Tomlinson had a small role in a movie before auditioning for X Factor. The Doncaster, England, native is the oldest member of One Direction and he auditioned for The X Factor when he was 18.

Who is the oldest and youngest in One Direction?

How Old Are One Direction Now? Ages Of Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, Liam Payne And Zayn MalikOne Direction went on a hiatus in 2016. Harry Styles is 26 years old. Niall Horan turns 27 later this year. Liam Payne is the youngest of the group. Louis Tomlinson is the eldest in One Direction.More items •22 Jul 2020

Who is the second oldest member of One Direction?

Lets take a look, in order from the youngest to the oldest.Harry Styles. Harry Styles is the youngest in the boyband. Niall Horan. Niall Horan is 26 years old. Liam Payne. Liam Paynes birthday is in August. Zayn Malik. Zayn turned 27 years old in January. Louis Tomlinson. Louis Tomlinson is the oldest 1D singer.22 Apr 2020

Who was the leader of One Direction?

WHEN ONE DIRECTION began an extended hiatus at the end of 2015, much was made of the friendships and alliances within the worlds biggest band. LOUIS TOMLINSON was the natural leader of 1D and keen for the group to continue their chart-conquering progress.