Long Lost Family (UK) S08E02

Long Lost Family UK Season 08 Episode 02
This episode features our first transgender searcher, desperate to know if their birth mother will accept them.
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Presented by: Davina McCall, Nicky Campbell
Networks: ITV, STV
/ @itv
Executive producers: Colette Flight, Leanne Klein, Sally Benton, Clare Bradbury, Duncan Coates, Kate Scholefield
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This video is NOT being monetized. Uploaded for the love of LLF :)
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#LongLostFamilyUK #LongLostFamily #DNAtest #23andMe
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[@Cinelic]

If you're a homophobe, please feel free to leave this channel. Your closed mind and heart, your hate, are not welcome here.

[@nancyhooper7715]

Thank you for stating this here❤️

[@Flourish_today]

Please just block them.

[@Gwenangels]

Or a transphobe*.

[@rubij1989]

exactly!!!

[@chris-hu7tm]

kinda funny how u pass judgment when u post these without permission

[@paulinaillanes5488]

Can we talk about how refreshing and humane it is that a TV show, in this day and age, has the courage to recognize that certain moments are just better away from the cameras? Much respect.

[@adorable3817]

I LOVE IT!!!!!!!! 🥰🙏 ....because those are such private moments. I'm glad they don't show it. If they did I would forward over it. I don't like feeling like a voyeur.

[@ellenw391]

Sadly that would never happen here in the United States. And I bet they'd say it's because we want to see it all. Personally I have so much respect that they do things privately, and I bet I'm not the only 1!

[@deadheadmays]

..in fact, it DOESN'T HAPPEN in the U.S. The version of this very show here films the whole ugly delivery of news when a person has passed. I love the U.K. show so much more for their decency and compassion over sensationalism and ratings.

[@kimb868]

The American one they certainly don’t do that lol sucks

[@sassytbc7923]

The British are good about things like that in my experience. Wish everyone was more like that

[@YesItsMeGuys68]

I am a 68 year old man here . I just began watching this series . I find myself emotionally involved with each show . The joy this program brings to both the people involved as well as the viewer is quite remarkable .... But the Norma & Franciscia story was beyond the pale .. It had me crying like a baby . THIS is what unconditional love looks like

[@lovingmayberry307]

The UK version is so, so considerate. Love it!

[@cocobryers9937]

They have a us one

[@lorrainefarrugia4706]

@@cocobryers9937 not so compatiante as the UK version . . . The hosts were adopted too

[@wandarobinson326]

@@lorrainefarrugia4706 the US version they were adopted too...I love the shows...I'm watching the UK version now and I love it so much better...and I'm from the US...😉

[@SonnySideInc]

Is the US version with the same title? That's pretty cool the hosts were all adopted. 💜

[@Faramallera]

Franchesca's adoptive mother was a lovely woman, to immediately tell her "No, she did it because she loved you…" What an amazing woman ❤️

[@juliamclane8319]

I know

[@adorable3817]

Absolutely one of the most beautiful human beings ever 🥰 so accepting and loving. I'm overcome with Emotion, abd gratitude and can't even stop crying. She's an Angel.I'm so happy for Francesca 💜

[@Vero2yu]

Tell him you should say, that is a male and will always be a male, so the comment can not say ''her'' when it is not a her smh. Impossible to change that, nobody can, soo.

[@stancrouch9642]

It's refreshing to see that some journalists (hosts) understand privacy. So many times we see them give someone devastating news with a camera in there face and then ask "how do you feel". It's nice to see these folks have compassion and are thoughtful toward others.

[@jamieviano7517]

So in agreement !! 👍

[@luzjacobo2799]

Exactly…. I love how they handle tough situations.

[@beckychave]

Yes absolutely I have so much respect for how this show is done.

[@AgentAO7]

Silvana was sooo nice.. when the entire family came to welcome her, i lost it.. such a kind, loving family.. Maria was very lucky to know them.

[@janefreeman995]

Silvana is infinitely kind. Her love shines.

[@CWonderworld]

"I haven't lost a son, i gained a daughter." love it. Been binge watching this show and must say it's really lovely. Crying every episode.

[@mindfulness123]

She was wonderful.

[@CWonderworld]

@@user-pq9zw5wb1z your point? Do you think every woman has a perfect jawline? Concentrate more on yourself instead of judging others.

[@Vero2yu]

Well, lol, reality it is not a ''daughter'' bcz it is not a female. Sooo. The guy is a male, dude, so still her son.

[@kelltic100]

It's amazing that Francesca and her birth mom not only look alike, they have the same personality. So calming, sweet, and caring. I hope everything works out well for them in this new adventure they are embarking on.

[@adorable3817]

I know 🥰🙏 and even the same type of outfit, style clothes at the end. Totally adorable the two 💜🌱✌🦋

[@Vero2yu]

Smh, it is not ''her birthmom'' bcz it is ''his birth mom'' since it is LITERALLY impossible to go from MtF and from FtM soo. That guy is a he, him, dude.

[@Vero2yu]

What kinda puppy dog is that in your picture?

[@janyrose]

the fact that maria's mother never married and had children is absolutely heartbreaking...

[@lexanjoseph4206]

They were her heart frozen in time. And she left them there. She must have loved them too much.

[@TenTenJ]

@@lexanjoseph4206 yes that’s what I was going to say. it’s like too much emotion do it again.

[@martinadrianarcenas867]

you could see from sylvana's reactions that she needed this as much as maria did.. ❤

[@heyheyitsred]

35:31 I think the Italian family are so lovely. The way Silvana tried her best to make Maria feel loved. And Ada giving her the ring she inherited. It speaks so much of Gilda’s giving, loving family. They welcomed Maria so warmly!

[@Dream-wu4bn]

So Beautiful ❤️❤️❤️

[@alexandrabarenfeldt9242]

''I haven't lost a son, but I've gained a daughter.'' My heart is melting!

[@ravondal1958]

The British version is simply the best! The sensitivity is what is needed. THANK YOU!

[@jamieviano7517]

Francesca"s mom is such a wonderful woman !!!!!! So exciting for the both of them !!!

[@Anne--Marie]

The warmth exuded by both the birth mother of Francesca and Maria's Italian family is astonishing. They are both very fortunate. It is so lovely to share their journeys. Thank you so much.

[@RyanKennedyMusic]

Norma is really such an amazing person for reconnecting with her new new daughter like that. Amazing.

[@Vero2yu]

It is not a ''daughter'' at all, smh, it is her son. He is a male and will always be a male, biology is permanent, literally impossible to change gender sooo. Accept reality.

[@ZowieFawn]

Awe when the cousin gave her the ring!! 😭

[@patiencemukania4800]

Thanks Davina and Nick for an incredible Job that you do!

[@juliashireen6195]

I know right xoxoxoxo

[@MHG1023]

Italian family attitudes at their best ... ... time for Maria (and maybe her daughter) to start learning Italian, no ?

[@lauren4434]

Francesca's mother, what an amazingly compassionate beautiful soul . . . . and how brave her daughter. I learned a lot from this story. xoxo

[@adorable3817]

Me too. I feel better about humanity, life 💜🙏 I will strive harder to be more like her. What did you learn? Or, what are your feelings.... if or how has it changed (impacted) you? 🦋💜✌

[@Vero2yu]

It is not a ''her, she, female'' so no, it is not ''her daughter'' but it is her son. Soo. Literally impossible to change gender, sx, soo.

[@Vero2yu]

It should be her son. So, accept reality, her son will always be male. Biology is permanent. He has only altered his appearance.

[@melindalehan2060]

i wonder if she was ever able to get ahold of any uncles or cousins from her dad side of the family I'm sure they might feel blessed to have a piece of her dad still alive after dying so young in a car accident

[@hembafantilley-gyado9168]

True.

[@tammysarrazin7078]

i was just about to post same thing glad i read comments first

[@nancyhooper7715]

I’ll bet it happens!

[@rebeccaherrera6006]

Belinda Babette I don’t think it’s about that really. We have no idea if her father even knew he was going to be a father before the car accident. Her mother kept her a secret to her death so I’m sure you can imagine the possible rejection. Anyway, she didn’t ask about her father-she asked about her mother because of the physical attachment from when you’re born. There are a lot of great fathers out there. Did you not see the episode prior to this one? The guy was looking for his FATHER.

[@rebeccaherrera6006]

Belinda Babette and with the deal with Francesca it was already stated that they believe her birth father was probably a married man. No one wants to post that drama. They already do it on the American version.

[@vibe_oli]

This is the best show ever. I feels pure love through the screen. Intermittent balling and smiling. This is a go to if you are feeling sad or alone. ❤️❤️❤️❤️ there is pure unconditional love in this world.

[@deinellpugs]

I just found this show yesterday and I can't stop watching it. It is such a beautiful show.

[@Chippie469]

Ohhhh my heart ... the instant bond between Franchesca and her mother ... you could literally feel the love in that moment!

[@adorable3817]

Yes!!!!! The way her mother hugged her 💜🙏 I want to give both of them a hug for sharing their story and giving me hope in humanity 🥰

[@Vero2yu]

It is not a ''daughter'' at all, smh, it is her son. He is a male and will always be a male, biology is permanent, literally impossible to change gender sooo. Accept reality.

[@Franaflyby]

There seems to be more love from some of these strangers than I have amongst my own family. They are lucky and blessed.

[@emeldamcdowald8521]

Franaflyby I'm sorry😢💔

[@yoda6697]

i feel you on that

[@ericmishima]

I can empathize also.

[@NikkiBikki]

I hear you... Unfortunately many people take many things for granted, including other people...

[@Franaflyby]

@@NikkiBikki that's fer sure.. Oh well at least I know Jesus loves me 🌻

[@bridgettesalcido6957]

Maria story's so sad but what a beautiful ending when she was given the ring it had me in tears!

[@Rae-lh7ex]

Binge watching and I have cried through every episode. Not sure I have any tears left, oh wait, I do..

[@grmcia9546]

LOL, meeeeeeeeeeeetooooooooooooo

[@unseelie63]

I'm binge watching too.They all get me right in the feels,but this episode was especially moving.

[@susu_m]

Me three, im like blubbering 🥺🥺

[@frandistabile4723]

I am also binge watching and crying over every episode

[@patsylvest]

Just about gone through a box of Kleenex.

[@unseelie63]

These programs are so powerful,but this one even more so.Norma and Francesca,Maria and the welcome she received not just from Silvana but the whole family! I'm always moved but I've cried happy for all of them.

[@setauket2022]

Being an Italian I could see how much Maria's mother suffered in her heart loosing a boyfriend and a child and taking all that love to the grave with her to preserve family dignity and love. So sorry Maria never had the opportunity to meet her mom but Maria has her now thru her new found family. God bless u all.

[@jblev736]

I'm feel so bad that the Italian mom passed on before she knew her daughter was doing well and was happy. She looks like such a kind person - the type of person who deserves that relief

[@a697ag]

They missed each other by a year. Heart breaking

[@dakotac180]

Maria and all her family look alike. This is so sweet.

[@dawndavis2955]

In the late 70s when he realized he was gay, my brother told our mom. She had told us several years before that she wanted us to always be upfront with her no matter what the "issue" was. ...she would love us no matter. I think he was around age of 24. At the start, it was strange to her but she lived through the strangeness and eventually was able to accept his new identy. I was very proud that we had such a mom. Again thank you for sharing these stories!

[@sanebooks]

This was so lovely. I was so sad for the lady who missed meeting her mother by one year.

[@ArcadiaJade]

This was one of the most beautiful episodes ever. I cried so much. So lovely for both women to find their families and have that connection with them. My heart just wanted to burst with joy.

[@dennysmith7862]

Italians are so loving mostly... all the ones I've ever met... My father as an escaped P.O.W. from German capture rode over Swiss Alps on bicycle down to Italy Padua...Italian family hid him in their cowshed from German soldiers... He left his heart there and a possible half-brother/sister too...SA military took him & his friend back to SA under force... not too sure of details but often think of his maudlin heartache when talking about his war stories...

[@VintageRose75]

Wow! What a story! Have you ever tried seeing if you have any relatives there by taking a DNA test?

[@azlynn18]

Thank u so much for putting all these wonderful episodes.I'm from Singapore.watching these shows makes me sad.sad of happiness.i've been searching the latest episodes for years n years..Thank you once again..💕

[@Cinelic]

You're very welcome @Azleen Mat Hamid ! ❤️

[@ummiramli6554]

Hey ! A Singaporean here. I'm new to this channel. I cried quite a bit too.

[@PreciousRural]

I am thankful for these types of shows. Since the death of my husband, I have treasure friendships. I am still seeking where I belong and where is a family for me. My thoughts are with much hope.

[@keadineharris5246]

Hi Dawn, I lost my bestfriend last year and understand the true meaning of lost...I'm so sad because I missed her so much. I will pray for you to find where you belong but for now each day is an opportunity for carry on in faith.

[@smiless0999]

I love the Families in this episode. With the Italians....Despite a language barriers they still speak the same language of LOVE. That’s amazing and so unheard of where I’m from in America. And the transgendered family made me cry. The acceptance was overwhelmingly BEAUTIFUL. That person is their CHILD no matter what. Amazing

[@lynshlomit]

I've watched these episodes often. I love watching families reuniting. Our father left and we didn't see him again in England again, I had his address in South Africa so I went to meet him. His new wife was a lovely lady and made my stay very happy. Meeting father answered many questions for me. I stayed in touch often from a long distance, as I lived in several countries, up until his death.

[@eirikastokes9652]

I think this episode is gonna be the catalyst for me to finally come out as a trans woman to my dad. Francesca and Norma are so inspirational and the love and warmth I feel from them are so genuine and radiant.

[@WickedAwesomeGardening]

I hope you did it and i hope it went the best possible way and you are able to live fully in the world as the woman you are, surrounded by love!

[@unseelie63]

That's so lovely! Whatever choice you've made,to have come out to your dad or if you chose to wait a bit longer,was the right choice for you.I hope that you are happy and safe and doing well.Bless!

[@jeremiah4816]

I hope you've gotten the opportunity to come out and thrive as the woman you truly are. Be strong,my beautiful sister. All the love and support - your trans brother.

[@Vero2yu]

@@WickedAwesomeGardening No male can ever become female. No female can ever become male. Simple, basic, facts. Literally impossible to change it, person will never become a ''woman'' bcz he did not even start out as a ''female'' like from the womb. That dude is male, will always be male, accept reality lol. Bye.

[@Vero2yu]

@@jeremiah4816 < Smh, delusional, should read the same answer that was given to ''AwesomeGardening'' wacko. Lol.

[@scorpio33albaceno83]

Thank you...very much,dear for uploading and sharing this 😘.

[@jeremypeirson6840]

Wow! Wow! Wow! Such amazing stories. Such love. Such restoration. Such redemption. Beautiful. Thank you, Davina and Nicky and Cinelic, for making this available. Deeply moving.

[@koidemasi5714]

Cassino.. its strange watching this from Cassino. ❤

[@pixieanna2058]

Francesca is a lovely person and her biological mother is a precious lady.

[@Vero2yu]

His, should be ''his biological mother'' bcz that is a dude, he is a male. Bye.

[@laptopreader]

I still missed my mom even had been with her for 35 years. She passed away in 2015. I still missed her everyday. Having to meet your mom again, its a miracle.

[@mikalaf8273]

I absolutely love this show. I’m crying like a baby

[@hellow9494]

Maria is absolutely beautiful. And that Italian family , wow !

[@trippin916]

That is the most attractive older woman ive ever seen. Her white hair perfectly complements her skin. Shes absolutely gorgeous.

[@janef220]

Loved how Silvana welcomed Maria so warmly. Brought many tears to my eyes

[@lizvtaz6]

My father also died in a car accident when my mother was pregnant. First time ever I find someone with a simular family history.

[@queenofwater8783]

God, this show makes me cry!

[@husseinbahsoun3978]

Thank you Davina and Nicky for the great shows. You are both very touching, kind and genuine. I love the way you talk, hug and confort people in their sadness. Straight to the heart.

[@TheLittlelan]

I love it when she said that since she never knew her as a male it doesn't change a thing

[@Vero2yu]

Well, she will know him now bcz he will be a male forever soo, people need to quit denying reality and basic facts about biology. Literally permanent. Soo.

[@luv2bevl1]

Both these made me tear up! So beautiful! The Italian family lining up behind her... & the Mom getting a Ruby jewelry set!!! The feels Damn it! The FEELS!

[@asabovesobelow7981]

4 realz the feelz BIGTIME!!

[@squirrelboss7067]

There are so many things that are hard to understand, but some we don’t need to understand. Just offer love. How you make someone feel, how you treat them is all that will matter in the end. ❤️

[@NikkiBikki]

Very wise words. This is the key to life. If everyone applied this philosophy imagine how amazing the world would be.

[@renisalazar]

This was such a beautiful episode!!! I was bawling my eyes out with Francesca's story! She is so fortunate to have loving families and I wish her the best in life, because she so greatly deserves it! As for Maria, wow...I wish I was Italian! So much family welcoming her, loving her, so amazing!

[@veronicajean3612]

Yeah for sure, Irish family can be so cold even when you grew up with them. I want to be adopted by an Italian family.

[@MrLabtec70]

Francesca birth mother is simply amazing 🥰

[@Rileysmom777]

Yes, she is. The way she loves her baby. She really needed her mom, and she is so lucky to have an amazing loving mom who loves her unconditionally like mom's are supposed to, just beautiful. ❤ I hope the best for both of them.

[@amym.694]

Just found this UK version of the show and I must say this is way better than the USA one.

[@perrylord1622]

The two hosts of this program are lovely. So very considerate. And I love this about them.

[@maraa3830]

Maria is stunning. Beautiful woman.

[@supising]

This put a lump in my throat 🥺 Absolutely beautiful how much they welcomed her and made both of the ladies feel loved 💜

[@michellebingham5464]

How beautiful is this courage to be all of yourself and be supported in that? Especially in this life where there are so many living in fear who project that as anger. Choose only those people in your life who expand you, see the beautiful soul in you and accept you for everything you are.

[@tonybarrientos]

Came along this video and I have to say that it really moved me both in my heart ❤️ and emotionally, it’s as if when listening to the stories I could feel their pain but at the same time I felt the the joy and happiness too. It’s so good to know it all ended so very well and that they can now build that strong relationship together as a family . . . Oh and yes I did cry with them as they invited us in their journey to find lost family ....well done ! 😁👍🏻

[@Dkotastar]

I ran out of tissue...nm, my shirt will do. Fran' just melted my heart

[@nmac6533]

Same. Same. I had consumed about 3 rolls of tissue after 6 days of binging on this series

[@Vero2yu]

Why?

[@cindylou3205]

The mother was wonderful. A true mother.

[@amezquitamarissa]

I don’t know why I watch this at work. I’m sobbing! Absolutely love this show.

[@lauraIngleswilder74]

Shame on you for watching at work

[@glitterlife2248]

The way Francescas mom didn’t misgender her once. Absolutely wonderful person. The amount of love is overwhelming so I can’t even imagine how they felt

[@Vero2yu]

Actually she is misgendering when she calls him something he is not and will never be. Fact is, will always be, that he is a male. The guy is a dude, will always be a dude as in a male, so accept reality.

[@mindfulness123]

"I didn't lose a son, I gained a daughter." Just beautiful.

[@Vero2yu]

Nope, only delusional, she still has a son and will always have a son bcz it is LITERALLY impossible to change gender. So, that guy, that dude only altered his looks. He will forever be a male. So maybe accept really?

[@nancyhooper7715]

These are such moving stories I can’t help but cry in gratitude for the birth mother, and Italian family that have so lovingly embraced their children. 💖😍

[@chnalvr]

This is an extra beautiful episode! Bring EXTRA tissues. Lovely.

[@cherrimullins9632]

A lovely,respectful,heartwarming show...thank you!!❤❤❤❤😁

[@angiehloucha7336]

Wow! The story of Francesca is so beautiful! I wish that level of love and support for all transgender folx from their families, just lovely.

[@markr.devereux3385]

A particularly wonderful episode. Many missing parts found and healing of past sorrows. This show is so well done with a team of experts. I've watched them all and the tlc version. Cheers from USA.

[@kellysnider5138]

Every time I think I can't be touched any deeper there you go again. Oh my word

[@saishin10489]

I'm still rewatching these episodes SO many years later! Love it 🥰🥰🥰

[@TM-rm1rj]

There are so many things I love about this show. It's all about family and not about judgement.

[@dawndavis2955]

These are two more beautiful stories! Thanks for sharing all of these stories.

[@sydneymomma11]

This makes my heart so happy. Thank you. 💗

[@mejdaarfa4227]

Very colourful cemetery.I hope Francesca will have self -confidence and happiness from her mother's good company/ Bestr egards from Tunisia

[@Vero2yu]

Smh, dude get help, it is a guy and not a female. That is a male, a dude, so you should wwrite ''his mother'' and he will always be a him, he. Soo. Accept reality. Literally impossible to change gender too, that guy only altered his looks, sooo.

[@Sherrie_D]

What a wonderful program this is! Beautiful families!❤️

[@jeremysawyer6133]

Thank You so much for this post !!!!

[@murdahmammiez]

I did an ancestry DNA test with my sister for the fun of it n out of curiosity ..and ended up finding a half brother to our mom that her n her siblings never knew about. We cried so hard when we met him n it was pure love..it hurt to know that I went to school with my cousin,never knowing we were family and that my uncle was so close to where Ive lived all my life. But now we r all close. Ive been watching long lost family for years never thought it would happen to me

[@susanrash1930]

I love all these stories of families finding lost members...even ones they didn't know of. Bravo/Brava!!!

[@jacquelinecargill4017]

I absolutely loved this!

[@coolkingww2d-daygillespie196]

Thank you again i love these shows

[@haliesmith6855]

I’m loving the UK version thank you so much I know this is older but still, it’s new to me 🇬🇧

[@lesha1492]

Norma is a wonderful person. I believe her heart is solid gold. She accepted her daughter so easily and plans to be by her side as she transitions. So fantastic! I love this show! Klennex loves me to.....I think I own part of the company.......

[@Vero2yu]

The comment needs work, it should say ''She accepted her son so easily and plans to be by his side as he chasing after an impossible fantasy'' that would have been accurate if you wrote it like that, the way I suggested. Reality is that it is her son and he is a male, a guy, dude will forever be a male.

[@lesha1492]

@@Vero2yu whatever, dear.....

[@Vero2yu]

@@lesha1492 Do not use lame and sick words when it is a stranger, so no words like ''dear'' smh, be neutral and stop wasting words.

[@lesha1492]

@@Vero2yu whatever dear. Cheers.

[@Vero2yu]

@@lesha1492 I already said, do not write those words to strangers nor say, like really. Something is wrong with you so do not reply again, never say nonsense like ''dear'' and so on to randoms, wacko. Smh.

[@axelrobb5975]

What a truly, truly beautiful human being Francheca's mother is. ♥

[@wendylou8963]

What a wonderful episode!

[@shellybetterton3539]

Honestly This was the best episode I have seen so far. It's beautiful 😍

[@leonangel9251]

Oh im sorry i forgot to put thumbs up in all your videos that ived being watched.. its all lovely and likeable..

[@alvarovaldovinos6836]

What an amazing episode. I cried so much.

[@loicerogito5781]

There's some happiness and joy that I also feel when people meet their loved ones that fascinates me

[@sharonav1]

One of the best episodes! Love the mom and daughter bond ❤❤❤

[@dishappywithlife2556]

I have been binge watching and crying like a baby!!

[@perrylord1622]

This is my most favorite episode. So far, this is my favorite.

[@Chanceisafoodie]

Francesca’s beautiful soul brought me to tears. What an absolutely lovely outcome.

[@evaperez4139]

Maria and her new family was a beautiful gathering. Loved hearing her cousin speaking Italian. Francesca and her mom was sweet. They look so much alike.

[@PollyAlice2000]

What a wonderful feeling to see families finding one who had been lost for various reasons. I wish them days of joy and continued happiness.

[@GEM.Official]

I have never cried so much from a show. Every episode. Dang it! 😭😭😭😭

[@albertopena5644]

I felt cousin Silvana could well be part of my family.

[@nadraosman5222]

Alberto Pena mind too I just love her heart