Birth Name: Geoffrey Nels Fieger

Place of Birth: Detroit, Michigan, U.S.

Date of Birth: December 23, 1950

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

Geoffrey Fieger is an American attorney. He is a senior partner at the law firm of Fieger, Fieger, Kenney & Harrington P.C., and a legal commentator for NBC and MSNBC.

He is a candidate for the Democratic Party’s nomination for President of the United States in 2020.

Geoffrey is the son of June Beth (Oberer) and Bernard Julian Fieger. His brother was singer, songwriter, and musician Doug Fieger, who was the rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist for the band The Knack.

His father was Jewish. His mother was of Norwegian descent.

Rita Rudner – 2011 Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala – Arrivals – Palm Springs Convention Center – Palm Springs, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Bob Charlotte / PR Photos

Birth Name: Rita C. Rudner

Place of Birth: Miami, Florida, United States

Date of Birth: September 17, 1953

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Rita Rudner is an American comedian, writer, and actress. She is the daughter of Frances, a homemaker, and Abe Rudner, a lawyer.

Birth Name: Justin David Blau

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

Date of Birth: January 9, 1991

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

3LAU is an American DJ and electronic dance music producer.

His father, Russell Mark Blau, is a lawyer, and is of Jewish descent. His mother, Linda May (Wallace), is an enterpreneur.

3LAU’s patrilineal ancestry can be traced back to his third great-grandfather, Naftaly Blau.

3LAU’s paternal grandfather was Martin Blau (the son of Edward Blau and Pauline Feiring). Martin was the vice president for advertising and publicity of Columbia Pictures International. Edward was the son of Austrian Jewish emigrants, Samuel “Sam” Blau and Sarah Schreck. Pauline was an Austrian Jewish emigrant, and was the daughter of Moses Feiring and Celia Reh.

3LAU’s paternal grandmother was Cynthia Francine Klein (the daughter of John Klein and Regina “Gene” Tishman). John was the son of Hungarian Jewish emigrants, Isadore Klein and Fanny Chodoroff. Regina was the daughter of Polish Jewish emigrants, Isaac Tishman and Hannah Bramer.

3LAU’s maternal grandfather is Ralph Edward Wallace, Jr. (the son of Ralph Edward Wallace and Pauline Mary Gangelere). 3LAU’s great-grandfather Ralph’s father, Frederick Wallace, was an Australian emigrants, from Sydney, New South Wales, whose own parents were English. 3LAU’s great-grandfather’s Ralph’s mother, Patience Louise Hiscock, was a Canadian emigrant, from St. John’s, Newfoundland (now part of Newfoundland and Labrador), and was of English descent. Pauline was the daughter of Italian emigrants, Pasquale Gangelere and Angelina Camarata.

3LAU’s maternal grandmother is Irene May.

Sources: Genealogy of 3LAU (focusing on his father’s side) – https://www.geni.com

Marriage announcement of 3LAU’s parents – http://www.nytimes.com

Genealogy of 3LAU’s maternal grandfather, Ralph Edward Wallace, Jr. – https://www.geni.com

Sara Netanyahu – 2012 American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) Policy Conference – Walter Washington Convention Center – Washington, DC, USA – Photo Credit: Laurence Agron / PR Photos

Birth Name: Sara Ben-Artzi

Place of Birth: Kiryat Tiv’on, Israel

Date of Birth: 5 November, 1958

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Sara Netanyahu is an Israeli educational and career psychologist. She is the wife of Benjamin Netanyahu, who has been Prime Minister of Israel, since 2009, and previously from 1996 to 1999. They have two children.

Sara is the daughter of Chava/Hava (Paritzky‎‏) and Shmuel Ben-Artzi (born Samuel Han/Haan), a writer, poet, and educator. Her father was born in Biłgoraj, Congress Poland, Russian Empire. Her mother is a sixth-generation Jerusalemite.

Sara’s paternal grandfather was Moishe/Moshe Han/Hon (the son of Zeev Hon and Khana Beile). Moishe was born in Tarnogród, Biłgoraj County, Lublin Voivodeship.

Sara’s paternal grandmother was named Chava Sima Tauber.

Sara’s maternal grandfather was named Dov Paritzky‎‏.

Source: Genealogy of Sara Netanyahu – https://www.geni.com

Birth Name: Molly June Gordon

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: December 6, 1994

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Molly Gordon is an American actress.

She is the daughter of Jessie Nelson (Jessica Eva Nelson), a producer and screenplay writer, and Bryan Gordon, a director, writer, and producer. Her aunt, Davia Nelson, is one of The Kitchen Sisters, who are radio producers.

Molly’s paternal grandfather was Lewis/Louis A. Gordon (the son of Arron Gordon and Fannie). Lewis was born in Maryland, to Russian Jewish parents.

Molly’s paternal grandmother was Anne Jacobson (the daughter of Morris Jacobson and Celia Topel). Anne was born in Illinois, to Russian Jewish parents.

Molly’s maternal grandfather was Leonard Nelson. Leonard was born in New York, and was also Jewish.

Molly’s maternal grandmother was Alice J. Dritz (the daughter of Harry Dritz and Roselyn). Alice was born in New York. Harry was a Russian Jewish immigrant. Roselyn was born in New Jersey, to Russian Jewish parents.

Sources: Molly’s paternal grandfather, Lewis/Louis A. Gordon, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Molly’s paternal grandmother, Anne Jacobson, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Molly’s paternal grandmother, Anne (Jacobson) Gordon – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Molly’s maternal grandfather, Leonard Nelson – http://www.legacy.com

Molly’s maternal grandmother, Alice J. Dritz, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Photo by Joe Seer/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Patrick Fischler – HBO’s “Veep” Season 2 Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals – Paramount Studios – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Keywords: Orientation: Portrait Face Count: 1 – False – Photo Credit: Emiley Schweich / PR Photos

Birth Name: Patrick S. Fischler

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: December 29, 1969

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Patrick Fischler is an American actor. Patrick is married to actress Lauren Bowles, with whom he has a daughter. Lauren is a half-sister of actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus.

Patrick is the son of Eileen Mary (Cann/Cahn) and William Berthold “Bill” Fischler.

Patrick’s paternal grandparents were Bernard Fischler and May Levinson. Bernard was born in either Austria or Romania. May was born in New York, to parents from Austria.

Sources: Birth record of Patrick Fischler – http://www.familysearch.org

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

Death record of Patrick’s father – http://www.familysearch.org

Birth Name: Lewis James Pullman

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: January 29, 1993

Ethnicity:
*25% British Isles [English, Scottish, Northern Irish]
*25% Dutch
*25% Ashkenazi Jewish
*25% Norwegian

Lewis Pullman is an American actor. He is the son of actor Bill Pullman and modern dancer and artist Tamara Hurwitz.

Lewis’s paternal grandfather was James Pullman (the son of James Pullman and Mabel Ross Brazier). Lewis’s grandfather James was born in New York. Lewis’s great-grandfather James was the son of The Rev. Joseph Pullman, who was a Protestant minister, from Skerries, County Dublin, Ireland, and of Mary Elizabeth Cooke, who was English. Mabel was from Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and was the daughter of Henry Brazier and Elizabeth/Eliza McCallum.

Lewis’s paternal grandmother was Johanna Blaas (the daughter of Albertas Gysbertus Blaas and Helena Rookus). Johanna was born in New York, to Dutch parents. Albertas was the son of Hendrikus Blaas and Johanna Maria Bernardina van Wijk. Helena was the daughter of Johan Rookus and Carolina/Caroline/Cornelia Henrietta Beeke.

Lewis’s maternal grandfather was Albert “Al” Hurwitz (the son of Benjamin/Boris Hurwitz and Rachel/Ray Pushkin). Albert was born in Maryland, to Jewish immigrants. Benjamin was born in Usviaty, Vitebsk reg, Russia, the son of Shmuel Gurevich and Dina Zak, from Krustpils, Latvia. Rachel was born in Viciebsk, Vitebsk province, Belarus.

Lewis’s maternal grandmother was Helen Olga Trilhus (the daughter of Miller A. Trilhus and Hannah E. Windloss). Helen was born in Iowa. Her immigrant grandfather homesteaded in exchange for service in the Civil War. Miller was born in Iowa, to Norwegian parents. Hannah was born in North Dakota, also to Norwegian parents, Osmund H. Windlos/Windloss and Anne Margarette Eriksdatter Bjerke, who was from Røsaasen, Hurdal, Akershus.

Sources: Genealogy of Lewis Pullman – https://www.geni.com

Genealogy of Lewis’s father – http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com

Marriage record of Lewis’s paternal great-grandparents, James Pullman and Mabel Ross Brazier – https://familysearch.org

Genealogy of Lewis’s paternal great-great-grandmother, Johanna Maria Bernardina van Wijk – http://worldconnect.rootsweb.ancestry.com

Genealogy of Lewis’s paternal great-great-grandfather, Johan Rookus – http://worldconnect.rootsweb.ancestry.com

Genealogy of Lewis Pullman (focusing on his mother’s side) – https://www.geni.com

Lewis’s maternal grandmother, Helen Olga Trilhus, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Brandon Flynn – 69th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards – Arrivals – Microsoft Theater, 777 Chick Hearn Court – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Photo Credit: / PRPhotos.com

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

Date of Birth: October 11, 1993

Ethnicity: Irish, Ashkenazi Jewish

Brandon Flynn is an American actor. He is known for his role in the series 13 Reasons Why.

He is Jewish through at least his maternal grandmother. His surname is Irish.

Brandon’s maternal grandfather is named George Henry Soule.

Brandon’s maternal grandmother was Freda/Freida Ann Spector (the daughter of Julius Spector and Ruth Brown). Freda was born in Florida. Julius was born in Massachusetts, the son of Samuel J. Spector and Mary Kriensky, who were Russian Jewish emigrants, from Odessa. Ruth was born in Massachusetts, the daughter of Russian Jewish parents, Frank Brown and Mollie/Molly.

Sources: Genealogy of Brandon’s mother (focusing on her mother’s side) – http://www.spectorandsons.com

Brandon’s maternal great-grandmother, Ruth Brown, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org
Ruth Brown on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Clark James Gable (Clark Gable III) – Vikki Lizzi’s Birthday Bash Hosted by H.H. Dr. Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg Lippe – Private Residence – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Keywords: Clark James Gable (Clark Gable III) Orientation: Portrait Face Count: 1 – – Photo Credit: Gordon Vasquez / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Clark James Gable

Place of Birth: Malibu, Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: September 20, 1988

Ethnicity: German, along with 1/8th Hungarian, 1/8th Italian, 1/8th Ashkenazi Jewish, English, Irish, Scottish, Swiss-German, and remote Belgian

Clark James Gable is an American actor, model, and television presenter. He is the son of Tracy L. (Yarro), a hairdresser, and John Clark Gable, an actor. His stepfather is singer and musician Jason Scheff.

Clark’s father is of German, one quarter Hungarian, Irish, English, Swiss-German, and remote Belgian, descent. Clark’s mother’s ancestry is one quarter Italian, one quarter German, one quarter Ashkenazi Jewish, and one quarter a mix of English, Scottish, and some German.

Clark’s paternal grandfather was actor Clark Gable (the son of William Henry Gable and Adeline Hershelman). Clark’s grandfather Clark was born in Ohio. William was of German, some Swiss-German, distant Irish, and remote Belgian, descent, and was the son of Charles Gable and Nancy Ann Stainbrook. Adeline was the daughter of John J. Hershelman, whose parents were German, and Rosetta Clark, whose parents were Irish.

Clark’s paternal grandmother was actress Kay Williams (born Kathleen Gretchen Williams; the daughter of Jackson Franklin “John” Williams and Joan/Johanna Arelia Dechannel/Dechanell/Dehmel). Jackson had German and English ancestry, and was the son of George R. Williams and Alice Barbara Markey. Joan was born in Pennsylvania, to Hungarian parents, Mike Dezambo and Mary.

Clark’s maternal grandfather was Ralph James Yarro (the son of Ralph James Yarro/Inorio and Ruth Mate Kiehne). Clark’s great-grandfather Ralph was born in Connecticut, to Italian parents, Vito Vincenzo Inorio and Carolina/Caroline Primicerio/Pirmcero/Primeceo/Premcharico, from Naples. Ruth was born in Minnesota, to German parents, Ludwig Paul Herman Kiehne and Martha Tangerman.

Clark’s maternal grandmother was Linda Larae Lachman (the daughter of Earl Israel Lachman and Leah June Green). Earl was born in Maryland, to Russian Jewish parents, Herman/Hyman Chiam Lachman and Mary Goldman Finkelstein. Leah was born in Utah, to a Mormon family, and was the daughter of Amasa Lyman Green, whose father was English, and Ada Lenora Cutler, whose mother was Scottish.

Sources: Genealogies of Clark James Gable (focusing on his father’s side) – https://wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com
http://www.famechain.com

Genealogies of Clark’s paternal grandfather, Clark Gable – https://www.geni.com
https://www.wikitree.com
https://www.findagrave.com
http://www.politicalfamilytree.com

Genealogy of Clark’s paternal grandmother, Kay Williams – https://www.findagrave.com

Clark’s great-grandfather, Ralph James Yarro/Inorio, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Clark’s great-grandmother, Ruth Mate Kiehne, on the 1930 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Clark’s great-grandfather, Earl Israel Lachman, on the 1920 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Genealogy of Clark’s great-grandmother, Leah June Green – https://www.findagrave.com

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

Date of Birth: December 23, 1952

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Bill Kristol is an American political analyst and commentator. As a Republican, he served as Chief of Staff to the Vice President of the United States, Dan Quayle, from January 20, 1989 to January 20, 1993.

Bill is the son of Gertrude Himmelfarb, a historian, and Irving Kristol, a journalist, who was dubbed the “godfather of neoconservatism.” Both of his parents were born in New York, and all of his grandparents were Russian Jewish immigrants. Bill is married to Susan Scheinberg, with whom he has three children. Susan is also Jewish. Their daughter, Anne, is married to conservative writer and journalist Matthew Continetti.

Bill’s paternal grandparents were Joseph Kristol and Bessie Mailman.

Bill’s maternal grandparents were Mordechai Tzvi “Max” Himmelfarb and Hinda Bluma “Bertha” Lerner.

Source: Genealogy of Bill Kristol (focusing on his mother’s side) – https://www.geni.com

Chanel West Coast – 2017 Maxim Halloween Party – Arrivals – Los Angeles Center Studios – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Keywords: Vertical, annual Halloween bash, Costume Party, Social Event, Annual Event, Arrival, Attending, People, Person, Blue Carpet Event, Arts Culture and Entertainment, Celebrity, Celebrities, California Orientation: Portrait Face Count: 2 – False – Photo Credit: / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Chelsea Chanel Dudley

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: September 1, 1988

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

Chanel West Coast is an American rapper, singer, actress, model, and television personality.

Chanel is the daughter of Seth Nathaniel Kuriloff. Her father has Russian Jewish ancestry. Chanel’s stepmother is South African-born writer and teacher Linda Kuriloff (born Linda Maurel Sithole).

Chelsea’s paternal grandfather was named Ronald “Ron” Kuriloff.

Chelsea’s paternal grandmother was Maria Anna Calabro (the daughter of Matthew Calabro and Rosaria).

Sources: Birth record of Chanel West Coast – http://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Chanel’s paternal grandmother, Maria Anna (Calabro) Kuriloff – http://www.legacy.com

Birth Name: Micah Adam Hauptman

Place of Birth: Olmsted, Minnesota, United States

Date of Birth: December 26, 1973

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish, possibly other

Micah Hauptman is an American actor.

Micah is the son of Jeri Lynn (Pomerantz) and Stephen Phillip Hauptman. He was raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Micah’s mother is Jewish.

Micah’s maternal grandfather was Isadore Pomerantz/Pomerance (the son of Alex Pomerantz and Minnie Landau). Isadore was born in Warsaw, Poland. Alex was the son of Jacob Pomerantz.

Micah’s maternal grandmother was Mabel Smuleson (the daughter of Samuel Smuleson and Sophie Poder). Samuel was born in Russia, the son of Sol Smuleson and Bessie Kagan. Sophie was born in Illinois, to parents from Russia, Harris Poder and Mabel Blenness.

Sources: Birth record of Micah Hauptman – http://www.familysearch.org

Genealogy of Micah’s mother – http://www.geni.com

Photo by vonora/www.bigstockphoto.com/

Mark Romanek – 54th Annual Times BFI London Film Festival – “Never Let Me Go” Premiere – Arrivals – Odeon, Leicester Square – London, UK – Keywords: LMK73-22790-141010 Orientation: Portrait Face Count: 1 – 0 – Photo Credit: Landmark / PR Photos

Birth Name: Mark L. Romanek

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

Date of Birth: September 18, 1959

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Mark Romanek is an American filmmaker.

Mark is the son of Shirlee (Moscovitz/Moskovitz) and Marvin Romanek. Mark’s parents are Jewish.

Mark’s paternal grandparents were William A. Romanek and Bessie Katz. William and Bessie were born in Russia.

Mark’s maternal grandparents were Meyer Moskovitz and Lizzie/Libby. Meyer was born in Romania. Lizzie was from Lithuania.

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

Obituary of Mark’s aunt (mother’s sister), Rose (Moscovitz) Smoler – http://www.juf.org

Anna Biller – BleedFest Film Festival and FantAsian Film Fundraiser 2.0 – Arrivals – Cap Theater, 13752 Ventura Boulevard – Sherman Oaks, CA, USA – Keywords: Orientation: Portrait Face Count: 1 – False – Photo Credit: Winston Burris / PR Photos

Birth Name: Anna East Biller

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: February 1, 1965

Ethnicity:
*Ashkenazi Jewish (paternal grandfather)
*English, Welsh, Irish (paternal grandmother)
*Japanese (mother)

Anna Biller is an independent American filmmaker.

Anna is the daughter of Sumiko (Aoki) and Leslie/Lesley Roy “Les” Biller. Anna has a sister, Francesca.

Anna’s father is of Russian Jewish, English, Welsh, and Irish ancestry. Anna’s mother was born in Hawaii, and has Japanese ancestry.

Anna’s paternal grandfather was Robert Biller (the son of a man surnamed Billetski and Beatrice). Robert was of Russian Jewish descent.

Anna’s paternal grandmother was Anna Lee Williams (the daughter of J. Ray/Roy Williams and Anna L.). Anna’s grandmother Anna was born in Oklahoma, to parents from Missouri.

Sources: http://www.elephantjournal.com
http://www.youtube.com

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

Obituary of Anna’s paternal grandmother, Anna Lee (Williams) Shetler – http://www.legacy.com

Lesli Linka Glatter – Women In Film 2016 Crystal + Lucy Awards Presented by Max Mara and BMW – Arrivals – The Beverly Hilton Hotel, 9876 Wilshire Boulevard – Beverly Hills, CA, USA – Photo Credit: PRPhotos.com

Place of Birth: Dallas, Texas, U.S.

Date of Birth: July 26, 1953

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Lesli Linka Glatter is an American film and television director.

Lesli is the daughter of Antoinette Lillian “Toni” (Beck) Bosner and Robert Bennett Glatter. Lesli’s parents were Jewish.

Lesli’s maternal grandparents were Samuel Beck and Margaret. Samuel and Margaret were born in Hungary.

Sources: Birth record of Lesli Linka Glatter – http://www.familysearch.org

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

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

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

Date of Birth: November 11, 2000

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish, possibly other

Cameron Kasky is an American gun control advocate and activist against gun violence in the United States. He is a survivor of the February 14, 2018 massacre at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Cameron is one of the founding members of Never Again MSD, a gun control advocacy group led by survivors of the shooting. Other founders are David Hogg and Emma González.

Cameron was raised celebrating Jewish holidays and attending Hebrew school.

Brian Robbins – “The To Do List” Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals – Regency Village Theater – Westwood, CA, USA – Keywords: Orientation: Portrait Face Count: 1 – False – Photo Credit: Andrew Evans / PR Photos

Birth Name: Brian Mitchell Levine

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

Date of Birth: November 22, 1963

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Brian Robbins is an American actor, film and television director, film and television producer, and screenwriter.

Brian is the son of Rochelle (Perr) and Floyd Levine. Brian’s parents are/were Jewish. Brian is married to Laura Cathcart, with whom he has two sons.

One of Brian’s grandmothers was surnamed Robbins.

Source: http://people.com

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

Shoshana Bush – ‘Unstoppable’ Fundraiser Event for Free2Luv – Arrivals – Regent Theater DTLA – Los Angeles, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Sheri Determan / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Shoshana Gloriella Bush

Place of Birth: Santa Clara, California, United States

Date of Birth: September 18, 1988

Ethnicity:
*English, Portuguese [including Azorean] (father)
*Ashkenazi Jewish (mother)

Shoshana Bush is an American actress.

Shoshana is the daughter of Rochelle Elman (Land) and James Sterling “Jim” Bush. Shoshana was raised in Tiburon, California. Shoshana’s father has English and Portuguese ancestry. Shoshana’s mother is Jewish.

Shoshana’s paternal grandfather was Norman Jacob Bush (who likely was the son of Kearny/Kerney Bush and Beryl/Berol Burfield/Berfield). Beryl was the daughter of Jacob Berfield and Minnie Bateman.

Shoshana’s paternal grandmother was Gloria A. Vargas (the daughter of Manuel James Vargas and Leonor/Leonore Marion Marshall). Manuel was the son of Azorean Portuguese parents, Joseph Vargas and Annie. Portugal. Leonor was born in California, to Portuguese parents.

Shoshana’s maternal grandparents were surnamed Land and Marcus.

Sources: Birth record of Shoshana Bush – http://www.familysearch.org

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

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

Divorce record of Shoshana’s paternal grandparents, Norman Jacob Bush and Gloria A. Vargas – http://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Shoshana’s mother – http://www.familysearch.org

Amir Arison – “Concussion” New York City Premiere – Arrivals – AMC Loews Lincoln Square – New York City, NY, USA – Keywords: Orientation: Portrait Face Count: 1 Headshot – False – Photo Credit: Loredana Sangiuliano / PRPhotos.com

Place of Birth: St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.

Date of Birth: March 24, 1978

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish

Amir Arison is an American actor.

Amir is the son of Zipora “Zipi” (Kittman) and Ron Arison. His parents are from Israel. Amir was raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Sources: http://chicagomonitor.com
http://issuu.com

Birth Name: Zak David Zilesnick

Place of Birth: Kensington & Chelsea, London, England, U.K.

Date of Birth: 1 March, 1995

Ethnicity:
*Sephardi Jewish (fahter)
*Ashkenazi Jewish (mother)

Zak Abel is a British musician.

His father was Moroccan Jewish, who moved to Israel. His mother, Rachel H. Zilesnick, is English Jewish.

Zak’s maternal grandfather is Harold Zilesnick (the son of Samuel “Sam” Zilesnick and Mary Bardofsky). Samuel was a Ukrainian Jewish emigrant, from Kiev, and was the son of Hyman Zilesnick and Miriam Kaplan. Mary was the daughter of Russian Jewish emigrants, Israel Bardofsky and Sarah Basia Sorrel.

Zak’s maternal grandmother is Ann S. Zola (the daughter of Joseph Zola and Minnie Derfield). Joseph was the son of a Polish Jewish emigrant, Morris Zola, of Warsaw, and of Kate Emanuel, who was also of Polish Jewish descent. Minnie was the daughter of Henry “Harry” Derfield, whose own parents, Aaron Derfler (later Derfield) and Rachel Levy, were Austrian Jewish and German Jewish emigrants, respectively, and of a Polish Jewish emigrant, Rose “Rosy” Appelbaum.

Zak’s matrilineal ancestry can be traced back to his third great-grandmother, Shinah Leibah “Jeanette/Jenetta/Janet/Georgina” Marchant (c. 1853, Poland – 1937, Stepney, London).

Sources: News article about Zak’s ancestry – https://www.pressreader.com

Birth record of Zak Abel – https://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Zak’s mother – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Zak’s maternal grandparents, Harold Zilesnick and Ann S. Zola – https://www.familysearch.org

Genealogy of Zak’s maternal grandfather, Harold Zilesnick – https://www.geni.com

Birth record of Zak’s maternal grandfather, Harold Zilesnick – https://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Zak’s maternal grandmother, Ann S. Zola – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Zak’s maternal great-grandparents, Joseph Zola and Minnie Derfield – https://www.familysearch.org

Zak’s maternal great-grandfather, Joseph Zola, on the 1911 England and Wales Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Zak’s maternal great-great-grandparents, Morris Zola and Kate Emanuel – https://www.familysearch.org

Birth record of Zak’s maternal great-grandmother, Minnie Derfield – https://www.familysearch.org

Marriage record of Zak’s maternal great-great-grandparents, Harry Derfield and Rose Appelbaum – https://www.familysearch.org