Herbert Léonard (1945–2025) was a celebrated French crooner whose rich, romantic voice captivated audiences for over five decades. Born Hubert Lœnhardt in Strasbourg, he began his musical journey in the 1960s as a guitarist with Les Lionceaux before embarking on a solo career. His breakthrough came in 1981 with the hit "Pour le plaisir," selling over 1.4 million copies. Léonard's style blended French chanson with soul influences, producing timeless classics like "Amoureux fous" and "Puissance et gloire." Beyond music, he was a noted author on Soviet military aviation. Léonard passed away in 2025, leaving a lasting legacy in French music. ([entrevue.fr](https://entrevue.fr/en/culture/herbert-leonard-une-voix-inoubliable-de-la-variete-francaise/?utm_source=openai))