Vicky McClure will go on an “emotional” journey in Who Do You Think You Are?
The Trigger Point actress, 41, will venture to Japan as part of her episode of the upcoming 20th anniversary series of the hit BBC genealogy show in a bid to uncover her family history.
The BAFTA award-winning star has already spoken out about his veteran grandfather in honor of D-Day and featured the topic in his own ITV documentary.
But now, according to MirrorHe will venture to the Far East to learn more about his family.
BBC head of history Simon Young said: “Time and time again, he proves the old adage that truth is stranger than fiction, while helping us all understand the history of Britain and much more. better”.
Line Of Duty star Vicky McClure to go on ’emotional’ journey in Who Do You Think You Are
The Trigger Point actress, 41, will venture to Japan as part of her episode of the upcoming 20th anniversary series of the hit BBC genealogy show in a bid to uncover her family history.
The Line Of Duty star is just one of many famous faces set to take part in the upcoming series, which over its two-decade history has seen the likes of Harry Potter author JK Rowling, Strictly’s Shirley Ballas discovered Come Dancing and actress Sheridan Smith. its roots.
This year will feature comedian Paddy McGuinness, athlete Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill and Spice Girl Melanie C in front of the camera.
For Liverpool native Melanie C, you will discover her family’s political history and also discover how her family survived the Great Famine in Ireland.
Other celebrities who have signed up include TOWIE legend Gemma Collins, Troublemaker singer Olly Murs and former EastEnders actress Rose Ayling-Ellis.
Executive producer Colette Flight said: “Celebrities have been moved to tears, laughter, anger and joy as they learn about the lives of their ancestors.”
The series is expected to air on BBC One during the summer.
Vicky, known for playing an action heroine in the line of duty, spoke effusively of her respect for her grandfather and the importance of remembering D-Day.
Vicky, known for playing an action heroine in the line of duty, spoke effusively of her respect for her grandfather and the importance of remembering D-Day.
Spice Girl Melanie C to discover more about her roots in new series of genealogy series
TOWIE legend Gemma Collins (pictured earlier this year) also features in the billing for the upcoming series.
Lancashire native Paddy McGuinness (pictured March 2022) will also be on the show to learn about his background.
She said: “It’s very important to keep this history very close and make sure the children know about it,” she said.
‘It’s very important that people like my grandfather can remember him and I’m sure there are many veterans who felt unable or unwilling to do so.
“So any kind of information we can have about that story is important.”
