Tony Rich to play "Thomas" in X-Men: First Class

Just learned that relative newcomer Tony Rich has secured a minor role in X-Men: First Class as the mutant "Thomas."

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By CBMcontributor - Sep 20, 2010 04:09 PM EST

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Just learned that relative newcomer Tony Rich has secured a minor role in X-Men: First Class as the mutant "Thomas." He begins filming next month. The casting sheet read:

"Thomas: 18-year old mutant and minority rights activist. Mentally mature beyond his years. Can duplicate other mutant powers within a specific range. Male, African-American or similar."

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