Returning: Who Do You Think You Are?

Season 12 of favourite genealogy series Who Do You Think You Are? begins on SBS in early June.

Eight personalities set to explore their family history in Australia are Celia Pacquola, Malcolm Turnbull, Denise Drysdale, Grant Denyer, Chris Bath, Natalie Bassingthwaighte, Jeff Fatt (The Wiggles) and Uncle Jack Charles.

This season, one participant uncovers a mysterious family fortune, while another learns the identity of his father, who he’s never known. One discovers his ancestors managed to flourish in Australia despite immense discrimination as a result of the White Australia Policy, and a famous performer lights set off to discover where their love of the arts originated.

Marshall Heald, Director of Television and Online Content said: “One of SBS’s most popular and successful series is back with a stellar new line-up of well-known Australian personalities who embark on a deeply personal journey to explore their family history, discovering tales of love, tragedy and perseverance along the way. From a former Prime Minister, to a venerated actor and survivor of the Stolen Generations, to a member of the most famous children’s musical group in Australian history, the rich and diverse stories which are uncovered by these eminent Australians will provide important reflections for not only themselves, but for all Australians watching at home.”

Who Do You Think You Are? is produced by Warner Bros. Australia.

7:30pm Tuesday 8 June on SBS.