Acting
Karen Dunbar
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.
Filmography
Karen Dunbar Live from Ayr
Film · 2025
The All Star Euros Sketch Show
Film · 2024
Nae Expectations
Film · 2023
Ooh the Banter!
Film · 2022
Ooh the Banter!
Film · 2022
#CancelKarenDunbar
Film · 2022
Best of Chewin' the Fat
Series · 2019
Julius Caesar
Film · 2018
Mary Queen of Scots
Film · 2018
Henry IV
Film · 2018
The Tempest
Film · 2018
Happy Hollidays
Series · 2009
Britain's Got More Talent
Series · 2007
M.I. High
Series · 2007
Chewin' the Fat: Hogmanay Special 2005
Film · 2005
Chewin’ the Fat: Hogmanay Special 2004
Film · 2004
Chewin’ the Fat: Hogmanay Special 2003
Film · 2003
The Karen Dunbar Show
Series · 2003
Chewin' the Fat: Hogmanay Special 2002
Film · 2002
Chewin' the Fat Live!
Film · 2000
Rice Paper Stars
Film · 2000
Chewin' the Fat: Hogmanay Special 2000
Film · 2000
Chewin' the Fat
Series · 1999
Chewin' the Fat: Hogmanay Special 2001
Film