Tom Francis

Tom Francis (born June 29, 1999, in Colchester, Essex) is an English actor and singer whose career has moved swiftly between major stage productions and high-profile screen work. Also credited as Thomas Francis Barber, he has become closely associated with contemporary musical theatre while expanding his presence in film and television.

Francis drew wide attention for his leading performance as Joe Gillis in Sunset Blvd, a role that earned him the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Musical and later a Tony Award nomination in the same category. His stage résumé also includes a notable turn as Roger in RENT, underscoring his range as both an actor and vocalist.

On screen, Francis made his television debut as Clayton Angevine in the fifth and final season of Netflix’s You, bringing his theatre-honed intensity to a global audience. He followed with film work including Noah Baumbach’s ensemble feature Jay Kelly, and continues to build momentum with projects such as The Mosquito Bowl.