
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.

M.I. High
TV • 2007

Britain's Got More Talent
TV • 2007

Mary Queen of Scots
MOVIE • 2018

Chewin' the Fat
TV • 1999

The Tempest
MOVIE • 2018

The Karen Dunbar Show
TV • 2003

Henry IV
MOVIE • 2018

Ooh the Banter!
MOVIE • 2022

Ooh the Banter!
MOVIE • 2022

Julius Caesar
MOVIE • 2018

Best of Chewin' the Fat
TV • 2019

The All Star Euros Sketch Show
MOVIE • 2024

Karen Dunbar Live from Ayr
MOVIE • 2025

Chewin' the Fat Live!
MOVIE • 2000

#CancelKarenDunbar
MOVIE • 2022