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Tom Leeb (born 21 March 1990) is a French singer. He was selected to represent France in the Eurovision Song Contest 2020 in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, with the song "Mon alliée (The Best in Me)", but the competition was cancelled because of the COVID-19 pandemic.[1]

Key Information

Family

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Leeb is the son of humorist Michel Leeb and journalist Béatrice Malicet, Tom Leeb was born in Paris in 1989. He is the youngest in the family, after Fanny (born in 1986) and Elsa (born in 1988).

Career

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In 2003, he played in the theater with his father in Madame Doubtfire. He studied theater, cinema, singing and dance in New York for five years.

In 2013, he was chosen for the role of Tom in the series Sous le soleil de Saint-Tropez, then played the role of Adrien in an episode Section de recherches. The same year, he played in the film Paroles.

He appeared in the film My Summer in Provence, with Jean Reno in 2014. The same year, he formed a comic duet with the actor Kevin Levy, and they created their first show Kevin et Tom. The two comedians were the opening act of Gad Elmaleh at the Olympia then went on tour on Parisian stages. In parallel with their show, they launched mini-video sequences titled: "How ...".

In March 2018, he released his first single "Are We Too Late" under the Roy Music label.

On 14 January 2020, the public national television channel France 2 announced that it has selected Tom Leeb to represent France at the Eurovision Song Contest 2020, scheduled for May 16, with his song "Mon alliée (The Best in Me)". The competition was cancelled on March 18 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On June 19, 2020, Leeb confirmed that he would not represent France in the Eurovision Song Contest 2021.

Discography

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Studio albums

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Title Details
Recollection
  • Released: 20 September 2019
  • Label: Cristal Groupe, Roy Music
  • Formats: Digital download, CD
Silver Lining
  • Released: 25 September 2020
  • Label: Cristal Groupe, Roy Music
  • Formats: Digital download, CD
Bedrock
  • Released: 6 December 2024
  • Label: Cristal Groupe, Roy Music
  • Formats: Digital download, CD

Extended plays

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Title Details
Tom Leeb
  • Released: 21 September 2018
  • Label: Cristal Groupe, Roy Music
  • Formats: Digital download

Singles

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Title Year Album or EP
"Are We Too Late" 2018 Tom Leeb
"Go On"
"Sun" 2019 Recollection
"Mon alliée (The Best in Me)"
or "The Best in Me" 		2020 Recollection
(Extended Version)
"Si tu savais" Silver Lining
"Run Away"
(featuring Jérôme Queriaud)
"You Got Something"
"Anywhere You're Not"
(Acoustic Version) 		2023 Non-album single
"Brothers" Bedrock
"Blood to Fire"
"Nobody Knows Me Like You Do"
"Brand New Day"
"When a Man Needs a Woman"
(Live at Alhambra Studios)
"This Love" 2024
"Breakaway"
"Somebody Else"
"You'll Be Alright"
"Wherever Leads the Road"
"Home"

Filmography

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Movies

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  • 2013: Paroles by Véronique Mucret Rouveyrollis
  • 2014: My Summer in Provence (French : Avis de mistral) by Rose Bosch : Tiago
  • 2017: Jour-J by Reem Kherici : Gabriel
  • 2017: Overdrive by Antonio Negret : the American tourist n°2
  • 2017: Mon poussin by Frédéric Forestier : Romain
  • 2017: Papillon by Michael Noer : lawyer Dega
  • 2017: The New Adventures of Cinderella (French : Les Nouvelles Aventures de Cendrillon) by Lionel Steketee : the dwarf Relou
  • 2019: Edmond by Alexis Michalik : Leo Volny
  • 2020: C'est la vie of Julien Rambaldi : Jérôme
  • 2021: Spoiled Brats by Nicolas Cuche Netflix
  • 2021: Stuck Together by Dany Boon - Sam (Netflix)
  • 2021: Pierre & Jeanne by Clémentine Célarié from a work of Guy de Maupassant
  • 2023: Nouveau départ by Philippe Lefebvre : Stéphane
  • 2023: Dogman by Luc Besson : Bradley
  • 2024: Le vent des sables by Stéphane Kappes (France 3) : Olivier Finer
  • 2024: Le livreur de Noël by Cécilia Rouaud (France 2) : Julien
  • 2024: Les cadeaux by Raphaële Moussafir and Christophe Offenstein : Dan

Short films

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  • 2009: One Shot by Miguel Parga
  • 2013: Subtitles by Allan Duboux and himself
  • 2015: This New Generation by himself : Joe
  • 2017: Lola & Eddie by Charlotte Karas and Jordan Goldnadel : Eddie
  • 2016: Happy Anniversary by Franck Victor
  • 2017: Unexpected by Jessy Langlois : Jeremy
  • 2017: Momentum by David Solal : Ron
  • 2016: Jeux de grands by Celine Gaudry
  • 2021: “Des Corps” de Tom Leeb

TV shows

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  • 2013 - 2014: Sous le soleil de Saint-Tropez  : Tom Drancourt (seasons 1 and 2)
  • 2014: Section de recherches  : David Bréand (season 8, episode 9 : Cyrano )
  • 2018: Nina  : Anto (season 4, episode 4 : D'abord ne pas nuire )
  • 2020: “Infidèle” Saison 2 TF1 - Gabriel
  • 2021: “Plan B” saison 1 TF1 - Manu
  • 2021: Scènes de ménages M6
  • 2022: L'amour (presque) parfait France 2 - Stéphane
  • 2022: Women at War TF1 - Joseph Duvernet
  • 2023: A casa tutti bene Sky Italia - George Solari

Theater

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  • 2003: Madame Doubtfire, adapted by Albert Algoud, directed by Daniel Roussel, Théâtre de Paris
  • 2013: Kevin & Tom

References

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Tom Leeb

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Tom Leeb (born 21 March 1989) is a French singer-songwriter, , and recognized for his introspective and multifaceted entertainment career. Best known internationally for being internally selected to represent at the with the song "Mon Alliée (The Best in Me)", his entry was ultimately withdrawn due to the event's cancellation amid the . Leeb's work spans releases, roles, and , often drawing on personal themes of resilience and relationships. Born in to renowned comedian Michel Leeb and journalist Béatrice Malicet, Leeb grew up in a family immersed in the arts, with his older sister Fanny Leeb also pursuing a career as a singer. He made his stage debut at age six alongside his father and later honed his skills by studying theatre, cinema, and singing in New York for five years. This formative training laid the foundation for his transition into professional acting and music, where he has cited influences including , , and . In his music career, Leeb debuted with the album Recollection in September 2019 under Roy Music, featuring tracks like "Are We Too Late", which amassed over 25 million views. He followed with Silver Lining in 2020 and his most recent release, , in December 2024, an album of cathartic folk-rock exploring emotional depth and personal growth. Prior to Eurovision, Leeb supported major artists such as Sting and Tom Jones on tour, building a reputation for his acoustic performances blending English and French lyrics. As an actor, Leeb has appeared in notable French and international films, including Papillon (2017) as Dega's lawyer, Overdrive (2017) as an American tourist, and Cyrano, My Love (2018) as Léonidas Léo Volny. His filmography also includes Mon Poussin (2017) and the TV miniseries Women at War (2022). Complementing his dramatic roles, Leeb performs as part of the comedy duo Kevin & Tom, creating humorous sketches that have gained popularity on YouTube, and he has starred in theatrical adaptations like Mrs. Doubtfire.

Early life

Family background

Tom Leeb was born on March 21, 1989, in , . He is the son of Michel Leeb, a prominent French , , and known for his extensive career in theater, film, and television, and Béatrice Malicet, a and whose involvement in the entertainment industry stems from her marriage to Michel and her own professional contributions. Leeb is the youngest of three siblings, with two older sisters: Fanny Leeb, born in 1986, who has established herself as a singer and actress, notably participating in The Voice France in 2013, and Elsa Leeb, born in 1988. The Leeb family's deep ties to the French entertainment scene, spanning comedy, music, , and production, provided a formative environment that immersed Tom in from an early age and significantly shaped his career trajectory.

Upbringing

Tom Leeb was born on March 21, 1989, in , , where he spent his childhood in a culturally vibrant household immersed in the arts. Growing up in the French capital's dynamic environment, Leeb was surrounded by a family deeply involved in entertainment, which fostered an early appreciation for performance and creativity. His father, the renowned comedian and actor Michel Leeb, maintained an extensive collection of records that played frequently at home, exposing young Tom to diverse musical influences from an early age and instilling a sense that music was inherently part of his life. Leeb's initial encounters with comedy and stage performance came through direct immersion in his father's professional world. As a child aged four to six, he often spent time in the wings of theaters, quietly observing Michel Leeb's live shows and absorbing the nuances of audience interaction and timing. This hands-on exposure extended to family life, where post-performance discussions and coaching sessions at home allowed Leeb to learn the intricacies of humor through his father's guidance, such as using subtle hand signals to refine comedic delivery during rehearsals. These experiences in a entertainment-oriented home environment sparked Leeb's personal interests in and , which he began exploring informally during his school years without pursuing structured academic paths in . By his mid-teens, Leeb had developed a multifaceted passion for the , including music, where he started playing drums as a self-taught endeavor influenced by the household's constant musical backdrop. Rather than formal higher education, his artistic growth emphasized practical, family-driven immersion, leading him to prioritize hands-on development in , , and songwriting by his late teens. This foundation in Paris's artistic milieu, combined with familial encouragement, shaped Leeb's intuitive approach to , setting the stage for his later pursuits without reliance on traditional schooling.

Career

Breakthrough in entertainment (2003–2013)

Tom Leeb made his professional debut on stage at the age of 13, appearing in the French theatrical adaptation of in 2003, where he performed alongside his father, the renowned comedian Michel Leeb, who took on the lead role. This early exposure to the marked Leeb's entry into theater, providing him with foundational experience in front of live audiences during a production that ran successfully in . Following his stage debut, Leeb pursued formal training in theater, cinema, singing, and dance in for five years, honing his skills away from the French entertainment scene. Upon returning to France around 2012, he began developing his comedic talents through live performances and online content. In 2013, Leeb formed a comic duo with fellow performer Kevin Levy, creating the act Kevin & Tom, which debuted that year with humorous sketches blending parody and improvisation. The duo quickly gained traction on , amassing views through short videos that showcased their energetic interplay, before transitioning to live shows across venues, including a notable opening slot at the Olympia theater. Leeb's comedic persona, characterized by witty observations and musical elements, began to solidify through these early endeavors, leading to his first television appearances in 2013. He secured a recurring as Tom in the French series Sous le soleil de , which highlighted his emerging acting range within comedic contexts. Throughout this period, Leeb navigated the challenges of building a career in his father's shadow, motivated by a desire to forge an independent path in . In interviews, he has expressed admiration for Michel Leeb's influence but emphasized studying abroad to develop his own voice without direct comparisons, reflecting on public perceptions that often linked his opportunities to while underscoring his commitment to earning recognition on merit.

Music debut and acting expansion (2014–2019)

In 2014, Tom Leeb made his cinematic breakthrough with the role of Tiago in My Summer in Provence (original title: Avis de mistral), a family drama directed by Rose Bosch, where he co-starred alongside as the estranged grandfather Paul. This marked a significant transition from his earlier theater and work to feature films, showcasing his ability to portray nuanced familial dynamics in a story about reconciliation during a in rural . Leeb continued to build his acting profile through television during this period, appearing in the Sous le soleil de Saint-Tropez from 2013 to , where he played Tom Drancourt across 19 episodes in the first two seasons, exploring themes of family intrigue and romance in the glamorous setting of the . He further demonstrated his dramatic range in with a guest role as David Bréand in season 8, episode 9 ("Cyrano") of the crime series Section de recherches, a popular French procedural that delved into investigative narratives and emotional depth. Parallel to his acting endeavors, Leeb debuted in music with a self-titled EP released in September 2018 under the Roy Music label, featuring six tracks that introduced his style. The EP included the "Are We Too Late," released on March 23, 2018, which blended folk and pop elements with acoustic influences drawn from artists like and , reflecting personal themes of sentimentality and introspection. In 2019, Leeb released his first studio album, Recollection, on September 20 through Roy Music, comprising 13 self-written tracks in a pop-folk vein with rock accents, centered on themes of personal growth, relationships, and emotional reflection. The album built on the EP's foundation, offering a more expansive exploration of his introspective songwriting.

Eurovision and beyond (2020–present)

In early 2020, Tom Leeb was internally selected by to represent at the in with the bilingual ballad "Mon alliée (The Best in Me)", co-written by Leeb alongside and Thomas G:son. The song explores themes of emotional resilience and mutual support in relationships, portraying a partner as an inner ally who uncovers one's strongest qualities amid adversity. However, the contest was cancelled in March 2020 due to the , prompting Leeb to release a French-language version of the track as a standalone single while reflecting on the abrupt end to his preparations. In subsequent interviews, Leeb expressed mixed feelings about the experience, noting it accelerated his visibility but also highlighted the challenges of adapting to global uncertainty. Following the cancellation, Leeb released his EP Silver Lining on September 25, 2020, amid the ongoing pandemic lockdowns, which emphasized messages of hope and personal growth as a response to collective hardship. The project, recorded during isolation, served as a creative outlet after the Eurovision setback, with tracks blending folk and pop elements to convey in difficult times. Building on this, Leeb's full-length album arrived on December 6, 2024, delving into deeper emotional introspection through cathartic folk-rock arrangements that explore vulnerability, refuge, and self-discovery. Leeb continued his acting career during this period, appearing in the 2023 thriller DogMan directed by , where he portrayed the character Bradley, alongside roles in various television productions. In a 2025 interview with Télé 7 Jours, Leeb publicly reflected on his Eurovision involvement, declaring it "a mistake" due to the intense production pressures that constrained his artistic authenticity and shifted focus away from his songwriting roots. Throughout 2025, Leeb remained active in public life, attending high-profile events such as the premiere of Ma Mère, Dieu et at Pathé Palace on March 17 and the Roland Garros tennis tournament on May 30.

Discography

Studio albums

Tom Leeb has released three studio albums to date, showcasing his evolution as a in the pop and folk genres. His debut studio , Recollection, was released on September 20, 2019, by Cristal Groupe and Roy Music. It features 13 tracks blending and pop elements, including songs like "Ashes" and "You and I." The follow-up, Silver Lining, came out on September 25, 2020, also under Cristal Groupe and Roy Music. This 10-track release emphasizes acoustic arrangements, with highlights such as "Grown" and "Run Away." Leeb's third studio , , was released by Cristal Groupe and Roy Music on December 6, 2024. Comprising 14 tracks, it explores introspective themes through pop-rock influences, featuring tracks like "Somebody Else" and "Wherever Leads The Road."

Extended plays

Tom Leeb's debut , titled Tom Leeb, was released on September 21, 2018, by Cristal Groupe and Roy Music. The EP features 6 tracks and marks his entry into the style.

Singles

Tom Leeb has released a number of singles, often tied to his EPs and albums or as standalone tracks for specific projects like Eurovision.
TitleYearAlbum/EP
2018Non-album single
Are We Too Late2018Tom Leeb (EP)
Sun2019Recollection
Mon alliée (The Best in Me)2020Standalone (Eurovision entry)
Brothers2023Bedrock (lead single)
Breakaway2024
2024Bedrock
You'll Be Alright2024Bedrock
Wherever Leads The Road2024Bedrock

Filmography

Feature films

Tom Leeb's breakthrough role in feature films was as a supporting actor in My Summer in Provence (2014). He portrayed Tiago, a young character contributing to the film's ensemble narrative about family and summer adventures. In 2017, Leeb took on a minor role as Dega's lawyer in the biographical drama Papillon, a remake of the 1973 classic depicting the infamous prison escape. That same year, he appeared in a supporting capacity as American Tourist #2 in the action-comedy Overdrive, an English-language production involving car thieves in France. Also in 2017, he played Romain in Mon poussin. Leeb appeared as Léonidas Léo Volny in Cyrano, My Love (2018). In 2020, he starred as Samuel in . His role as Juan Carlos in Spoiled Brats (2021) followed, along with appearances in Pierre et Jeanne (2021). Leeb earned a key role as Bradley in the crime thriller Dogman (2023), directed by , where he contributed to the story of a groomer entangled in . In 2024, Leeb appeared in Le vent des sables as Olivier Finer, Le livreur de Noël as Julien, and Les cadeaux as Dan.

Short films

Tom Leeb's early forays into included several short films in the , where he frequently took on multifaceted roles as , director, and co-writer, often in independent productions that explored themes of romance, identity, and modern relationships. These projects served as a platform for honing his craft before transitioning to larger feature films and roles. His earliest short was One Shot (2009), directed by Miguel Parga. His directorial debut came with Subtitles (2013), a comedic short co-directed with Allan Duboux, in which Leeb also starred as a lead character navigating cultural and linguistic misunderstandings in a budding romance. The film premiered at various festivals and highlighted his emerging talent behind the camera. In 2015, Leeb wrote, directed, and led the cast of This New Generation as Joe, a charismatic young man grappling with digital-age seduction and fleeting connections among . The 9-minute fiction piece was selected for the Champs-Élysées Film Festival and co-produced by Great Pictures Productions. Leeb appeared in Happy Anniversary (2016), directed by Franck Victor, playing a key role in this romantic drama about a couple's milestone celebration disrupted by unexpected tensions. The short emphasized intimate character dynamics in a concise format. He also featured in Jeux de grands (2016), directed by Celine Gaudry. That same year, he portrayed Eddie, the titular character's love interest, in Lola & Eddie (2016), a poignant exploration of youthful passion and heartbreak directed by Goldnadel and Charlotte Karas, featuring Lola Bessis as the protagonist. The film was distributed through Unifrance and screened at international festivals. Leeb's 2017 output included , directed by David Solal, where he played Ron in a story of interpersonal momentum and change, contributing to the film's focus on collaborative . He also starred as Sebastian in Unexpected (2017), directed by Jessy Langlois, depicting a birthday surprise that spirals into emotional revelations alongside ; the short earned recognition at the FICOC Comedy Film Festival for its team performance. In 2021, Leeb directed Des Corps. These short films, totaling over ten entries from 2009 to 2021, underscored Leeb's versatility in low-budget, narrative-driven cinema, building on his foundational acting training from institutions like the .

Television shows

Tom Leeb began his television career with a recurring role as Tom in the French Sous le soleil de Saint-Tropez, appearing in all 19 episodes across its two seasons from 2013 to 2014. In 2014, he made a guest appearance as David Bréand in the crime drama series Section de recherches, in the episode "Cyrano" from season 8. Leeb continued to build his television presence in the late and with roles in various French series, including Anthony in Nina (2018, 1 episode), in Infidèle season 2 (2020, 6 episodes), Manu in Plan B (2021, 6 episodes), a guest role in Scènes de ménages (2021, 1 episode), Stéphane in L'amour (presque) parfait (2022, 6 episodes), and Joseph Duvernet in Les combattantes (2022, 8 episodes). In 2023, he played George Solari in A casa tutti bene. These appearances, combined with his early work, account for over 50 episodes across more than a dozen French and international television productions during the and as of 2024.

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