Raphael Thomas
Biography
Raphael Thomas, a dancer, was born on St. Andrews in Jamaica. After moving to the United States, his parents enrolled him in dance classes. His pursued training at prestigious institutions such as The Rock School of Penn. Ballet, The Kirov Academy, Dance Theatre of Harlem, New Jersey Tap Dance Ensemble, and the Austrian Ballet Company of Tokyo. Raphael majored in illustration at St. John’s University.
Known For & Full Filmography9 Titles
Drama Series - 2010, 16 episodes • as Dancer
Based on the Pretty Little Liars series of young adult novels by Sara Shepard, the series follows the lives of four girls — Spencer, Hanna, Aria, and Emily — whose clique falls apart after the disappearance of their queen bee, Alison. One year later, they begin receiving messages from someone using the name "A" who threatens to expose their secrets — including long-hidden ones they thought only Alison knew.
Movie - 2023, 2h 15m • as Harpo's Buddy
A decades-spanning tale of love and resilience and of one woman's journey to independence. Celie faces many hardships in her life, but ultimately finds extraordinary strength and hope in the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood.
Movie - 2023, 2h 15m • as Self - Dancer
A concert film documenting Taylor Swift's record-breaking Eras Tour (2023-2024). Filmed during the Los Angeles shows, the film captures the tour's ten acts, each representing a different musical era from Swift's career. The film showcases over 40 songs, elaborate stage productions, and Swift's performance.
Drama Series - 2025, 16 episodes • as Self - Dancer
A behind-the-scenes docuseries event chronicling the development, impact, and inner workings that created the phenomenon that was Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour, as well as providing an intimate look at Taylor's life as her tour made headlines and thrilled fans around the world. The series also spotlights performers, family members, and friends — including Gracie Abrams, Sabrina Carpenter, Ed Sheeran, and Florence Welch — offering never-before-seen insight into what it took to create a phenomenon.
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as Self
Filmed at the end of the tour in Vancouver, B.C., with the entire Tortured Poets Department set.
Movie - 2019, 2h 15m • as Self - Dancer
This intimate, in-depth look at Beyoncé's celebrated 2018 Coachella performance reveals the emotional road from creative concept to cultural movement.
Movie - 2015, 2h 15m • as Ensemble
Winner of 7 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, The Wiz was a massive Broadway hit which spawned a dismal feature film starring Diana Ross and Michael Jackson. Executive Producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron have assembled a Tony-winning creative team, the imaginative Cirque du Soleil Theatrical and a diverse cast of showstoppers designed to create an eye-popping new take on the musical unlike anything ever seen.
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as Self
The exclusive world premiere of the music video "The Fate of Ophelia", along with behind-the-scenes footage from the music video shoot, brand new lyric videos, and Taylor Swift's personal reflections on songs from her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl.
Movie - 2002, 2h 15m • as Slim
Recently divorced Nina Taylorson (Wilson) and her young son Mason move to a small Georgia town to start a new life. Mason befriends Gaitus Stevens (Lawhorn), a lonely recently widowed older gentleman, and together they attempt to save several abandoned puppies hiding in the thick Kudzu bush. Their love, faith and determination help them cope with loss and separation and realize the blessings they share during the holiday season.