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ETHAN HERISSE
ABEL
Ethan Herisse is an American actor who entered the film world at age 12. He has appeared in a number of notable films and videos such as “Key & Peele”, “Miss Virginia”, and “About a Boy.” Herisse now stars as Young Yusef Salaam in Ava DuVernay's limited Netflix series, "When They See Us,” the most watched series on Netflix during its opening two weeks, remaining a heavy favorite at the Primetime Emmy Awards.
@ethanherisse
Wayna Wondwossen
MIHRET
Wayna Wondwossen is an R&B/soul singer and songwriter. Born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Wayna is a Grammy-nominated performing artist. She worked as a writer for the Clinton White House before releasing three solo albums, garnering three Billboard-charting singles and a Grammy nomination. She currently tours as a vocalist with musical icon Stevie Wonder.
@waynamusic
Adonai KELELOM
KIYA
Adonai Girmaye Kelelom is a 15 year old Ethiopian actor. Though the role of Kiya stands as Kelelom’s professional debut, portraying this role has been one of “the best experiences [he’s] ever had,” and has inspired him to pursue a career in acting. He aims to study acting as well as neuroscience in the United States in the near future.
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