From Raj to Riches
Overcoming Life Through Faith
by: Ernest L. Thomas
$15.00
From Raj to Riches: Overcoming Life Through Faith is a powerful and deeply personal autobiography by Ernest L. Thomas, chronicling a remarkable journey through fame, faith, and perseverance. Known to generations for his iconic roles in television and film, Thomas shares the story behind the spotlight—revealing the challenges, lessons, and spiritual grounding that shaped his life and career.
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From his breakout role as Raj on What’s Happening!! to a decades-long career spanning Broadway, television, and film, Thomas reflects on navigating success, identity, and purpose in an ever-changing entertainment industry. With honesty and humility, he explores how faith became the foundation that sustained him through both triumphs and trials.
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More than a Hollywood memoir, From Raj to Riches is an inspiring testimony of resilience and belief. Thomas offers readers encouragement to overcome obstacles, remain grounded, and trust that purpose can emerge through every season of life.
Reflections:
“Ernest Thomas is an incredible actor and performer. Something about Raj’s character in What’s Happening brought me comfort and let me know that anything was possible.”
— Chris Rock​
“My father, Muhammad Ali, loved Ernest Thomas so much and always liked to call him Raj… having meaningful discussions about spirituality and religion.”
— May May Ali​
“Having personally worked with him on Everybody Hates Chris, I learned much of what I do as an artist from him. His kindness, professionalism, and respect for his craft continue to set the bar.”
— Terry Crews
Author: Ernest L. Thomas
Publisher: Bravo Kid Entertainment
Publication Date: June 2, 2017
Language: English
Format: Paperback
Print Length: 174 pages
ISBN-10: 0692860053
ISBN-13: 978-0692860052
Dimensions: 6 × 0.4 × 9 inches
Item Weight: 8.6 ounces
An inspirational memoir of faith, perseverance, and purpose
$15.00