Solomon Hailemichael

Solomon was born on October 19, 2002, in Hamilton, New Jersey. Shortly after his birth, his parents opted to relocate to the out-burbs of Plumstead Township, New Jersey, one of the most densely populated horse enclaves in the United States. Solomon had a severe speech delay for many years throughout his early childhood, but quickly began studying and reading exponentially. When his parents noticed Solomon's proclivity to reading everything he could find in his home, his home was quickly filled with many interesting books; that he began to read to his younger siblings. During this time Solomon quickly became acclimated to school life, while participating in baseball, and football. After Breaking his arm in a freak sideline accident, he began to focus on stage and theatre. At the age of 8 he landed his first role in his school play after memorizing the main character's monologue the night before his audition. During summer break when he was 9 years old, he decided to write a science book the his parents self published titled, "Space Exploration for Kids." His book was later recognized by not only the president of the United States, but also received a Citation from the New Jersey Senate and General Assembly, the Mayor of Plumstead Township, and the Ocean County Library, where it remains archived for permanency in the Hugh B. Wheeler Memorial Archives section. The following year after writing his book he auditioned for and achieved the comedic lead character of Norman Newsie in Raggamuffin. The next two years he won two lead roles in his school play while focusing on a professional film career in New York city. As his roles increased, his popularity amongst his classmates catapulted. Due to Solomon's extraordinary memorization skills, he was able to submit to a myriad of auditions, landing several prominent roles while also participating in various lead and background roles in film and stage productions. Solomon is presently an honors student in New Egypt, New Jersey, where he continues to be an aspiring actor and a rising star in the film and entertainment industry. He enjoys focusing on both careers and is presently taking both careers to the next level.