Tom Vermeir, a multifaceted Belgian artist born in the year 1976, has successfully carved out a reputation for himself across a broad spectrum of creative endeavors, effortlessly transitioning between the realms of music and theater to establish himself as a prominent figure in both industries.
Tom, the lead singer and guitarist of the illustrious rock band A BRAND, enjoyed a remarkable decade-long tenure marked by unparalleled success, characterized by the release of five magnificent albums and a plethora of international tours that traversed the globe. In tandem with his musical pursuits, Tom diligently cultivated his craft as a theater performer, collaborating with esteemed companies such as het KIP, COMPAGNIE CECILIA, NTGENT, KOPERGIETERY, TONEELHUIS, and ABATTOIR FERME.
Tom has enjoyed a highly productive creative partnership with renowned stage writer ARNE SIERENS, as well as COMPAGNIE CECILIA, yielding numerous fruitful collaborations. One notable example of their collaborative efforts is the screenplay for the film BELGICA, for which Tom took on the lead role and received a nomination for Best Actor at the prestigious Ensors.
Tom's innate aptitude as an actor was unequivocally acknowledged by Director Felix Van Groeningen, who had the pleasure of discovering his exceptional abilities on stage. Specifically, Van Groeningen recalled Tom's impressive performances in roles assigned to him by Arne Sierens, stating that he was left thoroughly impressed. In fact, the director went so far as to declare that Tom was "made to play" the role of Frank, suggesting that he possessed a unique quality that made him perfectly suited for the part.
Tom has been keeping extremely occupied in the television and film industries, with a plethora of projects under his belt, including the French-Belgian film "SEULE A MON MARRIAGE" directed by the renowned Marta Bergman.
Notably, he has also secured roles in several upcoming television series, such as the intriguing "THE DAY" brought to life by the collaborative efforts of Gilles Coulier and Dries Vos. Additionally, Tom has been featured in the Danish-German-Belgian production of "THE TEAM SEASON 2", a highly anticipated series.
Furthermore, his extensive filmography includes the critically acclaimed "SALAMANDER" directed by the talented Frank Van Mechelem, as well as the captivating "DE TWAALF" by the visionary Wouter Bovijn. Moreover, Tom has lent his talents to the thought-provoking "JDE BENDE VAN JAN DE LICHTE", a masterpiece crafted by the skilled Maarten Moerkerke.
These notable projects demonstrate Tom's versatility and dedication to his craft, solidifying his position as a talented and in-demand actor in the industry.
