This single guy raised 30 children and adopted five more; here’s how they all live now

Being a foster parent means making a change in a child’s life. These people are compassionate and caring and always ready to open their hearts and homes to minors in need of love and kindness.

Lamont Thomas from Buffalo, New York, has devoted the last 20 years of his life fostering children. Speaking to Good Morning America of the time he welcomed the first child, this amazing man says, “In the beginning, I was helping out some friends. They had lost their child to the system. I went on and got certified and became a foster parent. I haven’t stopped since.”

Believe it or not, Lamont has fostered more than 30 kids, five of which he officially adopted. So with his two biological children, Anthony and LaMonica, he became a father of seven.

The first kid Lamont adopted is Michael Thomas. He’s now 27 and recalls the time he became part of the family.

“He was my third foster home and it ended up being my forever home,” Michael said. “He [knew] my biological parents.”

“Lamont never turned [a child] away,” Michael added. “They either aged out or went back home to their own families.”

With seven kids to take care of on his own, Lamont knew he was done adopting, but then he came across a very special case that made him change his mind.

Five siblings aged 5,4,3,2 and 1, who were children of one of Lamont’s foster kids were placed in foster homes themselves. Lamont was sad the kids got to experience their parent’s fate, and his heart tore apart when he learned Zendaya, Jamel, Nakia, Major, and Michaela were separated. Not only they were taken in by four different families, but they were also in four different cities.

Sadly, that meant one thing, that they wouldn’t be raised together.

That’s when Lamont stepped in. He just couldn’t let the siblings spend their childhood without being by each other’s side so he re-certified as a foster parent and adopted all of them.

Some of his older kids had moved from the house already and had families on their own, so Lamont knew he was making the right decision as he could devote all his time to the new addition to the family.

“I was fighting to keep back the tears,” he said of his adoption day with Judge Lisa Rodwin. “Every day I think about it, my eyes swell up. All that we endured to make this happen, it was something.”

This incredible single dad was now a father of 12 children. He knew things wouldn’t be easy, but he was willing to give it a go.

“They bring new energy to me,” Lamont shared. “They’re lovable kids, very affectionate. They deserve to be raised as siblings, and that was my fight.”

Child Star passed away today. When you find out who he is, you will cry

away at the age of 46. The news of his untimely death has left fans and loved ones in shock and mourning.

Born on May 26, 1978, in a suburb of Los Angeles, California, Benji’s acting career started at a young age. Throughout the 1980s, he graced our screens with appearances on popular shows like The A-Team, T.J. Hooker, Punky Brewster, The Twilight Zone, and Steven Spielberg’s Amazing Stories.

However, it was his role as Brian Tanner on the beloved TV series Alf that made him a household name. From 1986 to 1990, Benji captivated audiences with his performance as the endearing younger brother of the extraterrestrial Alf.

Alongside his successful acting career, Benji was known for his love of dogs. His Instagram profile proudly stated, “Lover of dogs, traveling, late-night runs, music, podcasts, Navy, bipolar, major depression disorder, GAD, ALF, VR, Nike, Cinema 4D, Creative Cloud.” His furry companion, Hans, was not only a loyal friend but also his dedicated service dog.

On a fateful day, tragedy struck Benji and Hans. It remains unclear what exactly caused their passing, but those close to him believe that he may have gone to deposit a check and unfortunately succumbed to the scorching heat inside his car. The loss of both Benji and his beloved service dog has left a deep void in the hearts of those who knew and cherished them.

As news of Benji’s passing spreads, his sister, Rebecca, expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support, stating, “Their family is grieving a great loss and appreciate everyone’s thoughts and kind words.” The tragic loss of this talented and cherished child star will not be forgotten, as his memory lives on in the hearts of his family, friends, and fans around the world.

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