Thomas James Gebr MacLear was born in Bozeman, Montana on April 2nd, 1955 and died quietly at his home on June 6, 2026. He was with his family. Tom lived in Scotland with his family, Mary and William MacLear and older brother Kyle. He grew up in the theatre with his parents and went on to perform in a production of “Oliver” as well as other shows. When his family unexpectedly passed Tom went to live with close family friends Adela and Jaroslav Gebr and their daughter Katarina. He lived with the Gebr’s in California and spent his summers on his family’s farm in Scotland. Later on in life Tom went on to have a successful music career working with artists such as The Dirt Band, The Flying Burrito Bros., Annie Lennox and many others.
Mr. Gebr was an artist for the Hollywood studios and when Tom was not on tour he would work with his father painting backdrops, murals and other scenic art. He also produced modern art portraits for the filming sets of Showtimes’ cult classic: ‘Californication’… the ‘Laurel Canyon Blues’ episodes. After years of working in the music industry he shifted gears and went to work in the music and art department for the “Jimmy Kimmel Live” show. He also appeared on the show in December of 2018. During this time he met the love of his life, Renee DiSisto. They married in 2017. Renee and Tom wrote, recorded and performed music together and also curated art for the Gebr Art Estate until Renee’s passing in 2025. Tom is a published author and Grammy Member. He was 71.
“Life gives us all a choice ….
Music, Art, Theater and Film has given me my choices
A gift to generate light for others
And I thank God every day for that honor … love and peace”