Louis Tomlinson is an English singer and songwriter, best known as a member of the popular boy band One Direction. Born on December 24, 1991, in Doncaster, England, he gained fame after the group formed on the reality show The X Factor in 2010. After One Direction went on hiatus in 2016, Tomlinson pursued a solo career, releasing his debut album, Walls, in 2020. He is recognized for his distinctive voice and songwriting skills, often drawing from personal experiences in his music.