Oliver M. Thomas Jr. (born February 10, 1957), is a Democratic politician, actor, writer, and poet who has served on the New Orleans City Council since 2022. He previously served on the city council from 1994 to 2007. On August 13, 2007, Thomas resigned his council seat after pleading guilty to bribery charges. On December 11, 2021, Oliver Thomas again won election to the city council.