DNAngels

06/01/2026

TIP OF THE DAY

Public trees can guide the process, but they still need verification. Records and DNA must align before conclusions are trusted.

05/30/2026

TIP OF THE DAY

Obituaries are one of the fastest ways to connect generations and identify living descendants.
👉 Expert principle: Structured DNA analysis reveals the truth through evidence and patterns.

05/30/2026

🎬 Reminder: Free Screening & Live Q&A This Saturday!

Hey DNAngels family! This is your official reminder that our exclusive virtual screening of the powerful short documentary Are You My Brother? is happening tomorrow (Saturday, May 30th)!

If you haven’t reserved your spot yet, there is still time to grab a virtual seat.

In 2023, a Puerto Rican tattoo artist named Oscar Iglesias came to DNAngels searching for his biological father. His journey didn't just lead to his dad—it also led him to a brother he never knew: Brooklyn-based documentary filmmaker Daniel A. Nelson. Daniel turned the camera on his own family to capture the beautiful, complex reality of meeting for the first time.

Tragically, Oscar passed away suddenly in June 2025. This film stands as a moving tribute to his legacy, and we are incredibly proud to host this screening to celebrate his story.

📅 Event Details
When: This Saturday, May 30, 2026

Time: 12:00 PM Central (1:00 PM Eastern / 11:00 AM Mountain / 10:00 AM Pacific)

Where: Streaming Live on Zoom

Cost: Completely FREE

💬 What to Expect
We will watch the 12-minute documentary together, followed immediately by an exclusive, live Q&A and open discussion with the director, Daniel A. Nelson.

You can read more about the project ahead of time on the filmmaker's official website: https://bydanielnelson.com/areyoumybrother

🎟️ How to Register
Zoom seats are limited! Click the link below to secure your spot before tomorrow:

👉 Register Free on Zoom Here: https://dnangels-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/ulqLYKvPQpScOvs3sfaVGg #/registration

We can't wait to share this powerful afternoon with you. Let us know in the comments if you’ve already got your ticket! 👇

When Puerto Rican tattoo artist Oscar Iglesias sets out to find his biological father, he finds a brother in filmmaker Daniel A. Nelson — and a fleeting chance at belonging before his sudden death.

05/29/2026

TIP OF THE DAY

Geography matters. When multiple matches trace back to the same town or region, the DNA is telling a story worth following.

05/28/2026

TIP OF THE DAY

Elimination is one of the most powerful tools in genetic genealogy. Rule out the impossible until only the truth remains.
👉 Expert principle: DNA evidence becomes powerful when paired with structure, timelines, and context.

👉 Expert principle: DNA evidence becomes powerful when paired with structure, timelines, and context.

05/27/2026

TIP OF THE DAY

Relationship labels are only suggestions. Real conclusions come from analyzing the evidence behind the centimorgans.

05/26/2026

TIP OF THE DAY

Repeating ancestral couples across multiple trees are rarely coincidence. Repetition usually points directly to the MRCA.

05/26/2026

Hey DNAngels family!

We have some incredibly special news to share. You are cordially invited to a free virtual screening of a powerful new short documentary that hits very close to home for our community.

In 2023, a Puerto Rican tattoo artist named Oscar Iglesias came to DNAngels searching for his biological father. Working with one of our amazing Search Angels, his journey didn't just lead to his father—it also led him to a brother he never knew: Brooklyn-based documentary filmmaker Daniel A. Nelson.

Daniel turned the camera on his own family over the next two years to capture the beautiful, messy, and complicated reality of meeting for the first time. Tragically, Oscar passed away suddenly in June 2025, and this film serves as a moving tribute to his legacy.

As an organization, we are immensely proud to host this event to celebrate Oscar's story.

📅 Event Details
When: This Saturday, May 30, 2026

Time: 12:00 PM Central (1:00 PM Eastern / 11:00 AM Mountain / 10:00 AM Pacific)

Where: Streaming Live on Zoom

Cost: Completely FREE (Registration is required)

💬 What to Expect
We will watch the 12-minute documentary together, followed immediately by an exclusive, live Q&A and open discussion with the director, Daniel A. Nelson. It’s a profound look at how reunion is rarely a simple fairytale, but rather a space filled with both grief and joy.

You can learn more about the film and the project on the filmmaker's official website: https://bydanielnelson.com/areyoumybrother

🎟️ How to Join Us
Zoom seats are limited! Click the link below to secure your spot and reserve your virtual seat:

👉 Register Free on Zoom Here: https://dnangels-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/ulqLYKvPQpScOvs3sfaVGg #/registration

We would absolutely love to see you there. Drop a comment below if you'll be joining us! 👇

When Puerto Rican tattoo artist Oscar Iglesias sets out to find his biological father, he finds a brother in filmmaker Daniel A. Nelson — and a fleeting chance at belonging before his sudden death.

05/25/2026

TIP OF THE DAY

DNA naturally forms four grandparent clusters. The goal is to identify every line and understand how they connect.

05/24/2026

TIP OF THE DAY

Separating maternal and paternal lines early makes every case easier to manage. Structure removes confusion.