Michael Burgess (July 22, 1945 – September 28, 2015) was a Canadian actor and tenor singer, best known for his portrayal of Jean Valjean in the Toronto production of Les Misérables and was the former anthem singer of the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Burgess was born in Regina, Saskatchewan; his early musical training included education at Toronto's St. Michael's Choir School.

[2] Burgess appeared as one of the 17 Jean Valjeans at the end of the Les Miserables 10th Anniversary Concert.

His other major performances include Man of La Mancha, Blood Brothers, and starring roles throughout Canada and the United States.

[3] He married fellow Les Misérables performer Susan Gilmour on October 8, 1994.