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Ernest Lee Thomas

Meet Ernest Lee Thomas, the super-cool actor who made us laugh as Raj on TV!

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[Ernest (Possibly Richard Ernest Withey) and his 'Friend Girl']
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[Ernest (Possibly Richard Ernest Withey) and his 'Friend Girl']

Key Facts

Born
March 26, 1949.
Known For
Playing Roger 'Raj' Thomas on 'What's Happening!!' and 'What's Happening Now!!'.
Also Known For
Playing Mr. Omar on 'Everybody Hates Chris'.
Fun Fact
He played the same character, Raj, in two different TV shows!

Who's That Funny Guy?

Imagine your favorite TV show where a character always makes you giggle. That's Ernest Lee Thomas! He's an actor who became super famous for playing a character named Roger, but everyone called him Raj.

Raj was on a show called 'What's Happening!!' a long, long time ago, and then he came back for another show called 'What's Happening Now!!'. He also played a funny neighbor on 'Everybody Hates Chris'. He's like a TV superhero who brings smiles to our faces!

Raj's TV Adventures!

Raj, played by Ernest Lee Thomas, was a main character on a show that was like a big, fun party for families watching TV. The show was about friends and their everyday lives, and Raj was always there with a joke or a helpful word. It was so popular that after the first show ended, they made another one!

It’s like when you love a toy so much, you wish it could have a sequel. Ernest Lee Thomas made Raj a character everyone loved to watch.

More Than Just Raj!

Did you know Ernest Lee Thomas played another character who was a bit like a wise grandpa on TV? He was called Mr. Omar on the show 'Everybody Hates Chris'.

This character was also super funny and always had something interesting to say. It shows that Ernest Lee Thomas is a talented actor who can play different kinds of people, making us laugh and think. He's like a chameleon, changing into different characters!

Why We Remember Ernest Lee Thomas

Ernest Lee Thomas is important because he brought joy and laughter to so many people through his acting. He made characters that felt like friends, and people loved watching them. Shows like 'What's Happening!!' are like classic stories that people still talk about.

By playing Raj and Mr. Omar, he became a familiar and friendly face on television, making him a memorable part of TV history for kids and grown-ups alike.

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