highland, 6925 Hollywood Boulevard – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Photo Credit: / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Joseph W. Mande

Place of Birth: Albuquerque, New Mexico, U.S.

Date of Birth: March 16, 1983

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

Joe Mande is an American stand-up comedian, actor, producer, and writer.

He has said that he is Jewish. His father is of Ashkenazi Jewish descent and his mother has English, German, and Scottish ancestry.

Joe is married to Kylie Augustine.

Joe’s paternal grandfather was Eugene F. Mande (the son of Louis Mande and Rebecca). Eugene was born in Pennsylvania. Louis was from Warsaw, now Poland. Rebecca was from Russia.

Joe’s paternal grandmother was Adele Wilder (the daughter of Joseph L. Wilder and Anna Seitchik). Adele was born in Pennsylvania. Joseph was born in Pennsylvania, to parents from Russia, Alexander Wilder and Clara. Anna was born in Pennsylvania, to parents from Russia, Morris Seitchik and Minnie.

Joe’s maternal grandfather was Ernest “Ernie” Harrison (the son of Ernest Harrison and Bessie/Ressie Dare Booker/Booher). Joe’s grandfather Ernest was born in Texas. Joe’s great-grandfather Ernest was born in Texas. Bessie was born in Virginia, and was the daughter of Isaac William Booher and Alice Lavinia Booher.

Joe’s maternal grandmother was Nancy Allene Gore (the daughter of Emmet/Emmit Richard Gore and Dorothy Eleanor Hartin). Nancy was born in New Mexico. Emmet was the son of Ernest Roy Gore and Amanda Jane Jones. Dorothy was the daughter of Duke Midas Hartin and Deborah Esther Snider.

Sources: Obituary of Joe’s paternal grandfather, Eugene F. Mande – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Joe’s maternal grandfather, Ernest “Ernie” Harrison – http://obits.abqjournal.com

Obituary of Joe’s maternal grandmother, Nancy Allene (Gore) Harrison – http://obits.abqjournal.com

05/27/2009 – Bianna Golodryga – 7th Annual Sesame Street Workshops Benefit Gala – Arrivals – Cipriani 42nd Street – New York City, NY, USA -Photo Credit: Anthony G. Moore / PR Photos

Birth Name: Bianna Vitalievna Golodryga
Бианна Витальевна Голодрыга

Place of Birth: Căușeni, Moldovan SSR, USSR (now Moldova)

Date of Birth: 15 June, 1978

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Bianna Golodryga is an American journalist. She was born in Causeni, now Moldova, the only child of Zhanna and Vitaly Golodryga, both of whom are Jewish. The family moved to the U.S. in 1980, when Bianna was eighteen months old, settling in Houston, Texas.

Bianna is married to banker and economist Peter R. Orszag, with whom she has two children. Peter is also Jewish.

01/06/2011 – Sarah Hughes – A Midwinter Night’s Dream Fundraiser – Arrivals – Oheka Castle – Huntington, New York, USA – Keywords: Orientation: Portrait Face Count: 2 – False – Photo Credit: Debby Wong / PR Photos

Birth Name: Sarah Elizabeth Hughes

Place of Birth: Great Neck, New York, U.S.

Date of Birth: May 2, 1985

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

Sarah Hughes is an American figure skater. She is the 2001 World bronze medalist in ladies’ singles and the 2002 Olympic Champion.

She is the daughter of Amy (Pasternack) and John Hughes. Her father was a captain of the undefeated/untied NCAA champion 1969–70 Cornell University ice hockey team. Her sister is figure skater Emily Hughes. She is said to be a cousin of radio personality Gregg Hughes (Opie, of Opie and Anthony).

Date of Birth: c. 1998

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish, Swedish

Gabriel Rush is an American actor. He is one of the stars of the film Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (2019). He has dual U.S.-Swedish citizenship.

His father is American, and has Russian Jewish ancestry. His mother is Swedish.

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

Date of Birth: September 2, 1947

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Michael Gray is an American actor. He played Billy Batson in the 1970s television series Shazam! The character was later played by Asher Angel in the 2019 film.

Michael is the son of Eunice, a romance novelist, and Philip Gray.

Michael’s paternal grandfather was Morris Goldberg (the son of Joseph Goldberg and Rebecca Jaffe). Morris was born in New York, to parents from Russia/Germany. Rebecca was the daughter of Soloman Jaffe and Rosie Levi.

Michael’s paternal grandmother was Sara/Sarah Lee Lillianthal/Lilrenthal/Lilienthal (the daughter of Abraham Lilienthal and Anna Rosenbaum). Sara was born in Montréal, Québec, Canada. Abraham was born in Mazowieckie, Poland, the son of Zurach Lilienthal and Gertrude Schoenberg. Anna was born in Yorkshire, England, the daughter of Phillip Rosenbaum and Ray Rebecca Ball, who were from Poland.

Michael’s maternal grandfather was Simon Cohen (the son of Nathan Cohen and Sarah Schnair/Schnaier). Simon was born in Illinois, to parents from Russia. Nathan was the son of Judah Cohen.

Michael’s maternal grandmother was Rose Harris (the daughter of Charles Elliot/Elliott “Chaskel” Degucki Harris and Anna/Chena/Enya Judith/Judes Rubenstein). Rose was born in Illinois, to parents from Marijampoles, Lithuania. Charles was the son of Yehuda Lejb Degucki. Anna was the daughter of Hyman “Chaim” Rubenstein/Rubenszteyn and Dvora/Chena Eudice.

Sources: Profile of Michael Gray in People Magazine, 2001 – https://people.com

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

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

03/14/2011 – Brad Furman – “Paul” Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals – Grauman’s Chinese Theater – Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Glenn Harris / PR Photos

Birth Name: Brad Evan Furman

Place of Birth: Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania, U.S.

Date of Birth: June 8, 1975

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Brad Furman is an American film and music video director, producer, and writer.

Brad’s mother is screenwriter Ellen Brown Furman.

Brad’s paternal grandfather was Jerome E. Furman (the son of Samuel L. Furman and Bessie). Jerome was born in Pennsylvania. Samuel was born in Russia. Bessie was born in Pennsylvania, to parents from Russia.

Brad’s paternal grandmother was Peggy J. Schaller (the daughter of Abraham/Abram R. Schaller and Esther Betty). Peggy was born in Pennsylvania. Abraham was born in Austria, the son of Herman Schaller. Esther was born in Pennsylvania, to parents from Poland.

Brad’s maternal grandfather was Stanton Brown (the son of Charles Brown and Elizabeth). Stanton was born in Pennsylvania, to parents from Russia.

Brad’s maternal grandmother was Dorothy Mackler (the daughter of Meyer/Myer Mackler and Eva). Dorothy was born in New Jersey, to parents from Russia.

Sources: Obituary of Brad’s paternal grandmother, Peggy J. (Schaller) Furman – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Brad’s maternal grandmother, Dorothy (Mackler) Brown – http://www.legacy.com

02/23/2019 – Kate Siegel – 2019 Film Independent Spirit Awards – Arrivals – Santa Monica Beach – Santa Monica, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Hiro Katoh/HNW / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Kate Gordon Siegelbaum

Place of Birth: Silver Spring, Maryland, U.S.

Date of Birth: August 9, 1982

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Kate Siegel is an American actress and screenwriter.

She is married to director Mike Flanagan, with whom she has two children.

Kate’s maternal grandfather was named Samuel “Sam” Gordon.

Kate’s maternal grandmother was Isabelle/Isabella Poss (the daughter of Nathan Poss and Dora Jarnewsky/Janowsky). Isabelle was born in New York, to Russian Jewish parents. Nathan was the son of Isidore Poss and Frume Zelde. Dora was the daughter of Moses Jarnewsky and Leah Dunschowsky.

Sources: Kate’s maternal grandmother, Isabelle/Isabella Poss, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Kate’s maternal grandmother, Isabelle/Isabella Poss Gordon – https://brightonmc.com

Marriage record of Kate’s maternal great-grandparents, Nathan Poss and Dora Jarnewsky/Janowsky – https://www.familysearch.org

02/03/2019 – David Baddiel – “The Kid Who Would Be King” UK Gala Screening – Arrivals – Odeon Leicester Square – London, UK – Photo Credit: Landmark / PR Photos 

Birth Name: David Lionel Baddiel

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

Date of Birth: May 28, 1964

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

David Baddiel is an English comedian, novelist, and television presenter.

David is the son of Sarah and Colin Brian Baddiel. His father was born in Swansea, Wales. His mother was born in Germany.

He has two children with his partner, comedian Morwenna Banks.

David’s paternal grandfather was Henry Baddiel (the son of Barnett/Barnet Baddiel and Bessie/Anni). Henry was born in Wales, to Russian Jewish parents.

David’s paternal grandmother was named Sylvia Baumgart (the daughter of Oscar Baumgart and Bertha Kalinsky). Sylvia was born in Whitechapel, London.

David’s maternal grandfather was named Ernst.

06/04/2019 – Alexa Demie – HBO’s “Euphoria” Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals – Cinerama Dome, 6360 Sunset Boulevard – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Guillermo Proano / PR Photos

Birth Name: Alexa Demie Wilson-Danerstorm

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: December 11, c. early 1990s

Ethnicity:
*paternal grandfather – Swedish, other
*paternal grandmother – Ashkenazi Jewish
*mother – Mexican [Indigenous]

Alexa Demie is an American actress, singer, and model. She plays Maddy Perez on the series Euphoria.

Alexa’s mother, Rose Mendez, is a celebrity make-up artist and writer, of Mexican descent. She was born in Michoacán and came to the United States in the 1980s.

Alexa’s paternal grandfather was named John Robert Vanerstrom.

Alexa’s paternal grandmother was Carole E. Unrot (the daughter of Abraham “Al” Unrot and Eve/Rebecca Martin). Abraham was born in Canada, the son of Meyer/Max Unrot and Chaya/Annia/Anna Werek, who were Polish Jews/Russian Jews. Eve was born in Scotland, the daughter of Samuel “Sam” Martin and Pauline “Polly” Keller, who were Russian Jews.

Alexa’s grandmother Carole re-married to musician Dennis Wilson, of The Beach Boys, in 1965. Dennis was the brother of musicians Brian Wilson and Carl Wilson. Dennis adopted Alexa’s father. Through this line, Alexa is a first cousin, once removed, of Dennis’s nieces, musicians Carnie Wilson and Wendy Wilson, and a first cousin, twice removed, of Dennis’s cousin, musician Mike Love.

Alexa’s maternal grandmother is named Isabel Magaña.

Sources: Alexa Demie talking about her Mexican heritage – https://www.vogue.mx

Genealogy of Alexa Demie (focusing on her father’s side) – https://www.geni.com

Alexa’s paternal great-grandfather, Abraham “Al” Unrot, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Alexa’s paternal great-grandmother, Eve/Rebecca (Martin) Kaminsky/Cominsky, on the 1940 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

08/19/2018 – Ryan Newman – The Asylum and Syfy’s “The Last Sharknado: It’s About Time” TV Movie Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals – Cinemark Playa Vista and XD, 12746 W Jefferson Boulevsard – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Photo Credit: / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Ryan Whitney Newman

Place of Birth: Manhattan Beach, California, U.S.

Date of Birth: April 24, 1998

Ethnicity:
*75% Ashkenazi Jewish
*25% British Isles/English

Ryan Newman is an American actress and model.

She has said that she is “half Jewish… half Christian… mostly Jewish.” Her paternal grandfather and maternal grandparents were/are Jewish.

Ryan’s paternal grandfather was Richard Ferdinand Newman (the son of Harry Henry Newman and Sophie Pick). Harry was the son of Louis Samuel Neumann and Rosa Meirowitz. Sophie was the daughter of Ferdinand Pick and Miriam Katie De Fries.

Ryan’s paternal grandmother is Patricia Aylesworth Morris (the daughter of Charles William Morris and Jennie Virginia Ready). Patricia was born in New York. Charles was born in Washington, D.C., the son of Charles Robert Morris and Ena Grace Mills. Jennie was born in Illinois, the daughter of Thomas Willard Ready and Grace Ethel Mihills.

Ryan’s maternal grandfather was named Jerry Refold.

Ryan’s maternal grandmother is named Barbara Siegel.

Vaynerchuk in 2017, photo by Vaynermedia

Birth name: Gennady Vaynerchuk

Place of birth: Babruysk, Byelorussian SSR, Soviet Union (now Belarus)

Date of birth: November 14, 1975

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Gary Vaynerchuk, or Garyvee, is an American entrepreneur, New York Times bestselling author, and internet personality.

Gary was born in Babruysk, Belarus, then part of the Soviet Union. His family is Jewish. He moved to the U.S. with his family when he was three years old in 1978, settling in Queens, New York. He is able to speak some Russian.

Source: https://twitter.com