Bio

Zelda Thomas is from a little town called Bessemer,  Alabama just 15 minutes from Birmingham. She began singing at an early age allowing her talent to be noticed throughout her childhood. In school she was in several talent shows, competitions and plays including, ‘Rumpelstiltskin’. Music Producer, Fredrick Knight wanted to sign her, but being raised in a strict home, her grandmother would not allow it. Zelda was raised singing in church, weddings and charitable events. Since being in Atlanta, she has performed at The West End Mall for HIV Awareness, Frederick Douglas High School’s Gospel Fest, Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday Celebration, and many other local events. She has also appeared on the FOX Television Show ‘Star’ as well as People TV. In addition to singing, Zelda has been a panelist for acting class-es under Producer Deon Wright and wardrobe assistant for singer, Myrna Clayton. No matter what else she did, singing is where she found her purpose. Zelda’s greatest inspiration has been Diana Ross, who happens to be her first cousin. Diana Ross’ mother, “Aunt Ernestine” recorded Zelda singing to Diana many years ago. Zelda did not know it at the time, but that recording would land her a trip to New York, where she was able to shadow Diana Ross in New   York during the time she was starring in the movie ‘The Wiz’. Shadowing. Diana allowed Zelda to meet Michael Jackson along with the other cast members of ‘The Wiz’. That was a life changing experience for small town Zelda, but being young and naive she had to return to Alabama. After decades past and many life experiences later, she realized that in addition to helping others her passion for singing never went away. Zelda has appeared on Atlanta & Company, (Channel 11 News). Although Zelda was not cast during her ‘Empire’ and ‘America’s Got Talent’ auditions she has never lost faith and refuses to give up on her dreams. Still standing steadfast on the teachings of her grandmother, Zelda’s motto is, “In all your ways, hold on to father and he will direct your path. He will see you through.” Zelda currently serves as a private duty nurse, and continues to let her light shine through singing every chance she gets. Zelda believes that her greatest opportunities are still yet to come!