2018Nominee
Best Performance
Mary Queen of Scots
Karen Dunbar
Actor · Writer
Glasgow, Scotland
April 1, 1971
Biography
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.
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Representative Works
Awards and Honors
Critical Favorites
2018Nominee
Best Performance
The Tempest
2018Winner
Best Performance
Julius Caesar
Career Highlights
2022Highlight
Best Performance
Ooh the Banter!
2018Highlight
Best Performance
Henry IV
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Mary Queen of Scots
Julius Caesar