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BY Francis Akhalbey, 12:00pm May 24, 2019,

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7 famous people you didn’t know are from Eritrea

by Francis Akhalbey, 12:00pm May 24, 2019,

7 famous people you didn’t know are from Eritrea — Ella Thomas — Photo via gaiagurl on Instagram

Ella Thomas
Born in Asmara to an Eritrean mother and an African-American father, Ella Thomas is an actress, model and producer. Her parents met in the Horn of Africa nation when her father was stationed there as an American Air Force officer.

Thomas has starred in various movies and TV series including Choker, Surrogates, Nina, CSI: NY, NCIS: Los Angeles, just to mention a few.

Last Edited by:Victor Ativie Updated: May 11, 2020

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