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<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>

<p>Nafessa Williams is an American <a href="/biography/nafessa-williams">actress</a> known for her work in television and film. She was born on December 4, 1989, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and was raised in West Philadelphia. Williams attended Robert E. Lamberton High School before going on to study criminal justice at West Chester University. During her studies, she interned in the homicide unit of the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/District_attorney">District Attorney</a>’s Office, gaining exposure to the legal system before ultimately pursuing a career in acting.</p>

<h2>Film Career</h2>

<p>Williams made her film debut in the 2011 drama Streets, also known as Meek Mill: Streets, in which she starred opposite Philadelphia <a href="/biography/meek-mill">rapper</a> <a href="/biography/meek-mill">Meek Mill</a>. She portrayed the role of Nicole Gordon. Her other notable film credits include Brotherly Love (2015), Restored Me (2016), Burning Sands (2017), and True to the Game (2017). These roles helped establish her versatility as an actress and showcased her ability to portray a range of complex characters.</p>

<h2>Television Career</h2>

<p>Williams first gained recognition on television through her role as Deanna on the ABC soap opera One Life to Live in 2011. She went on to appear in several other shows, including The Bold and the Beautiful, Code Black, Twin Peaks, and Tales. Her performances received attention for their emotional depth and screen presence.</p>

<h2>Breakthrough Role in <em>Black Lightning</em></h2>

<p>Williams achieved a breakthrough in her career when she was cast as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunder_(DC_Comics)">Anissa "Thunder" Pierce</a> in the CW superhero series Black Lightning. <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunder_(DC_Comics)">Anissa</a> is a groundbreaking <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunder_(DC_Comics)">character</a>: a Black, lesbian <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunder_(DC_Comics)">superhero</a> with superhuman strength and the ability to manipulate her body's density. In a genre historically centered on white male protagonists, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunder_(DC_Comics)">Anissa</a> stands out not only for her powers but also for her commitment to social justice and her community. Williams' portrayal of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunder_(DC_Comics)">Anissa</a> has received widespread praise for its complexity, authenticity, and cultural significance.</p>

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