Karen Dunbar
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.
Filmography
Karen Dunbar Live from Ayr
2025
as Self
The All Star Euros Sketch Show
2024
- No poster
Nae Expectations
2023
as Miss Havisham
Ooh the Banter!
2022
as Self (archive footage)
Ooh the Banter!
2022
as Self
#CancelKarenDunbar
2022
as Self
Mary Queen of Scots
2018
as Commoner
Julius Caesar
2018
as Casca
Henry IV
2018
as Bardolph/Vernon
The Tempest
2018
as Trinculo
- No poster
Rice Paper Stars
2000
as Lulu
Chewin' the Fat Live!
2000
as Various