Tessa Thompson is part of the cast of Dear White People, a critically acclaimed series streaming on YouTube TV. Based on the 2014 film of the same name, the show follows a group of African-American students at a predominantly white Ivy League university as they navigate issues of race, identity, and activism. Thompson portrays the character of Samantha White, a biracial student and the host of a controversial radio show that sparks conversations and controversies on campus. Dear White People is praised for its sharp writing, compelling performances, and its ability to tackle important social issues with wit and intelligence.
