Shannon LaNier
Shannon LaNier is the sixth great-grandson of Thomas Jefferson and a descendant of Sally Hemings, an enslaved woman with whom Jefferson had a long-term relationship. A television personality, actor, social media influencer, and public speaker, LaNier has authored works reflecting on his family's complex legacy and the historical narratives surrounding Jefferson and Hemings. He has been vocal about the need to acknowledge the contributions of Black Americans to the nation's history, particularly in light of the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States.
Born on Jan 01, 1976 (50 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 7.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 29,762 | $2,700,000 | 1,184$ |
| Norway | 1 | 6.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 5,421,241 | 6,995 | $403,000 | 520$ |
| Totals | 2 | 73,307,252 | 36,757 | $3,103,000 | 1,704$ |
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Norway:
Shannon Lanier is a descendant of Thomas Jefferson but is not part of the official 250th celebration of the USA.
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United Kingdom:
LaNier is the sixth great-grandson of Thomas Jefferson and a co-author of Jefferson’s Children: The Story of One American Family.
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