Karen Dunbar

Actor

Born: April 1, 1971 (age 55)
From: 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…

Filmography (11)

Karen Dunbar Live from Ayr (2025)
Self
The All Star Euros Sketch Show (2024)
Nae Expectations
Nae Expectations (2023)
Miss Havisham
Ooh the Banter! (2022)
Self (archive footage)
#CancelKarenDunbar (2022)
Self
Mary Queen of Scots (2018)
Commoner
Julius Caesar (2018)
Casca
Henry IV (2018)
Bardolph/Vernon
The Tempest (2018)
Trinculo
Rice Paper Stars
Rice Paper Stars (2000)
Lulu
Chewin' the Fat Live! (2000)
Various