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Leon Pisani

Leon Pisani Member of the boy band V

Born:
25 DEC 1985
Place of Birth:
Cardiff
Famous For:
Member of the boy band V
Trivia:
Leon's name is Noel backwards, appropriate for someone born on Christmas Day.
Biography:

Another fresh faced singer seeking pop fame, Leon wowed fans in his home patch as a member of boy band V supporting Busted and McFly on their national tours.

Leon's talent came to light as a pupil at Cantonian High School in Cardiff.

A member of the school choir, he also took the lead in school shows where he impressed the audience with his hip hop moves.

A keen sportsman too, Leon also tried his hand as a graffiti artist before seeing an advert for auditions in Birmingham for the boy band V in 2003.

As one of five youngsters who made the cut, they were launched into the spotlight in spring 2004 in a support slot on Busted's UK tour.

They followed this up with their debut single Blood Sweat & Tears and the album You Stood Up.

But despite a string of TV and festival appearances, the big break failed to come.

In February 2005, V confirmed that they were calling it a day after what they called "the best two years" of their lives.

The band's official website reports that Leon is setting up an Elvis Presley lookalike agency, but his true destiny has yet to be revealed...


your comments

Laura, Shrewsbury
I think Leon is the cutest of V - he has such a good singing voice. I wish he could have sung more than a couple of lines in the V songs or even do a solo album because I think it would sell really well.

Lauren Howell, Dublin
Leon has 2 be my fave member of V. . .i reali miss V :( . . .shame they spilt . . and i TOTALLY agree wit the ppl who say he shud do a solo career. . hes awesome!.. . hes sweet hes funny and hes soo down 2 earth. . .i hope he gets real popular in the future !! xxxxxx

Lauren, Cardiff
He was in my school - he signed his name on Mr H's wall!! I never met him but do you know what he is doing now?

pesh
i went to skwl at the same time as leon he went to skwl wid my bro an he sung in front of my year in assembly in the music room (to prove it the music teacher whos room it was called mr wicket :D who was an amazing an kwl teahcer) he was gd live but the song sucked an he should never dress like a milk man again cuz it made him look like a complete gimp lol an i av heard frm ppl tha he duz act superior but thaz juz wa ppl say i dnt kno personaly

Rhiannon from Cardiff
He was in my school - his band was amazing. Shame they split up - my brother knew him.

Samantha
I went to high school with Leon at Cantonian. I was in his form class from year 7 onwards. He is a great lad but deserves a great solo career. Very popular with the girls and lads loved getting up in front of people and singing. Good luck Leon with your future.

Kirsty, Cardiff
I met Leon last night at his friends wedding party. I didn't realise he was in V but he's wicked. And I like V - I thought they were a good band. Hope to get in touch with u Leon again x

Tanya from Cardiff
Have never met the guy myself and will hold my judgement until I do! He's a good friend of my partner's family and is singing live at my sister in laws wedding! We'll soon see.

Cassie, Northampton
Sorry but this kid should stick to selling burgers, cos thats all he is good for.

Carrie
I really liked V...They were an awesome band and Leon by far had the best voice! From what I've heard he was also a really sweet guy! Does anyone know what he's doing now and where he is?

Onya
I think Leon was the bst of th 5*

Danielle O'Mara, Coalville, Leicestershire
Leon is a realy good singer and I would love to meet him. He has a gorgeous smile and looks so friendly. I love Leon so much he's sound. lol

hannah,cardiff
from your adoring couzon u could have done better never mind though hannahxx

Vivi
Leon is very cool guy, and he is so handsome, talented, and God blessed. I just want to say "I Love You".

S in Essex
I think leon is such a good singer. it is shame V split up. i think with his deep sexy voice and looks like dat and a beautiful voice - he will go far. plus hes italian and welsh. wot more cud u ask for? If he does read this i love u sooo much!

Anon, London
Sorry gotta agree with bob on this one. He's one of the most obnoxious people i've ever met. And a true "what have you got to offer me? type of guy... avoid at all cost's.

Taylor
i think hes great ive met him lds n hes wkd x

mumtas kadiye from london
leon was the best!! i was so sad when the boy band split up. i had their posters everywhere in my bedroom!! leon, i LOVE you!!!

Dan, Cardiff
I was in most of Leon's classes, including Drama where he was in a play as a graffiti artist. He was never a graffiti artist, just in a play bout one! Im not saying he doesnt deserve the fame, he worked really hard for it all the way through school, but the idea that he was into anything subversive is laughable, he was always a mainstream popular boy.

Caz, Nottingham
It was a real shame that V didn't get the chance to prove themshelves there were great. But I think that Leon should definately go solo he is so talented with such a great voice. Plus he's really fit too. He deserves a chance to prove himself in the pop world as a solo artist not hidden in a band. COME ON LEON YOU KNOW YOU WANT TO!

felicity
i went to school with him and he always got up on stage and flashed his moves - the girls went wild. He's really great artist, and his sister is so nice as well x

Bob from Caerphilly
Met him many times.. stuck up, under-talented and requiring help.. Sorry kids but Leon is a plonker

Lucy, Cardiff.
Shame V has split! Wish Leon the best in the future! x

sarah ward
i think leon is ace hes funny and he CAN sing i liked V when they were around

Vania Jay,S'pore
I think Leon shud be a solo artist so that he'd be recognised more.Oh,and lastly,Leon is drop dead gorgeous .

Nicola, Scotland
I think that leon was a great singer and i was very upset to hear that they were calling it a day! I love leon and i think he has a amazing voice and the welsh accent is a big turn on!! Miss ya loads good luck in the future. xxxxxx

Angry from Wales
This lad has no talent and no future in the biz. Go home people there is nothing to see.

becky huddersfield
leon is so fine omg

cheza + k-lee, h-pool
leon t us is a babe, hes very talented like us both.hehehe, noh o/j. he shud deffo go solo, we miss him ;( xxx

aisha scotland
it is a shame how V are not together no more they were really good they didn't even get to prove who good they really are!!!

aisha sarwar scotland
i think leon should be a solo artist coz i really miss him and his really nice voice plus he is really fit! and has a welsh accent!!!!!!!!!!

caran leigh iris williams
i love leon

Amy Portsmouth
Leon is a great singer,and he is also good looking , i'm still getting over the guys going. But i wish him great luck after V.

Laura from Pontypool
It's such a shame V aren't together anymore, but we can all expect big things from Leon. So watch this space!

Kelly, Pontypool
He's a good looking boy and 3 successful singles , an album, support on 3 major UK tours isn't a bad way to spent a year is it! Besides he's a top lad so best of luck to him.

Faye
I miss him!!

Faith Grosvenor, Portsmouth
Not only is he a great singer. On a personal level he took time out to help my sister, & we will always be grateful for that. He gave me my sister back. If you read this Leon, thank you.x

Rach from Scotland
Leon is amazingly talented and I luv his voice it's just so powerful and affective and not to mention that he's good looking.

Siobhan, London
Hugely talented guy. Deffo needed a mention on here, has had FAR more success than Jamie Shaw!

Leanne - Midlands
What a talented young chap, defiantly a face for the future.

Hannah Nottingham
Leon is very sexy

Beth Ingram Chesham
Leon is welsh so therefore deserves to be on the list! Hes a great musician and very talented!!

Sarah Lou from London
Leon is very talented and such a great person, and is defnitely a lot more famous than most people on the list. i wish him luck in his career after V.

Angharad Davies, Loughborough
Not only is Leon Welsh, and incredibly talented, he also very very very good looking.

Jade, Stoke-on-Trent
I think he should be on the list because they make brilliant music! Also he's a lot more famous than a lot on here!

Ashley and Sammy, Hampshire
Leon Pisani is an amazing singer and has been very successful in the music business and we feel he deserves a tribute as he is from Cardiff and has many musical talents!

C in Cardiff
He has played Party in the Park in Cardiff & Swansea, supported Busted on their two tours at the CIA and supported McFly at their gig at Newport Centre. Other Welsh boyband members, such as Jamie Shaw, have been recognised so why not Leon!

Kim in London
Leon deserves recognition for being an amazing singer as well as having a lovely personality towards his fans.

Sarah in Carmarthen
A young, talented lad from Cardiff. He has had a very sucsessful year with V and I feel that he deserves a mention!

Jess Dean in Maidstone
I have known this guy for a year now and he is a genius. Last year they released their debut album which has 3 top 10 and 1 top 5 single on it.

Rachel in Bargoed
He's released an album which is more than some people on the list can say. He's talented and is being very successful lately.

Aoife, Magherafelt
He's Welsh, isn't he? And he's been succesful with his band, hasn't he? So how come he's not on, when Jamie Shaw still is, and hasn't been heard from in ages?

Rach, Newcastle
I feel that Leon should be recognised in this tribute. He is Welsh and has had more success than the likes of Jamie Shaw.

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