Duane Parham Didn't Expect This Phone Call | I Found My Father, Too! Episode Four

What would you do if you got a phone call completely changing your life, revealing an adult daughter you never knew existed? In Episode Four of I Found My Father, Too!, host Courtney Lindsay sits down with Detroit musician and incredible soul, Duane Parham. Duane shares the unbelievable true story of how his daughter, Shabazz, found him through Ancestry.com and Facebook after decades apart. From their emotional first phone call before DNA confirmation to her flying out to Detroit for bike rides on the waterfront, this is a masterclass in what it means for a mature man to step up and embrace adult children with open arms. Duane also opens up about his incredible journey of resilience—from surviving a devastating fall and overcoming strokes to watching his son reclaim his life after incarceration and bond with his new family. It’s a powerful conversation about miracles, second chances, and why "chicken is good, but God is great!" TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Introduction: Courtney Lindsay introduces the episode and welcomes Duane Parham for the special segment, "My Baby Found Me". 01:21 – Being Found: Duane describes the emotional reality of being found by his daughter, Shabaura, and how they instantly felt like twins. 02:35 – The Discovery: How Shabaura used Ancestry.com, found a 99.9% match, tracked down a Facebook page, and asked her mom the ultimate question. 08:12 – Life After the Reunion: Duane talks about how his life changed, the frequent trips to Detroit, and creating new family traditions. 11:47 – The Responsibility of Fatherhood: Duane shares his powerful perspective on why men must step up, accept responsibility, and embrace adult children. 13:25 – Redemption & Reconnection: Duane discusses his son's journey, returning home, and building a strong bond with both his son and daughter. 14:03 – A Walking Miracle: Surviving a severe fall down 13 stairs, overcoming three small strokes, and using his story on stage. 16:56 – A Message to Shabaura: Duane expresses deep gratitude, calling Shabazz his "miracle" and reflecting on the blessing of his new family. 17:57 – Closing Remarks & Special Shoutout: Final thoughts, words of appreciation, and a playful nod to banana pudding. ❤️ If this story touched your heart, make sure to like, comment your biggest takeaway, and subscribe for more emotional family reunion stories! Follow our Instagram:   / ifoundmyfathertoo   Follow our Facebook Page:   / ifoundmyfathertoo   ________________________ #FamilyReunion #AncestryDNA #IFoundMyFatherToo #FatherDaughter #InspirationalStories