Tom Jones to Get His DNA Tested for Black Ancestry

Singer Tom Jones plans to get his DNA tested to find out if he has some black ancestry, he told The Times of London magazine in an interview published Saturday. The 75-year-old Welshman gained international fame in a career that has spanned over 50 years with hits like “It’s Not Unusual,” “What’s New Pussycat” and “She’s a Lady.” Jones, whose parents were Welsh and English, said his signature baritone voice and thick, curly hair has prompted questions about his race for years. “A lot of people still think I’m black,” Jones said.

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