Birth Name: Christian Stephen Yelich

Place of Birth: Thousand Oaks, Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: December 5, 1991

Ethnicity: Serbian (paternal grandfather), Japanese (maternal grandfather), Croatian, Bulgarian, German, English, Danish, Scottish, remote Dutch

Christian Yelich is an American professional baseball left fielder.

Christian’s paternal grandfather is Stephen Yelich (the son of Christ Yelich and Anne Leshanovich). Christ was born in Serbia, the son of John Yalich and Yevra. Anne was born in New York, the daughter of Luka Lešanović/Leshanovich, who was from Belgrade, Serbia, and of Ljubica.

Christian’s paternal grandmother is Rosalie “Rose” Sammy (the daughter of Louis Sammy and Raina/Irene Theodoreoff/Theodoroff). Louis was from Croatia. Raina was Bulgarian.

Christian’s maternal grandfather is Mineo Dan Oda. Mineo is Japanese.

Christian’s maternal grandmother is Bonnie Lynn Gehrke (the daughter of Clarence Fred Gehrke and Marilyn Palmer). Bonnie is from a Mormon family. Clarence was an American football player, and was the son of Fred Richard Gehrke and Augusta Tichelmann, who were born in Königsberg, Germany, then in Russia. Marilyn was the daughter of Bart/Bert Conrad Palmer and Vera Mariger.

Sources: Christian’s paternal great-grandfather, Christ Yelich, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Christian’s paternal great-grandmother, Anne (Leshanovich) Yelich) – http://www.heraldargus.com

Passenger record of Christian’s paternal great-grandfather, Luka Lešanović/Leshanovich – https://www.libertyellisfoundation.org

Marriage record of Christian’s paternal great-grandparents, Louis Sammy and Raina/Irene Theodoreoff/Theodoroff – https://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Christian’s maternal grandfather, Mineo Dan Oda – https://familysearch.org

Marriage record of Christian’s maternal great-grandparents, Clarence Fred Gehrke and Marilyn Palmer – https://familysearch.org

Genealogy of Christian’s maternal great-grandfather, Clarence Fred Gehrke – https://www.findagrave.com

Christian’s maternal great-grandfather, Clarence Fred Gherke, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://familysearch.org

Christian’s maternal great-grandmother, Marilyn Palmer, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://familysearch.org

Christian’s maternal great-great-grandfather, Bart/Bert Conrad Palmer, on the 1900 U.S. Census – https://familysearch.org

Genealogy of Christian’s maternal great-great-grandmother, Vera Mariger – https://www.findagrave.com

Birth Name: Alexis René Glabach

Place of Birth: Santa Monica, Los Angeles, California, U.S. (presumably)

Date of Birth: November 23, 1996

Ethnicity: Serbian (maternal grandfather), German, English, Irish

Alexis Ren is an American model and Internet personality.

Alexis is the daughter of Cynthia Laine (Berkich) and Gaylord Frank Glabach.

Alexis’ paternal grandfather was Francis Conroy “Frank” Glabach (the son of Ludwig Glabach and Catherine “Kate” Doerhoefer). Frank was born in Michigan, to German parents.

Alexis’ paternal grandmother was likely named Ruth Marie.

Alexis’ maternal grandfather was DuSean/Donald Berkich (the son of Nicholas “Nick” Berkich and Ann Milica “Mitza” Kuruzovick). Nicholas likely was the son of Rada/Rade/Rody Brkić/Berkich and Kata/Katie/Catherine, who were Serbian. Ann was the daughter of Peter Kuruzović/Kuruzovick/Kuruzovich and Angeline/Angelina Julia Berkich, who were also Serbian.

Alexis’ maternal grandmother was Gwendolyn Elizabeth “Gwen” Fannin (the daughter of Grady Lloyd Fannin and Lucile Hall). Grady was the son of Jessie W. Fannin and Ozell Rea. Lucile was the daughter of Harry Hall and Mary.

Sources: Alexis’ paternal grandfather, Francis Conroy “Frank” Glabach, on the 1930 U.S. Census – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Alexis’s paternal grandfather, Francis Conroy “Frank” Glabach – http://www.legacy.com

Genealogy of Alexis’ mother – http://www.ancestry.com

Marriage record of Alexis’ maternal grandparents, DuSean/Donald Berkich and Gwendolyn Elizabeth “Gwen” Fannin – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Alexis’ maternal grandfather, DuSean/Donald Berkich – http://www.legacy.com

Alexis’ maternal great-grandfather, Nicholas “Nick” Berkich, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Death record of Alexis’ maternal great-grandfather, Nicholas “Nick” Berkich – https://www.findagrave.com

Obituary of Alexis’ maternal great-grandmother, Ann Milica “Mitza” (Kuruzovick) Berkich – http://www.findagrave.com

Death records of Alexis’ maternal great-great-grandparents, Peter Kuruzović/Kuruzovick/Kuruzovich and Angeline/Angelina Julia Berkich – https://www.findagrave.com

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Paula Marshall – 35th People’s Choice Awards Nomination Announcement Press Conference – The Peninsula Hotel – Beverly Hills, CA. USA – Keywords: Paula Marshall – False – – Photo Credit: Albert L. Ortega / PR Photos

Birth Name: Paula Marie Marshall

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

Date of Birth: June 12, 1964

Ethnicity:
*Irish, Austrian (father)
*Serbian (mother)

Paula Marshall is an American actress.

Paula is the daughter of Betty (Matijevich) and James Gerard “Jim” Marshall. Her brother is Virginia politician Bob Marshall.

Paula is married to actor Danny Nucci, with whom she has a daughter.

Paula’s paternal grandfather was Patrick Joseph Marshall, Sr. (the son of James “Jim” Marshall and Mary White). James was born in Ireland, the son of John Marshall and Ellen Goulden. Mary was born in Pennsylvania, to Irish parents.

Paula’s paternal grandmother was named Elizabeth M. Getz. Elizabeth was born in Pennsylvania, to parents from Austria.

Paula’s maternal grandparents were Milovan “Milan” Matijevich and Danica “Dorothy” Popovich. Milovan and Danica were born in Yugoslavia, and were ethnic Serbians.

Sources: Obituary of Paula’s father – http://www.washingtonpost.com

Obituary of Paula’s mother – http://obittree.com

Sarah Sokolovic – HBO’s “Big Little Lies” TV Series Season 1 Premiere – Arrivals – TCL Chinese Theater, 6925 Hollywood Boulevard – Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Izumi Hasegawa / PRPhotos.com

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

Date of Birth: May 9, 1980

Ethnicity:
*Serbian (father)
*Swedish, English, German (mother)

Sarah Sokolovic is an American film, television, and theatre actress.

Sarah is the daughter of Donna Mae (Stowell) Mandelin and Dimso “Dan” Sokolovic. Sarah’s father likely was born in Germany, and was of Serbian descent. Sarah’s mother is American, and has English, German, and Swedish roots.

Sarah’s paternal grandfather was Bozidar Sokolovic (the son of Simo Sokolovic and Stanislava Brkovic). Bozidar was born in Drvar, Yugoslavia (now Bosnia and Herzegovina).

Sarah’s paternal grandmother was Nevenka Radjenovic (the daughter of Stevan “Stevo” Radjenovic and Mileva). Nevenka was born in Lika, Yugoslavia (now Croatia).

Sarah’s maternal grandfather was Donald George Stowell (the son of George Guy Stowell and Augusta). George was the son of George B. “Geo” Stowell and Merilla Dette Pease. Augusta was born in Sweden.

Sarah’s maternal grandmother was Evelyn Margaret Vollbrecht (the daughter of Frank Vollbrecht and Otellia/Otelia Scharnow). Frank was the son of German parents, Henry Vollbrecht and Maria Schulz. Ottelia was also the daughter of German parents, August Scharnow and Emilie Lichtenberg.

Sources: Genealogy of Sarah Sokolovic – http://www.genealogy.com

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

Obituary of Sarah’s maternal grandfather, Donald G. Stowell – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Sarah’s maternal grandmother, Evelyn Margaret Stowell – http://www.familysearch.org

Birth Name: Dillon Hart Francis

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: October 5, 1987

Ethnicity:
*Serbian, Croatian (mother)

Dillon Francis is an American DJ and record producer.

His father, Robert Drew Francis, is an American alternative medicine doctor. His mother, Katica (Kranzelić), is Serbo-Croatian.

Source: Birth record of Dillon Francis – https://www.familysearch.org

Stefan Kapicic – Secret Room Gifting Lounge in Honor of the 2018 Golden Globes – SLS Beverly Hills Hotel, 465 S La Cienega Blvd – Beverly Hills, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Sir Jones / PRPhotos.com

Place of Birth: Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, West Germany

Date of Birth: December 1, 1978

Ethnicity: Montenegrin/Serbian

Stefan Kapičić is a Serbian actor. He is the son of Slobodanka “Beba” Zugić, an actress, and Dragan Kapičić, a retired basketball player. His father is Serbian and his mother is Montenegrin. Both his parents were born in Belgrade, Serbia.

Stefan’s paternal grandfather was Jovo Kapičić. Jovo was born in Gaeta, Italy, of Montenegrin descent.

Brannon Braga – 2016 PaleyLive LA – “Salem” TV Series Season 3 Premiere Screening and Conversation – Arrivals – The Paley Center for Media, 465 N Beverly Drive – Beverly Hills, CA, USA –  Photo Credit: Guillermo Proano / PR Photos

Birth Name: Brannon Michael Braga

Place of Birth: Bozeman, Montana, U.S.

Date of Birth: August 14 or August 15, 1965

Ethnicity: Italian, Serbian, English, possibly other

Brannon Braga is an American television producer, director, and screenwriter.

Brannon is the son of Scherry Elaine Novakovich and John Mark Braga. He has a sister, Tasha.

Brannon’s paternal grandfather was Felix John Braga (the son of Antonio/Anthony Braga and Angelina Toti). Felix was born in Minnesota, to Italian parents.

Brannon’s paternal grandmother was named Ann Rudman.

Brannon’s maternal grandfather was Leslie Vladimir “Monk” Novakovich (the son of Milan Nikolai Novakovich and Agnes O. Ozanich). Leslie was born in Wyoming. Milan was born in Andrijevica, Yugoslavia (now Andrijevica, Montenegro), the son of Nik Novakovich and Mary Marinovich. Agnes was born in Austria, the daughter of Johann/John Ozanich/Ozanic and Margaret. Milan was listed as a Serbian speaker on the 1930 U.S. Census.

Brannon’s maternal grandmother was Bertha Louise “Bettie/Betty” Newsone (the daughter of Ed/Jack R. Newsone and Bertha Tennessee Winchester). Ed and Bertha were born in Tennessee.

Sources: Marriage record of Brannon’s parents – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Brannon’s maternal grandfather, Leslie “Monk” Novakovich – http://www.familysearch.org

Birth Name: Robert F. Kerkovich

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

Date of Birth: August 11, 1979

Ethnicity:
*Croatian or Serbian (father)
*French-Canadian, possibly other (mother)

Rob Kerkovich is an American television and film actor.

Rob is the son of Maureen and Thomas Kerkovich.

Rob’s paternal grandparents were Matteo Kerkovich and Anna. Matteo and Anna were born in Yugoslavia.

Rob’s maternal grandmother was Jeannette/Jeannett Marie Collette (the daughter of William J. Collette and Clarinda/Clarenda Riendeau). Jeannette was born in Massachusetts. William was born in Massachusetts, the son of French-Canadian parents, Gilas Collette and LeaRose/Rose/Rosalie St. Jean, who were from Québec. Clarinda was born in Massachusetts, to French-Canadian parents, Pierre Riendeau and Marie Onesime Mercure, who were also from Québec.

Sources: Birth record of Rob’s maternal grandmother, Jeannette/Jeannett Marie Collette – http://www.familysearch.org

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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: Luka Yovetich

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

Date of Birth: August 18, 1975

Ethnicity:
*Serbian (father)
*Scottish, Irish, English, some German (mother)

Luka Jones is an American comedian and actor.

Luka is the son of Diana and Gene Yovetich. He was raised in Illinois and Colorado.

Luka’s paternal grandfather is Eli Yovetich (the son of Mile/Mike Jovetic and Mary Poznic). Eli was born in Kansas, and was of Serbian descent. Mile was born in Plaški, Karlovac, Croatia, the son of Rade Jovetic and Starka Ralich. Mary was born in either Yugoslavia or Austria.

Luka’s paternal grandmother is Mary Skorupan (the daughter of Peter D. “Pete” Skorupan and Alla “Helen” Timotejevic/Temorovich). Mary was born in Kansas. Peter was born in either Yugoslavia or Austria, and was a member of a Serbian Orthodox Church. Alla was born in Yugoslavia.

Luka’s maternal grandfather is Dwane Leon Wallace (the son of Eugene Wallace and Grace Opal Cessna). Dwane was born in Kansas. Eugene was born in Missouri, the son of Alfred Newton Wallace and Cora M. Hubbell. Grace was born in Kansas, the daughter of James William Cessna and Mary Vandora Skates.

Luka’s maternal grandmother is Velma Ruth Lunt (the daughter of John William Lunt and Elfie Oral Bodkin). Velma was born in Kansas. John was born in Illinois, the son of Benjamin R. Lunt and Annie M. Harding. Elfie was born in Illinois, the daughter of Robert T. Bodkin and Margaret Minerva Wright.

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

Obituary of Luka’s maternal grandfather, Dwane Leon Wallace – https://www.nytimes.com

Obituary of Luka’s maternal grandmother, Velma Ruth (Lunt) Wallace – http://www.legacy.com

08/16/2018 – Emilija Baranac – Netflix’s “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” Los Angeles Special Screening – Arrivals – ArcLight Cinemas – Culver City, CA, USA –  Photo Credit: / PRPhotos.com 

Place of Birth: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Date of Birth: August 4, 1994

Ethnicity: Serbian

Emilija Baranac is a Canadian actress and model. Her parents are Serbian.

05/08/2019 – Tana Mongeau – Fashion Nova x Cardi B Collection Launch Party – Arrivals – The Hollywood Palladium, 6215 Sunset Boulevard – Hollywood, CA , USA – Photo Credit: / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Tana Marie Mongeau

Place of Birth: Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.

Date of Birth: June 24, 1998

Ethnicity: French, Swedish, Scottish, Serbian, some Czech

Tana Mongeau is an American internet personality and rapper.

Tana’s paternal grandparents are named Richard John Grilz and Patricia Jeanne Moeller. The surname Mongeau likely is from a step-grandfather.

10/08/2016 – Walter Parkes – “Keeping Up With The Joneses” Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals – Fox Studios – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Photo Credit: PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Walter Steven Fishman

Place of Birth: Bakersfield, Kern, California, U.S.

Date of Birth: April 15, 1951

Ethnicity:
*likely Ashkenazi Jewish (father)
*Croatian or Serbian (mother)

Walter Parkes is an American producer, screenwriter, and media executive.

He is married to film producer Laurie MacDonald, with whom he has two children.

Walter’s maternal grandfather is Nickolas/Nicholas “Nick” Margaretich/Miller (the son of George Margaretich and Caroline Petrovich). Nickolas was born in Austria/Yugoslavia.

Walter’s maternal grandmother is Mayra/Myra/Mira Destefani/Sestefani (the daughter of Murko Destefani and Lucia Sakcevick). Mayra was born in Austria/Yugoslavia.

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

Birth Name: Hilary Novakovich

Place of Birth: Colorado, U.S.

Date of Birth: March 7, 1970

Ethnicity: Serbian (paternal grandfather), English, German, Welsh, Scottish

Hilary Weeks is an American singer, songwriter, and musician. She is known for her worship and gospel music version of Christian country and Christian pop.

Hilary is the daughter of Linda and Michael Novakovich. She is married to Timothy Weeks, with whom she has four children.

Her family is of the LDS (Mormon) faith.

Hilary’s paternal grandfather was Stephen/Veljko Novakovich (the son of Duro T. Novakovich and Sofia Panich). Stephen was born in Budanica, and was of Serbian descent.

Hilary’s paternal grandmother was Amy Cleo Jenkins (the daughter of George Arthur Jenkins and Annetta Pearl Williams). Amy was born in Utah. George was the son of George Washington Jenkins, who was of German, Scottish, and Welsh descent, and of Rebecca Ann Roberts, whose parents were English. Annetta was the daughter of William Wallace Williams, who was likely Welsh, and of Sarah Melvina Adams.

Hilary’s maternal grandfather was John Ernest Buckwalter (the son of John Edwin Buckwalter and Eliza Wild). Hilary’s grandfather John was born in Utah. Hilary’s great-grandfather John was the son of John Edwin Buckwalter, who had German ancestry, and of Susan Morris, who was English. Eliza was the daughter of English parents, Joseph Wild and Hannah Binns.

Hilary’s maternal grandmother was Florence Logsdon (the daughter of Simon Peter Logsdon and Susanna Wagstaff). Florence was born in Utah. Simon was the son of Dennis Logsdon and Lydia Ann Ash. Susanna was the daughter of Amos Wagstaff, who was English, and of Susannah Proctor.

Sources: Genealogy of Hilary Weeks (focusing on her father’s side) – https://wc.rootsweb.com

Genealogy of Hilary’s paternal great-grandfather, George Arthur Jenkins – https://www.findagrave.com

Obituary of Hilary’s paternal great-grandfather, George Arthur Jenkins – https://www.familysearch.org

Genealogy of Hilary’s paternal great-grandmother, Annetta Pearl Williams – https://www.findagrave.com

Genealogy of Hilary’s mother – https://wc.rootsweb.com

Obituary of Hilary’s maternal uncle – https://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Hilary’s maternal grandmother, Florence (Logsdon) Buckwalter – https://www.familysearch.org

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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Vlamis in 2019, photo by kathclick/Bigstock.com

Birth Name: Michael George Vlamis

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

Date of Birth: March 27, 1990

Ethnicity:
*37.5% Lebanese
*25% Greek
*25% Serbian
*12.5% English

Michael Vlamis is an American actor and filmmaker.

Michael’s paternal grandfather was Michael Sam Vlamis (the son of Spiro Sam Vlamis and Jennie/Demetra Tripelas). Michael’s grandfather Michael was born in Illinois. Spiro was born in Chania, Crete, the son of George Vlamis and Carrie Georgiakos. Jennie was born in Greece, the daughter of Theodore Tripelas and Margo Koumas.

Michael’s paternal grandmother was Vera Zorich (the daughter of Mihajlo/Mike Zorich and Nora Sasovic/Sachevich). Vera was born in Illinois, to Serbian parents from Montenegro. Michael’s great-grandfather Mike was born in Nikšić.

Michael’s maternal grandfather is George J. Rashid, Jr. (the son of George J. Rashid, Sr. and Nabeeha Samara). George, Sr. was born in Illinois, to Lebanese parents from Marjayoun, Yahroob/Jacob Farris Rashid and Sadie/Saide Gebran Kouri/al-Khoury. Nabeeha was born in Marjayoun, Lebanon.

Michael’s maternal grandmother is Shirley Jean Wakin (the daughter of Joseph/Joe Wakin and Martha/Mattie Irene Dodd). Joseph was born in Arkansas, to Lebanese parents from Zahle, Assad Wakin and Ramsey Tamer. Martha was the daughter of Harry Dodd and Lydia Parlee Wood.

08/04/2019 – Monet Mazur – The CW’s Summer 2019 TCA All-Star Party – Arrivals – The Beverly Hilton Hotel, 9876 Wilshire Boulevard – Beverly Hills, CA, USA – Photo Credit: / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Monet Happy Mazur

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, U.S.

Date of Birth: April 17, 1976

Ethnicity:
*50% Ashkenazi Jewish
*25% Serbian
*25% mix of English, German, and Scottish

Monet Mazur is an American actress and model.

Monet is the daughter of model Valerie Chasin and illustrator Ruby Mazur. Monet’s father is Jewish. Monet’s mother has English, German, Scottish, and Croatian/Serbian ancestry.

One of Monet’s half-brothers is actor Matisse Mazur. Monet is cousin of American vocalist, rapper, and record producer Epic Mazur. Monet has two children with her former husband, British writer, producer, and director Alex de Rakoff.

Monet’s maternal grandfather was John Joseph Yule (the son of Eldred John Yule and Bertha Agnes Romer). John was born in California. Eldred was born in British Columbia, Canada, the son of Joseph Browning Yule, whose parents were Scottish and English, and of Mary Jane Rusk, whose mother was English. Bertha was born in California, to German parents, Joseph Romer and Anna Mader.

Monet’s maternal grandmother was Mary Ann/Edna Davis (the daughter of Rada Davidovac/Davidovacz/Davidovich, later Rudolph Davis, and of Julia Eva Ragusich/Regusich). Mary was born in Ohio, to Serbian parents. Her father was from Elemir. Julia’s mother’s surname was Paunovic.

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

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Nikola Tesla on a 1994 banknote in Yugoslavia, photo by Candyman/Bigstock.com

Date of Birth: 10 July, 1856

Place of Birth: Smiljan, Austrian Empire (now Croatia)

Date of Death: January 7, 1943

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

Ethnicity: Serbian

Nikola Tesla was a Serbian and American inventor, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, and futurist. He is known for contributing to the design of the modern (AC) electricity supply system.

Nikola was the son of Đuka Mandić and Milutin Tesla, an Eastern Orthodox priest. He had ancestors from western Serbia, near Montenegro. Nikola moved to Prague, Budapest, and Paris, before coming to the U.S. He lived in New York and Colorado Springs, Colorado. He was an Austrian citizen until 1891, when he became a U.S. citizen.

Nikola’s paternal grandfather was Nikola Milutinov Tesla (the son of Milutin Tomislavljev Tesla and Stana Dimitrijina Popović). Nikola’s grandfather Nikola was born in Gospić, Općina Gospić, Lika-Senj County. Milutin was the son of Tomislav Tesla and Zorka Markova Ždero. Stana was the daughter of Dimitrije Markov Popović and Stoja Jarčević.

Nikola’s paternal grandmother was named Ana Kalinic.

Nikola’s maternal grandfather was named Nikola Tomin Mandić (the son of Tomo Petrov Mandić). Nikola’s grandfather Nikola was born in Gračac, Zadar, and was an Orthodox priest. Tomo was the son of Petar Mandić.

Nikola’s maternal grandmother was Sofija Budisavljević (the daughter of Tomo Markov Budisavljević and Dragojka Mandić). Sofija was born in Tomingaj, Općina Gračac, Zadar. Tomo was the son of Marko Manojlov Budisavljević.

Source: Genealogy of Nikola Tesla – https://www.geni.com

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Place of Birth: Doylestown, Pennsylvania, U.S.

Date of Birth: March 15, 1962

Ethnicity:
*50% Montenegrin Serbian
*25% Rusyn
*25% Italian

Michael Smerconish is an American radio host and television presenter, newspaper columnist, author, and lawyer. He is the host of The Michael Smerconish Program on radio and Smerconish on CNN.

Michael is the son of Florence and Walter Smerconish. He is married to Lavinia Nardini.

Michael’s paternal grandfather was Wasil N. Smerakanich (the son of Elias/Elko Smerakanich and Anna Dehra). Wasil was born in Pennsylvania, to parents from Galicia. They were of the Orthodox Christian religion.

Michael’s paternal grandmother was Mildred Walker (the daughter of Domenico Vaccaro/Walker and Mary Capparell). Mildred was born in Pennsylvania, to Italian parents, from Cosenza, Calabria. Domenico was born in Lungro, the son of Nicolo Vacaro and Rose Ferrara. Mary was the daughter of Saverio Capparell and Martha Cortese.

Michael’s maternal grandfather was Nikola Mirkov Grujicich/Grujcic/Grovich (the son of Marko Grujicich/Grujcic and Plana Krannem). Nikola was born in Montenegro.

Michael’s maternal grandmother was named Vukica/Victoria Ivanisevich/Ivanicevich (the daughter of Milo Ivanisevich and Milica). Vukica was born in Cetinje, a village in Montenegro, formerly Yugoslavia.

Source: Michael outlines his family history – https://www.dallasnews.com

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Birth Name: Ever Gabo Anderson

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, U.S.

Date of Birth: November 3, 2007

Ethnicity:
*father – English
*mother – Montenegrin-Serbian, Russian

Ever Anderson is an American actress. She will play the female lead Wendy in the film Peter Pan.

She is the daughter of actress Ukrainian-born American Milla Jovovich and English director, producer, and screenwriter Paul W. S. Anderson.

Ever’s maternal grandfather was named Bogic Bogdanovic Jovovic (the son of Bogdan Jovović). Bogdan was the son of Bogić Camić Jovović and Milica. Bogic was born in Montenegro.

Ever’s maternal grandmother was actress Galina Jovovich (born Galina Aleksandrovna Loginova; the daughter of Alexander/Mikhail Vasilevich Loginov and Tatiana Ivanovna Popova). Galina was born in Tuapse, Russia, to parents from Tula. Alexander was the son of Vasily Loginov. Tatiana was the daughter of Ivan Popov.

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