Thomas Bangalter was born on January 3, 1975 (41) in Paris, France. He began playing piano at the age of six. Daniel Vangarde, his father, was a famous songwriter, working with Gibson Brothers, Ottawan, and Sheila B. Devotion. Thomas met de Homem-Christo in 1987 at the Lycée secondary school in Paris. They had a common interest of movies and music from the 70s and 80s. Before reaching the age of 18, the duo became interested in electronic music. Thomas is still making music with de Homem-Christo today.