You're probably related to Charlemagne too! Scientist explains how 'literally' everyone in Europe has a direct lineage to the king

31 January 2025

“Literally every person in Europe is directly descended from Charlemagne… Literally, not metaphorically. You have a direct lineage which leads to Charlemagne,” said Dr Adam Rutherford (UCL Biosciences) on the likelihood of being descended from Emperor Charlemagne.