Birth Name: Juan Vincent Apablasa, Jr.

Date of Birth: April 8, 1931

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Death: February 9, 2018

Place of Death: Beverly Hills, California, U.S.

Ethnicity: Mexican and Chilean [both including Spanish]

John Gavin was an American actor and diplomat. He was a leading man between the 1950s and the 1960s. He served as the U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, from June 5, 1981 to June 10, 1986.

John was the son of Hispanic parents, Delia Diana Pablos Cruz, a Mexican-born aristocrat, whose family was from the state of Sonora, and Juan Vincent “John” Apablasa, Sr. He was raised by his stepfather, Herald Ray Golenor, who adopted him and changed his name to John Anthony Golenor. Herald was an American of non-Hispanic background. John was fluent in English and Spanish.

John was married to actress Constance Towers, until his death. He had two children with his former wife, actress Cicely Evans.

John’s paternal grandfather was Juan Cayetano Apablasa/Apablaza Blanco (the son of Juan Apablasa/Apablaza and María del Espíritu Santo Blanco). Juan Cayetano was born in California, and was a land owner and politician in Los Angeles. John’s great-grandfather Juan was Chilean.

John’s paternal grandmother was Concepcion A. Carrasco (the daughter of Rafael Carrasco and Concepcion Flores). John’s grandmother Concepcion was born in California, to Mexican parents

John’s maternal grandfather was Rodolfo Borquez Pablos (the son of Joaquin Soto Pablos and Carmen Rivera Borquez). Carmen was the daughter of Jose Ignacio Valenzuela Borquez and Maria de los Reyes Rivera.

John’s maternal grandmother was named Rafaela Cruz.

Sources: Genealogy of John Gavin – https://www.geni.com

Genealogy of John Gavin (focusing on his father’s side) – https://www.findagrave.com

Obituary of John Gavin – https://www.theguardian.com

Birth Name: Shannon Marie Lucio

Place of Birth: Denver, Colorado, U.S.

Date of Birth: June 25, 1980

Ethnicity: Mexican, other

Shannon Lucio is an American actress.

Shannon is the daughter of Juanita Oliver and David Lucio. She was raised in San Antonio, Texas. Shannon is married to actor Charlie Hofheimer, with whom she has one child.

Shannon’s paternal grandfather was Michael Garcia “Miguel” Lucio (the son of Pedro Lucio and Guadalupe Sanchez). Michael was born in Texas. Pedro was born in Mexico. Guadalupe was born in Texas, the daughter of Esteban C. Sanchez, who was born in Texas, and of Daria Lopez, who was Mexican.

Shannon’s paternal grandmother was named Dorothy Edna.

Source: Obituary of Shannon’s maternal grandfather, Michael G. Lucio – http://www.legacy.com

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Birth Name: Michelle Lynn Lujan

Place of Birth: Los Alamos, New Mexico, U.S.

Date of Birth: October 24, 1959

Ethnicity: Mexican

Michelle Lujan Grisham is an American lawyer and politician. A member of the Democratic Party, she has been a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New Mexico, since January 3, 2013.

She is the daughter of Sonja and Llewellyn Eugene Lujan. She was married to Gregory Grisham, until his death. The couple have two children.

Michelle’s paternal grandfather was Eugene David Lujan (the son of Mateo Lujan and Maria Luciana Ambrosia Vaur). Eugene was born in New Mexico. Mateo was the son of Jose Mateo Lujan and Maria Antonia Veldare.

Michelle’s paternal grandmother was Rita Pino (the daughter of Agustin Pino and Agneda Romero). Agneda was the daughter of Mateo Romero and Ambrosia Romero.

Source: Genealogy of Michelle Lujan Grisham (focusing on her father’s side) – https://www.geni.com

Birth Name: Richard Neece Ojeda II

Place of Birth: Olmsted, Minnesota, United States

Date of Birth: September 25, 1970

Ethnicity:
*25% Mexican
*25% mix of English and German
*50% Italian

Richard Ojeda is an American politician and U.S. Army officer. A member of the Democratic Party, he has been a Member of the West Virginia Senate, since December 1, 2016.

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

Richard is the son of Florena (Pansera) and Richard N. Ojeda. He is married to Kelly, with whom he has two children.

Richard’s paternal grandfather was Senon H. “Sam” Ojeda (the son of Martin Ojeda and Christina Hernandez). Senon was a Mexican emigrant from Jalisco, who was undocumented.

Richard’s paternal grandmother was Ocie Lucina Neece (the daughter of Joseph Campbell “Joe” Neece and Rosina Ann/Anne Rasnake/Rasnick). Ocie was born in Virginia, and had English and German ancestry. Joseph was the son of James Henry Neece and Sarah A. Taylor. Rosina was the daughter of Elijah Rasnake/Rasnick and Phoebe Lusintha Smith.

Richard’s maternal grandfather was Carmelo/Carmello Pansera, Sr. (the son of Santo Panzera and Flora Hayla). Carmello was born in West Virginia, to Italian parents.

Richard’s maternal grandmother was Angelina Mary Fortuna (the daughter of Antonio “Toney”/”Tony” Fortuna and Nickolena Guiseppa Josephine Moribito). Angelina’s parents were Italian. Antonio was the son of Carmelo Mill Fortina Fortuna and Angelina Collea. Nickolena was the daughter of Rocco Morabito and Rosa.

Richard is one of several people of Hispanic ancestry to mount or to have mounted a major campaign for President of the United States. The others are:
*Ben Fernandez (who sought the 1980, 1984, and 1988 Republican nominations)
*Bill Richardson (who sought the 2008 Democratic nomination; three of Bill’s grandparents were Hispanic)
*Ted Cruz (2016; Republican; won 11 contests; Cruz’s father is Cuban)
*Marco Rubio (2016; Republican; won 3 contests)

Richard is one of several people of significant Italian heritage to run or to have run plausible or semi-plausible campaigns for a major political party’s nomination for President of the United States. Of these candidates, four have won a major party’s caucus, primary, and/or nominating ballot. The four are:
*Al Smith (who was the Democratic Party’s nominee for President of the United States in 1928, and was also a candidate for the 1920, 1924, and 1932 Democratic nominations for President; Smith’s paternal grandfather was Italian)
*Michael DiSalle (1960; Democratic; won 1 state, Ohio)
*Rick Santorum (2012; Republican; won 11 contests; Santorum also sought the 2016 Republican nomination; Santorum is of three quarters Italian descent)
*Ted Cruz (2016; Republican; won 11 contests; Cruz’s maternal great-grandfather was Italian)

Other people of significant Italian heritage who have mounted plausible or semi-plausible campaigns for a major party’s nomination for President of the United States are:
*John A. Volpe (who sought the 1968 Republican nomination)
*James Traficant (who sought the 1988 Democratic nomination; Traficant’s father was of Italian descent)
*Rudy Giuliani (who sought the 2008 Republican nomination)
*Tom Tancredo (who sought the 2008 Republican nomination)
*Chris Christie (who sought the 2016 Republican nomination; Christie’s mother was of Italian descent)
*George Pataki (who sought the 2016 Republican nomination; Pataki’s maternal grandfather was Italian)

Geraldine Ferraro, who was of Italian descent, was the Democratic nominee for Vice President of the United States in 1984.

Source: Genealogies of Richard’s paternal grandparents, Senon H. “Sam” Ojeda and Ocie Neece – https://www.findagrave.com

Birth Name: Jose Raymond Brooks

Place of Birth: San José, Santa Clara, California, United States

Date of Birth: July 3, 1985

Ethnicity:
*English, German, Irish (father)
*Mexican (mother)

Jose Moreno Brooks is an American actor.

Jose is the son of Marilyn and Richard Brooks. His half-sister is footballer Bianca Henninger.

Jose has said:

I’m Mexican-American first, and secondly Irish and English from my father’s side. I was raised with a very proud Mexican family. My grandmother was from Sonora and my grandfather from Juarez. After moving to California, my grandfather became the first Mexican-American attorney and became a well respected entrepreneur who used to do a lot of pro bono work in The Bay Area.

Jose’s paternal grandfather was Raymond Burton Brooks (the son of Roy Leroy Brooks and Julia Thiem). Raymond was born in New Hampshire. Roy was born in Massachusetts, the son of Burton A. Brooks and Elizabeth V. Buckley. Julia was born in New Hampshire, to German parents, Oscar Thiem and Emily Delion.

Jose’s paternal grandmother was Evelyn Ruth Cooper (the daughter of Sidney James Prestige/Cooper and May Hopper). Evelyn was born in Massachusetts, to parents from England. Sidney was born in Churton, Chester, Cheshire, the son of Sidney George Prestige/Cooper and Annie Murphy, who was from Wexford, Ireland. May was born in Toxteth Park; L’pool, Lancashire, the daughter of Edmund Hopper and Lizzie Morley.

Jose’s maternal grandfather was Jose Hector Moreno (the son of Jose Sifuentes Moreno and Esperanza de Morales). Jose’s grandfather Jose was born in Texas. Jose’s great-grandfather Jose was born in Texas, to Mexican parents. Esperanza was from Mexico.

Jose’s maternal grandmother was named Edith U. Salcido. Edith likely was born in Mexico.

Sources: Obituary of Jose’s paternal great-aunt (grandmother’s sister) – http://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Jose’s maternal grandfather, Jose Hector Moreno – http://www.legacy.com

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

Date of Birth: July 7, 1983

Ethnicity:
*Mexican (father)

Tom Sandoval is an American actor.

Tom is the son of Terri Green and Anthony Sandoval.

Tom’s paternal grandfather was named Eduardo/Edward A. Sandoval.

Tom’s paternal grandmother was Alicia Castillo (the daughter of Maximo Castillo and Estanislada Sierra/Sierro). Alicia was born in Texas. Maximo was born in Monterrey, Mexico. Estanislada was born in Texas.

Source: Obituary of Tom’s paternal grandmother, Alicia (Castillo) Sandoval – http://www.legacy.com

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Birth Name: Scheana Marie Jancan

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: May 7, 1985

Ethnicity:
*Mexican (father)
*Croatian, Irish, German, Polish, possibly Rusyn (mother)

Scheana Marie is an American television personality, model, and actress.

Scheana’s father was likely of Mexican descent. Scheana’s mother has Croatian, Irish, German, Polish, and possibly Rusyn, ancestry.

Scheana’s maternal grandfather was Frank John Jancan (the son of Frank Paul Jancan and Cecelia Agnes/Agnus Sullivan). Scheana’s grandfather Frank was born in California. Scheana’s great-grandfather Frank was born in Colorado, to parents from Croatia, Frank Jancan and Josephine, who were Croatian speakers. Cecelia was born in Colorado, the daughter of Eugene A. Sullivan, whose parents were Irish, and of Mary Schnetzer.

Scheana’s maternal grandmother was Maxine Ann Cymbala/Symbola (the daughter of Harry Cymbala/Symbola and Helen Wagner). Maxine was born in Pennsylvania. Harry was born in Pennsylvania, to parents from Galicia, Austria/Poland, Michael “Mike” Cymbala and Constance Kowalczyk/Kowalcik, who likely were ethnic Polish. Helen was born in Pennsylvania, to parents from either Austria or Hungary, Mike Wagner and Annie Bozulya, who were possibly ethnic Rusyn.

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Birth Name: Ricardo Guillermo Abarca Lowman

Place of Birth: Morelia, Michoacán, Mexico

Date of Birth: June 1, 1986

Ethnicity:
*Mexican (father)
*English, Scottish (mother)

Ricardo Abarca is a Mexican actor and singer. He is the son of Yasmine Cheyenne Lowman and Ricardo Abarca Medina. His mother was born in London, England.

Ricardo’s maternal grandparents likely were William J. Lowman and Evelyn R. V. Press (the daughter of William S. Press and Evelyn M. McKenzie).

Birth Name: Jade A. Berti

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: August 8, 1974

Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish (maternal grandfather), Mexican (great-grandfather), English, German, Slovenian

Jade Marx-Berti is an American actress. She is the daughter of actress Melinda Marx (Melinda Marie Marx) and actor and composer Sahn/Sean Berti (Sanh Dehl Berti).

Jade’s half-aunt (father’s paternal half-sister) is actress Derya Arbaş (Derya’s father was also Jade’s paternal grandfather). Jade is married to Dominic V. Ruiz, with whom she has a son; Dominic is the brother of reporter and television news anchor Dina Eastwood.

Jade’s birth surname, Berti, comes from her paternal grandfather’s own stepfather, Thomas H. Bertie. Thomas was born in South America, to American parents, from California.

Jade’s paternal grandfather was actor Dehl Berti (Dehl Franke Berti; the son of John/Juan Edward Carillo and Cecilia Lucille Uhernik/Uhernick). Dehl was born in Colorado. John was born in New Mexico, of Mexican descent, and was the son of Albert/Alberto Gerome Carillo and Elizabeth/Lizzie/Elisa Hidalgo/Heidalgo. Cecilia was likely of Slovenian descent.

Jade’s paternal grandmother was Francis/Frances Cummins Collins/Collyns (the daughter of Albert B. Collyns and Mattie Brotherton). Francis was born in Kentucky.

Jade’s maternal grandfather was entertainer Groucho Marx (born Julius Henry Marx, the son of Samuel/Simon Marx and Miene/Minnie Schönberg/Schöenberg). Groucho was born in New York, to Jewish parents, his father from Mertzwiller, Alsace, France, and his mother from Dornum, Lower Saxony, Germany. Samuel was the son of Simon Mark/Marx and Johanna Haennchen/Hanna/Hanne Adele Levi. Miene was the daughter of Levy/Levi/Louis Schönberg/Schöenberg and Fanny Sophie Salomons.

Jade’s maternal grandmother was actress Kay Marvis (born Catherine Marvis Dittig; the daughter of Percy John Dittig and Marguerite F. Hodgson). Kay was born in New Jersey. Percy was the son of John Paul Dittig and Barbara Reinhardt, both of whom were born in New Jersey, to German parents.

Sources: Genealogy of Jade Marx-Berti – https://www.geni.com

Death record of Jade’s paternal grandfather, Dehl Berti – https://www.familysearch.org

Family history of Jade’s maternal grandfather, Groucho Marx – http://judaisme.sdv.fr

Genealogies of Jade’s maternal grandfather, Groucho Marx – https://www.wikitree.com
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Genealogy of Jade’s maternal grandfather, Groucho Marx (focusing on his father’s side) – https://www.findagrave.com

Jade’s maternal grandfather, Groucho Marx, on the 1910 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Date of Birth: February 24, 1925

Place of Birth: Kansas City, Kansas, U.S.

Date of Death: April 25, 2000

Place of Death: Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.

Ethnicity: Mexican

Ben Fernandez was an American politician, financial consultant, and special ambassador. A Republican, he served as a U.S. Special Ambassador to Paraguay, from August 1, 1973 to August 31, 1973, and a Member of the Executive Council of the Republican National Committee, in 1976.

He was a candidate for the Republican Party’s nomination for President of the United States in 1980, 1984, and 1988.

His parents were Mexican immigrants. They were in the U.S. illegally. Ben was married to Jacqueline Coon. He had three children.

Ben is one of several people of Hispanic ancestry to mount or to have mounted a major campaign for President of the United States. The others are:
*Bill Richardson (who sought the 2008 Democratic nomination; three of Richardson’s grandparents were Hispanic)
*Ted Cruz (2016; Republican; won 11 contests; Cruz’s father is Cuban)
*Marco Rubio (2016; Republican; won 3 contests; Rubio’s parents are Cuban)
*Julián Castro (who is seeking the 2020 Democratic nomination; Castro is of Mexican descent)
*Richard Ojeda (who is seeking the 2020 Democratic nomination; Ojeda’s paternal grandfather was Mexican)

Several prominent candidates for President of the United States can be considered Hispanic in a sense, though not by ancestry. They are:
*George W. Romney (who sought the 1968 Republican nomination, and whose name was placed in nomination for 1964’s; he was born in Mexico, of non-Hispanic descent)
*Pierre S. du Pont IV (who sought the 1988 Republican nomination; his maternal grandfather was born in Chile, of non-Hispanic descent)
*John McCain (who sought the 2000 Republican nomination, and who was the 2008 Republican nominee; he was born in Panama, of non-Hispanic descent)
*Mitt Romney (who sought the 2008 Republican nomination, and who was the 2012 Republican nominee; his father was born in Mexico, of non-Hispanic descent)

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

Date of Birth: April 27, 1998

Ethnicity: European, Caxan Native, and Mexican

Froy Gutierrez is an American actor.

He has deep ancestral roots in Mexico and is very proud of his native heritage. He has said:

I am very passionate and vocal about issues facing people of color, so I find it odd that I am often referred to as a white boy. I totally acknowledge the privilege that comes from being “white passing,” but it bothers me when my Caxcan-native and Mexican roots are erased. When people refer to mixed people as white, they are feeding into the same systems of oppression that erase the stories of POC. There’s a lot of pressure to either tokenize or whitewash myself, and I hope I do not do either of those.

My man @HansGutknecht took some incredible shots of me, while on my media tour in LA #OnAmission4Gold pic.twitter.com/tOhDZtvX5s

— #OnAmission4Gold (@KelvinGastelum) May 3, 2018

Place of Birth: San Jose, Santa Clara, California, United States

Date of Birth: October 24, 1991

Ethnicity: Mexican

Kelvin Gastelum is an MMA fighter. He was born in California, to Mexican immigrant parents. Kevin is fluent in Spanish.

02/02/2019 – Rico Rodriguez – “The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part” Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals – Regency Village Theatre – Westwood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Hiro Katoh/HNW / PRPhotos.com

Place of Birth: Bryan, Texas, U.S.

Date of Birth: July 31, 1998

Ethnicity: Mexican

Rico Rodriguez is an American actor. He is the son of Diane (Velasco) and Roy Chavez Rodriguez. His sister is actress Raini Rodriguez.

Rico’s paternal grandparents were Martin Rodriguez and Ricarda Canales.

Rico’s maternal grandparents were Ruben Edward Velasco and Susie Martinez.

05/18/2014 – Alex DeLeon – 2014 Billboard Music Awards – Arrivals – MGM Grand Garden Arena, MGM Grand Hotel and Casino – Las Vegas, NV, USA –  Photo Credit: PRN / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Alexander Michael DeLeon

Place of Birth: Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.

Date of Birth: April 8, 1989

Ethnicity: Mexican, British Isles, possibly other

Alexander DeLeon is an American singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer. He is the lead singer of the rock band The Cab.

Alexander is the son of Lisa and George DeLeon.

Alexander’s paternal grandparents were named Alexander DeLeon and Angelina “Angie” D.

Alexander’s maternal grandfather was named Gerald A. Finney.

Source: Marriage record of Alexander’s parents – https://www.familysearch.org

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Birth Name: Douglas J. Tait

Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States

Date of Birth: December 17, 1974

Ethnicity: English, Irish, German, Scottish, 1/16th Chilean, 1/16th Mexican

Douglas Tait is an American actor, stuntman, and independent filmmaker. He was raised in Tarzana, Los Angeles, California.

Douglas’ paternal grandfather is Fred Woodrow Tait (the son of Fred W. Tait and Ada Pullin/Rullin). Douglas’ grandfather Fred was born in Louisiana. Douglas’ great-grandfather Fred was born in Louisiana, the son of George Wentworth Tait, whose parents were Scottish, and of Mary Elizabeth Thomas. Ada was born in Louisiana, the daughter of Lee M. Pullin and Mary Hadwin.

Douglas’ paternal grandmother is Beatrice Wirt/Wirth (the daughter of John Allen Wirt and Grace M. Templeton). Beatrice was born in Montana.

Douglas’ maternal grandfather is Reginald J. Montgomery (the son of Robert T. Montgomery and Juanita/Juana Gutierrez). Reginald was born in California. Robert was born in Washington, the son of Franklin Pierce Montgomery and Frances Eaton. Juanita was born in California, the daughter of Benigno Gutierrez, who was born in Chile, and of Maria de Los Santos Soledad Gonzales, who was of Mexican descent.

Douglas’ maternal grandmother is Irene O. Kanaly (the daughter of Robert Edward Kanaly and Angelina/Angela Tiehen/Tiehon). Irene was born in Nebraska. Robert was born in Nebraska, the son of Jeremiah Kanaly, whose parents were Irish, and Elizabeth Ann Murphy, whose father was Irish and whose mother was born in Canada, to Irish parents. Angelina was born in Nebraska, the daughter of Henry Alexander “Alex” Tiehen, who was German, and of Mary Margaret Koelzer, whose parents were German.

Source: Obituary of Douglas’ paternal grandfather, Fred Woodrow Tait – http://www.legacy.com

03/16/2019 – Melissa Barrera – The Television Academy Foundation’s 39th College Television Awards – Arrivals – Wolf Theatre at Saban Media Center, 5210 Lankershim Boulevard – North Hollywood, CA, USA – Photo Credit: / PRPhotos.com

Birth Name: Melissa Barrera Martínez

Place of Birth: Morelia, Michoacan, Mexico

Date of Birth: July 4, 1990

Ethnicity: Mexican

Melissa Barrera is a Mexican actress and singer.

Place of Birth: Anaheim, California, U.S.

Date of Birth: November 25, 1997

Ethnicity:
*Mexican (father)
*Colombian (mother)

Diego Tinoco is an American actor.

Diego has stated that his father is Mexican and that his mother is Colombian. They are pictured here.

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04/02/2019 – Lulu Lambros – Sneaker Ball hosted by Kaylyn Slevin – Benefit for A Place Called Home’s Cinderella and Prince Charming Project – Private Estate – Calabasas, CA, USA – Photo Credit: Gisele Rebeiro / PR Photos

Birth Name: Lucia Lambros

Place of Birth: Santa Monica, California, U.S.

Date of Birth: October 9, 2003

Ethnicity:
*Greek (father)
*Croatian, Mexican (mother)

LuLu Lambros is an American actress, singer, and dancer.

Lulu’s paternal grandfather was Vasilios Simos “Bill” Lambros (the son of Simon D. Lambros and Anna S.). Vasilios was born in Washington, D.C., to Greek parents.

Lulu’s paternal grandmother was named Helen J. Liacouras. Helen was born in Pennsylvania, to Greek parents.

Lulu’s maternal grandfather was named Svetco/Cvjetko Vladich. Svetco likely was Croatian.

Lulu’s maternal grandmother was named Maria Teresa Gutierrez Vasquez. Maria Teresa was born in Guadalajara, Mexico.

Sources: Lulu’s paternal grandfather, Vasilios Simos “Bill” Lambros, on the 1940 U.S. Census – https://www.familysearch.org

Obituary of Lulu’s paternal grandfather, Vasilios Simos “Bill” Lambros – https://www.legacy.com

Obituary of Lulu’s maternal grandmother, Maria Teresa (Gutierrez Vasquez) Vladich – https://www.mcnerneysmortuary.com

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Birth Name: Brian Anthony Borello

Place of Birth: Marin, California, United States

Date of Birth: June 17, 1987

Ethnicity: Italian, Mexican, Slovenian, Irish, possibly other

Brian Borello is an American actor.

Brian’s paternal grandfather is named Robert Albert Borello. Robert was born in California, to a mother surnamed Correa.

Brian’s paternal grandmother is Graciela “Grace” Cervantes (the daughter of Silvestre/Sylvestre/Slyster H. Cervantes and Maria Rosas). Grace was born in California, to parents from Mexico.

Brian’s maternal grandfather is Peter A. Benvenuto (likely the son of Joseph Benvenuto and Carmela “Nellie” Lottice). Peter was born in California. Joseph was born in Italy. Carmela was born in Colorado, to Italian parents, Francesco Lottice and Rose Fonti.

Brian’s maternal grandmother is Ella A. Shock (the daughter of Anthony Shock and Ella Grace Wosser). Brian’s grandfather Ella was born in California. Brian’s great-grandfather Anthony, who was likely originally named Anton Sheck, was born in Ohio, to parents from Yugoslavia, with his mother being Theresa. Theresa was listed as a Slovenian speaker on the 1930 U.S. Census. Brian’s great-grandmother Ella was born in California, the daughter of John Joseph Wosser, whose parents were Irish, and of Agnes Ligouri Hawthorne/Hawthorn, whose parents were Irish.

Sources: Divorce record of Brian’s paternal grandparents, Robert Albert Borello and Graciela “Grace” Cervantes – http://www.familysearch.org

Divorce record of Brian’s maternal grandparents, Peter A. Benvenuto and Ella A. Shock – http://www.familysearch.org

Birth Name: Karen Ashley Jackson

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

Date of Birth: September 28, 1975

Ethnicity:
*African-American (father)
*Mexican (mother)

Karan Ashley is an American actress and game show host. She plays Aisha in the Power Rangers franchise.

She has said:

I did the NoH8 Campaign because I really believe in love… I believe in loving every single person. I don’t believe in judging people… As a Black woman, as an individual who grew up in America, I’m half-Black, half-Mexican… someone who was discriminated against… I want [LGBT] people to feel loved.