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What's the oldest photograph in your family photo collection?

Today we celebrate actress Hedy Lamarr, who was born on this day in 1914. geni.com/blog/profile-of-the…

From maiden names to fraternal symbols to birthplaces, headstones sometimes preserve details paper records missed. Have you uncovered an unexpected clue or revelation directly from an ancestor's grave marker?

Happy birthday to Sally Field! Today the actress turns 80. How are you related? geni.com/blog/profile-of-the…

Do you remember your first album?

Today we remember legendary star Vivien Leigh, who was born on this day in 1913. geni.com/blog/profile-of-the…

Some of the most enduring grandparent nicknames started when a toddler couldn’t quite pronounce "Grandma" or "Grandpa" and it stuck forever. What hilarious or sweet accidental nickname became an official family title?

On this day in 1879, vaudeville performer and cowboy humorist Will Rogers was born. Rogers is remembered as "America's Cowboy Philosopher." geni.com/blog/profile-of-the…

What's one discovery that helped you piece together a missing branch in your family tree?

On this day in 1926, legendary sharpshooter Annie Oakley died at the age of 66. A major star of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show, Oakley gained fame by showcasing her excellent marksmanship abilities. geni.com/blog/profile-of-the…

What comfort dish reminds you of home?

On this day in 1755, Marie Antoinette was born. How are you related? geni.com/blog/profile-of-the…

Happy Halloween! Long before store-bought superhero outfits, Halloween meant bedsheet ghosts, cardboard robots, and costumes hand-stitched by mom. What was your most memorable homemade costume growing up?

Don't know how someone is connected yet in the family tree? Learn how to use the Create a Branch feature to build an unconnected family tree on Geni. geni.com/blog/geni-tips-expl…

On this day in 1735, John Adams, the second President of the United States, was born. How are you related? geni.com/blog/profile-of-the…

We are sadden to hear about the passing of Sir Patrick Stewart (1940-2026). From the classical stage to the bridge of the Enterprise, his artistry touched generations of admirers around the world. Rest in peace, Captain. geni.com/people/Sir-Patrick-…

On October 29, 1891, original “Funny Girl” Fanny Brice was born. Brice is considered to be one of America’s first female comedy superstars. geni.com/blog/profile-of-the…

From hand-carved rocking chairs to wooden toys, physical crafts often outlast the generations who made them. What handmade piece of furniture or woodwork is sitting in your home right now?

On this day in 1914, Dr. Jonas Salk was born. Salk developed the first successful polio vaccine, saving countless lives. geni.com/blog/profile-of-the…

What's an old fashioned name in your family tree that you think should make a comeback?