About

Known credits:
13
Birthday:
1971-04-01
Place of birth:
Glasgow, Scotland
Website:
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Karen Dunbar

Overview

Karen Dunbar (born 1 April 1971) is a Scottish comedian, actress and writer known for her bold humour and standout performances in Chewin’ the Fat and The Karen Dunbar Show. Born in Glasgow and raised in Ayr, she began her career in theatre and radio before gaining national fame with BBC Scotland in the late 1990s. Dunbar has also starred in major stage productions, including the National Theatre of Scotland’s Men Should Weep and The Guid Sisters. Openly gay and an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, she is praised for blending comedy with social commentary and continues to be a leading voice in Scottish entertainment.

Known for

Acting
2023 Nae Expectations Actor Miss Havisham N/A
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2022 Ooh the Banter! Actor Self N/A
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2022 Ooh the Banter! Actor Self (archive footage) N/A
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2019 Best of Chewin' the Fat Actor Various N/A
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2018 Mary Queen of Scots Actor Commoner 64
Fair
2018 The Tempest Actor Trinculo N/A
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2018 Julius Caesar Actor Casca 58
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2018 Henry IV Actor Bardolph/Vernon N/A
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2009 Happy Hollidays Actor N/A
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2003 The Karen Dunbar Show Actor 69
Fair
2000 Rice Paper Stars Actor Lulu N/A
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2000 Chewin' the Fat Live! Actor Various N/A
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1999 Chewin' the Fat Actor 70
Good