
Actor
Karen Dunbar
Born 1971 · Glasgow, Scotland
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.
Acting

Mary Queen of Scots
Commoner · 2018

Julius Caesar
Casca · 2018

M.I. High
Arme Gonnerssen · 2007
Happy Hollidays
Joyce Mullen · 2009

Britain's Got More Talent
Self · 2007

The Tempest
Trinculo · 2018

Henry IV
Bardolph/Vernon · 2018

Ooh the Banter!
Self (archive footage) · 2022

Best of Chewin' the Fat
Various · 2019

Chewin' the Fat Live!
Various · 2000
Rice Paper Stars
Lulu · 2000
Nae Expectations
Miss Havisham · 2023

#CancelKarenDunbar
Self · 2022

Karen Dunbar Live from Ayr
Self · 2025
