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Ernest Lee Thomas Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on August 9, 2026: By Abigael

Ernest Lee Thomas is an American actor best known for playing Roger 'Raj' Thomas in What's Happening!!.

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Best Known For:The television show What's Happening!!
Breakthrough:Cast as Roger 'Raj' Thomas on What's Happening!! in 1976

10 Quick Facts About Ernest Lee Thomas

  • Full Name: Ernest Lee Thomas
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Entertainer
  • Known For: The television show What's Happening!!
  • Date of Birth: March 26, 1949
  • Age: 77 years old
  • Place of Birth: Gary, Indiana
  • Popular As: Ernest Thomas
  • Specialization: Actor
  • Net Worth: $164,000-$10,928,000 (Estimated range)
Ernest Lee Thomas
Ernest Lee Thomas

Ernest Lee Thomas Age

Ernest Lee Thomas is about 77 years old as of 2026. Ernest Lee Thomas was born in 1949.

Ernest Lee Thomas Height

Ernest Lee Thomas stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches. This is approximately 173 cm.

Rise to Fame

Ernest Lee Thomas rose to prominence for his role on the television show What's Happening!!.

Notable Works

  • TV Show: What's Happening!! (Roger 'Raj' Thomas, 1976-1979)

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Ernest Lee Thomas
  • Popular As: Ernest Thomas
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Entertainer
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: Black / African

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: March 26, 1949
  • Age: 77
  • Birthday: March 26
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries
  • Place of Birth: Gary, Indiana

Measurements

  • Height: 5 ft 8 in

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $44,000–$569,000 (Estimated range)
  • Net Worth: $164,000–$10,928,000 (Estimated range)
  • Source of Income: Acting contracts and related professional work

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