By Arséma Thomas, the breakout star of , may not have been a household name when she took on the Netflix prequel. But anyone who caught her captivating portrayal of Young Lady Agatha Danbury is certainly paying attention now.Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Arséma Adeoluwayemi Thomas has a multicultural background, with roots in Ethiopia and Nigeria, that has greatly influenced her perspective on race and fueled her passion for African excellence. That also comes through in her acting, which so beautifully reflects her own personal and professional journey of self-discovery and showcases the intricate layers of her multifaceted identity.