Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1954-10-19
- Born Place: Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
Also Known As:
肯·斯托特
Ken Stott
Kenneth Campbell Stott, born on October 19, 1954, in Edinburgh, Scotland, is a distinguished stage, television, and film actor renowned for his powerful and versatile performances. Raised in Edinburgh, he attended George Heriot's School before pursuing his passion for acting at the Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London. His early career saw him working in theatre, including for the Royal Shakespeare Company, though for some years he had to supplement his acting income by working as a double-glazing salesman.Stott's career gained significant momentum in the 1990s, particularly on British television. He earned widespread acclaim for his role as the hospital radio DJ Eddie McKenna in the BBC Scotland series Takin' Over The Asylum (1994). He became a familiar face in crime dramas, starring as DI Chappell in ITV's The Vice (1999–2003) and taking on the leading role of DCI Red Metcalfe in the BBC series Messiah (2001–2005). In 2006, he famously took over the role of the titular detective in the BBC adaptation of Ian Rankin's Rebus novels.On the big screen, Stott has often played impactful supporting roles. He appeared in films such as Danny Boyle's Shallow Grave (1994), Fever Pitch (1997), King Arthur (2004), and Charlie Wilson's War (2007). Internationally, he is widely recognized for his portrayal of the wise and loyal Dwarf Balin in Peter Jackson's "The Hobbit" film trilogy (2012–2014), a role that involved extensive prosthetics. Stott is also a highly respected stage actor, having won a Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role in 1995 for Broken Glass and receiving multiple other Olivier Award nominations for his work in plays such as Art and A View From The Bridge. His career continues with various roles across film, television, and theatre, showcasing his enduring talent and commanding presence.
