Tómas Lemarquis, a multifaceted French-Icelandic actor, came into the world on August 3, 1977, in Reykjavík, the vibrant capital city of Iceland, a nation renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage.
His mother, a proud Icelandic national, and his father, Gérard Lemarquis, a French schoolteacher with a passion for education, shared a unique cultural blend that would eventually have a profound impact on Tómas' artistic endeavors.
As a child, Tómas was fortunate enough to grow up between two distinct cultures, Iceland and France, two nations that have had a profound influence on his perspective on life.
Tómas' early life was marked by a unique and complex experience, as he wrestled with the physical manifestation of alopecia universalis, a condition that would ultimately render him completely hairless by the tender age of 14. This extraordinary circumstance, though presenting its own set of challenges, did not deter Tómas from cultivating his sense of self and pursuing his passions. In fact, it was precisely this determination that would ultimately lead him to embark on a journey of self-discovery and artistic expression.
It was in the esteemed Cours Florent in Paris that Tómas would find himself surrounded by like-minded individuals, all sharing a common goal of honing their craft as actors. Among his esteemed peers was none other than the illustrious Audrey Tautou, a talented actress who would undoubtedly inspire and influence Tómas' own artistic development.
Through his time at the Cours Florent, Tómas would have the privilege of learning from and collaborating with some of the most talented and accomplished individuals in the industry, an experience that would undoubtedly shape and refine his skills as an actor.
Tómas' artistic endeavors did not stop at his studies in the City of Light, for he also ventured to the Reykjavík School of Fine Arts in Iceland, a journey that significantly expanded his creative horizons. This dual exposure to the artistic landscapes of both Paris and Iceland has, without a doubt, had a profound impact on his approach to acting, granting him the capacity to infuse his performances with a distinctive and unparalleled perspective.
Tómas Lemarquis has had a prosperous and illustrious career in the film industry, marked by a succession of notable and impressive performances in a diverse range of critically acclaimed movies. His remarkable breakout role came in the 2003 Icelandic film "Nói Albínói", where he played a leading and pivotal part, showcasing his exceptional acting abilities to a wider audience. In more recent years, he has continued to impress with his versatility and range, appearing in the 2018 Berlinale Film Festival winner "Touch Me Not", as well as in other notable films such as "Snowpiercer", "X-Men: Apocalypse", and "Blade Runner 2049".
