Alex Macdonald is a Scottish actor best known for his roles in The Hitman’s Bodyguard, Trainspotting and The Legend of Barney Thomson. He was born on August 5, 1954 in Glasgow, Scotland.
Macdonald started his career as a stage actor at the Citizens Theatre in Glasgow, Scotland. He went on to appear in various television shows including Taggart, Hamish Macbeth and Rebus. He also appeared in the BBC drama series Outlander and the crime drama Shetland.
In 1996, Macdonald made his film debut in the cult classic Trainspotting. He played the role of an older drug addict named Tommy. The film was a critical and commercial success and Macdonald was praised for his performance.
In 2017, Macdonald starred in the action comedy The Hitman’s Bodyguard alongside Ryan Reynolds and Samuel L. Jackson. He played the role of a ruthless and powerful Russian mobster. The film was a box office hit and Macdonald’s performance was lauded by critics.
In 2020, Macdonald appeared in the dark comedy The Legend of Barney Thomson. He played the role of a mysterious and intimidating hitman. The film was well received by critics and Macdonald’s performance was praised.
Macdonald is known for his versatility as an actor and his ability to play a range of roles. He is also known for his intense and powerful on-screen presence.
Outside of acting, Macdonald is a passionate musician and plays both the guitar and the banjo. He is also a keen outdoorsman and enjoys fishing and hiking.
Macdonald is an accomplished actor with an impressive body of work. He has earned a reputation as one of Scotland’s finest actors and continues to work in both television and film.
