Tracy Morgan Discovers He Is Related To Nas Through DNA Test – BET

Tracy Morgan just found out that a branch on his family tree belongs to Nas.

During the kick-off episode of the "Connect The Dots" podcast, the "SNL" alum revealed that he and the "Made You Look" hitmaker share more than just friendship; they are cousins, as reported by Today.

The comedian says the startling revelation came while appearing on a segment of the PBS docuseries "Finding Your Roots" set to air on Feb. 20, 2024 that the two are actually kin.

I turn the last page, and guess whos sitting there? Morgan said while reflecting on that moment. Nas. Me and Nas are third cousins on my moms side.

Morgan also said his bond with the rapper transcends the limelight.

Me and Esco was always tight before that, he explained. I did a show years ago on "Comedy Central" called One Mic, that was for Nas mom that just passed away. So me and Esco always been tight.

After Morgan got the news of his newfound family member, he reached out to Nas to notify him.

I called him up, and I say, Yo Esco, he said, What up Trey? Morgan recalled. And I said, I just did 'Finding Your Roots.' Me and you related.

While sharing the news, both became overtaken with emotion.

He started crying, I started crying, Morgan recalled. And I said to him, If you ever need me, Im there, Cuz. He said, Cuz, if you ever need me, Im there.

Additionally, during the show, Morgan will trace his ancestors' footsteps after they arrived in the United States from slave ships.

They went back 400 years on my fathers side and 400 years on my mothers side. I thought I was big in my life till I found out what my great, great, great grandmother did, Morgan continued. My great, great, great, great, great grandfathers name was Abraham Mack. I know the name of the slave masters who owned us, I got it right here on my phone and the slave ship.

From the The Last O.G. actors powerful experience with discovering truths within his lineage, he hopes more people will take charge and do the same.

You need to know who you come from before you leave this earth. Know who you are and where you come from. Knowledge itself. I did a lot of crying. And no matter who you are, youre gonna break down.

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Tracy Morgan Discovers He Is Related To Nas Through DNA Test - BET