The BEST episodes of Who Do You Think You Are? season 8

Every episode of Who Do You Think You Are? season 8, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Who Do You Think You Are? season 8!

Well known faces within the British media each embark on individual journeys to answer some questions in regards to their own family history.

Last Updated: 12/14/2024Network: BBC OneStatus: Continuing
Len Goodman
star
9.82
33 votes

#1 - Len Goodman

Season 8 - Episode 9 - Aired 10/5/2011

Strictly Come Dancing judge Len Goodman investigates his mother's family, and looks into the mystery of an ancestor's descent into poverty.

Directors: Michael Wadding
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Larry Lamb
star
8.50
122 votes

#2 - Larry Lamb

Season 8 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/31/2011

Actor Larry Lamb sets out to learn about his biological grandparents, who gave his mother up for adoption as an infant.

Directors: Leo Burley
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Emilia Fox
star
8.43
65 votes

#3 - Emilia Fox

Season 8 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/7/2011

Emilia Fox sets out to learn how far back her acting roots go, and uncovers an extraordinary rags-to-riches tale about a Victorian ancestor.

Directors: Leo Burley
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JK Rowling
star
8.22
158 votes

#4 - JK Rowling

Season 8 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/17/2011

In a rare television appearance, best-selling Harry Potter author JK Rowling sets out to investigate her French roots.

Directors: Leo Burley
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Sebastian Coe
star
8.05
63 votes

#5 - Sebastian Coe

Season 8 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/24/2011

Sebastian Coe sets out to discover if there is any truth in his grandmother's claims that the family's origins were quite grand.

Directors: Kate Scholefield
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Richard Madeley
star
7.98
62 votes

#6 - Richard Madeley

Season 8 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/28/2011

Having reached a turning point in his life, Richard Madeley decides to learn more about the Canadian side of his family.

Directors: Kate Schofield
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June Brown
star
7.74
122 votes

#7 - June Brown

Season 8 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/10/2011

National treasure June Brown unravels her Jewish heritage, and discovers how momentous historical events shaped her family's destiny.

Directors: Sarah Feltes
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Robin Gibb
star
7.39
69 votes

#8 - Robin Gibb

Season 8 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/21/2011

Bee Gees singer Robin Gibb discovers how his paternal great-grandfather rose from poverty to become a decorated soldier, and heads to Paisley, Renfrewshire, to investigate a mysterious family breakdown.

Directors: Mary Crisp
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Alan Carr
star
7.12
64 votes

#9 - Alan Carr

Season 8 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/14/2011

Alan Carr explores his family's connection to football and his grandfather's brush with fame, before investigating a mysterious name change.

Directors: Chris Wilson
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Tracey Emin
star
7.06
35 votes

#10 - Tracey Emin

Season 8 - Episode 10 - Aired 10/12/2011

Controversial artist Tracey Emin sets out to learn about her East End roots, and is shocked and delighted to discover an unusual heritage.

Directors: Jenny Dames