Russell Jonathan Leetch (born 5 March 1982) is an English bass guitarist who plays with Birmingham-based indie rock band Editors.

He studied music technology at University of Staffordshire where he met his fellow Editors band members.

He used to work with bandmate Tom Smith in a call centre before the band got a record deal.

[3] He also directed the video to the Editors single "Bones" which was released in Europe.

[5] In April 2011 Leetch ran the London Marathon along with lead singer Tom Smith.