Famous People you are related to on Geni.com
Are you curious to know if you're related to a famous person? If so, you can use Geni.com to explore your family tree and discover potential connections to well-known historical figures, celebrities, and other notable individuals.
In this blog post, we'll provide a step-by-step guide on how to see how you are related to a famous person at Geni.com.
Step 1: Log in to Your Account
To get started, you'll need to have a Geni.com account and be logged in. If you don't have an account yet, you can sign up for free on the Geni.com homepage. If you haven’t already, enter in enough of your family tree until you are able to merge into the “big tree” at Geni. Usually your grandparents or great-grandparents are far enough to merge into the “big tree”
Step 2: Search for the Famous Person
Once you're logged in, navigate to the search bar at the top of the page and enter the name of the famous person you want to explore your potential connection with. You can search by first name, last name, or full name. If the person is famous, most likely they are a “Master Profile” which is indicated with an “MP” icon in the search list
Step 3: Select the Famous Person
After you enter the name of the famous person, you'll see a list of search results. Select the famous person you want to explore by clicking on their name.
Step 4: View the Famous Person's Profile
After you select the famous person, you'll be taken to their profile page on Geni.com. Here, you can explore their family tree and view information about their ancestors, descendants, and other relatives.
Step 5: Find Your Connection
At the top of the page will be a “How are you related” button. When you click it, Geni will begin searching for a path. Usually it will return two paths, a blood relationship and an “in law” relationship.
Step 6: Explore Your Connection
Once you've identified your connection to the famous person, you can explore your family tree in more detail to learn more about your shared ancestors and relatives. You can also use Geni.com's messaging feature to connect with other users who are also related to the famous person and share information and research. I like to verify each step between myself and the famous relative.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Geni.com is a powerful tool that can help you explore your family tree and discover potential connections to famous people and other notable individuals. By following the simple steps outlined above, you can quickly and easily see how you're related to your favorite historical figures and celebrities and explore your shared family history.
