Duncan Mclean is an award-winning actor, best known for his television roles on shows like The Office, ER, and Scrubs. A native of Scotland, Mclean was born in 1971 and raised in Edinburgh. He studied acting at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama in Glasgow, graduating in 1995.
Mclean made his professional acting debut in 1997, playing a small part in the BBC drama The Cops. He then appeared in several other shows, including the BBC drama The Bill and Channel 4's Queer as Folk. In 2001, he made his first major breakthrough when he was cast as David Brent in the BBC mockumentary The Office. His performance in the show earned him an Emmy nomination in 2004.
In the following years, Mclean went on to appear in various television series and films, including ER, Scrubs, and The Last Samurai. He also starred in the romantic comedy Love Actually and the crime drama The Departed. His role in The Departed earned him a BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor in 2006.
In addition to his work in television and film, Mclean has also appeared in theatre productions. He has appeared in numerous plays, including Macbeth, The Tempest, and A Midsummer Night's Dream. He has also won several theatre awards, including Best Actor from the British Theatre Awards for his performance in Macbeth.
Outside of his acting career, Mclean is an active supporter of several charities, including Cancer Research UK and the British Heart Foundation. He is also a vocal advocate for LGBT rights and an avid supporter of the arts.
Mclean currently lives in London, but he still returns to Scotland regularly to visit his family. He remains one of the most popular and beloved British actors, and his fans continue to be inspired by his talent, commitment to his craft, and unwavering commitment to social justice.
