Louis Tomlinson

English singer-songwriter and former member of One DirectionLouis Tomlinson gained global fame as part of One Direction after forming on The X Factor in 2010. Following the band's hiatus, he launched a solo career characterized by guitar-driven pop-rock. He also served as a judge on The X Factor UK and founded the music label Triple Strings Ltd.
  • Tomlinson's mother Johannah Deakin died of leukemia in December 2016; he performed his debut solo single 'Just Hold On' on The X Factor just days later.
  • He became a father in January 2016 when ex-girlfriend Briana Jungwirth gave birth to their son Freddie Reign Tomlinson.
  • In 2019, his 18-year-old sister Félicité died accidentally from an overdose of cocaine, Xanax, and oxycodone.
  • Tomlinson co-wrote more One Direction songs than any other band member, including hits like 'Night Changes' and 'History'.