Best Known For:The television program The Secret to Success Podcast
Breakthrough:Became globally viral through his motivational YouTube videos, earning the name 'Hip Hop Preacher' in 2008
10 Quick Facts About Eric Thomas
- Full Name: Eric Thomas
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Digital creator
- Known For: The book The Secret to Success
- Current Role: CEO
- Current Show: The Secret to Success Podcast
- Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois
- Birth Year: 1970
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: De-Shaja Thomas
Eric Thomas Age
Eric Thomas is about 56 years old as of 2026. Eric Thomas was born in 1970.
Popularity
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Education
His educational background includes studies at Oakwood University and Michigan State University.
- Oakwood University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Period: 2001
- Michigan State University
- Qualification: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Field of Study: Education Administration
- Period: 2015
Career & Work
Eric Thomas' career includes business leadership roles with Eric Thomas & Associates.
Organization: Eric Thomas & Associates
Role: CEO / Motivational Speaker
Period: Present
Rise to Fame
Eric Thomas rose to prominence for his role for the book The Secret to Success.
Notable Works
- Book: The Secret to Success (Author, 2012)
Eric Thomas Family & Relationships
Eric Thomas is married to De-Shaja Thomas. He has 2 children, Jalin Thomas and Jayda Thomas.
- Children:
- Jalin Thomas
- Jayda Thomas
Lesser Known Facts
- He spent several years homeless in Detroit during his youth before turning his life around.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Eric Thomas
- Popular As: ET the Hip Hop Preacher
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Digital Creator
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: Black / African
Birth & Background
- Birth Year: 1970
- Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois
Measurements
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: De-Shaja Thomas
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Business
Related Biographies
- De-Shaja Thomas (Spouse • Wife)
- Jalin Thomas (Child)
- Jayda Thomas (Child)
