Karen Dunbar
ActingBorn 1971-04-01 · Glasgow, Scotland
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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Chewin' the Fat: Hogmanay Special 2001
Karen Dunbar Live from Ayr
Dec 15, 2025
The All Star Euros Sketch Show
Jun 09, 2024
Nae Expectations
Dec 19, 2023
Ooh the Banter!
Dec 31, 2022Ooh the Banter!
Dec 31, 2022
#CancelKarenDunbar
Feb 24, 2022
Julius Caesar
Jun 17, 2018Rated 8.5 out of 10
Mary Queen of Scots
Dec 07, 2018Rated 6.5 out of 10
Henry IV
Jun 17, 2018
The Tempest
Jun 17, 2018
Chewin' the Fat: Hogmanay Special 2005
Dec 31, 2005
Chewin’ the Fat: Hogmanay Special 2004
Dec 31, 2004
Chewin’ the Fat: Hogmanay Special 2003
Dec 31, 2003
Chewin' the Fat: Hogmanay Special 2002
Dec 31, 2002
Chewin' the Fat Live!
Jan 01, 2000Rice Paper Stars
Jul 01, 2000
Chewin' the Fat: Hogmanay Special 2000
Dec 31, 2000