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LEON THOMAS

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by: Lisa Steinberg

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Q.  What are some of the recent projects that you've been working on?

A.  Right now I am really focusing on my music and I am also focusing on YouTube.  I am doing this huge thing on YouTube called "Smash Ups."  I am taking a bunch of popular songs and mixing them into one song.  People have really been feeling what I've done so far.

Q.  What can you tell us about your character Andre from the show "Victorious"?

A.  My character Andre on "Victorious" is a really funny guy, he has lots of attitude, and he lives, eats, sleeps, and breaths music.  He provides a shoulder to lean on and he's definitely the voice of reason.

Q.  Did the chemistry with the cast come naturally or did it take some time to develop?

A.  Literally the first episode we all felt like this is something that was going to work for at least eight seasons.  We're like a big family and once we get going, Victoria and I, especially when it's the two of us with the way we bounce off each other it's organic and fun.  You'll see throughout the season just what I'm talking about but we have so much fun.

Q.  What about the show made you want to be a part of it?

A.  At first the music aspect, I thought it would be a perfect opportunity to show the world my musical talents.  As I started doing it I really got to show off my comedy chops, which is something that I don't really think I've ever had to do before.  It was definitely an awesome opportunity to do that.

Q.  Comedy seems to come pretty naturally to you.  Is it something you've worked at or has it really come that quick to you?

A.  Other than "iCarly" and a few other shows, I really didn't do too much comedy.  Coming into "Victorious" it wasn't something that wasn't new to me, but it wasn't something I was a veteran at.  I basically learned as I went and hopefully people love it.

Q.  Do you have a really memorable moment from filming the show?

A.  Every time we had a music performance  it was like we weren't shooting a music video, it was like we got our own little concert.  Sometimes they'd have a huge audience come in and the energy in the room would be phenomenal.  That to me is truly special and it's probably something I will never  forget about "Victorious."

Q.  Why should viewers take the time to check out the show?

A.  "Victorious" to me is something that everybody can get down with.  It has the laughs, it has the music, and it has the romance.  It has everything you need to be entertained for a half an hour.  I am just really glad that people have been checking into it.  Honestly if you haven't seen the show yet you should definitely check it out because it's worth your while.

Q.  Is there a place online where those interested can go to learn more about you?

A.  You can learn a lot more about me by following me on Twitter because I am constantly tweeting about what I'm doing and about what I like and what I don't like. That's really where you can get the inside scoop at @LeonThomas3.


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