The Edinburgh Evening News is celebrating its 150th anniversary, and to mark the occasion, we’re naming the city’s most famous faces. We'll be looking at 150 lauded musicians, actors, writers, local heroes and more, who have earned a place in history – not just in Edinburgh, but across the world. We’ve already honoured some big names, from David Tennant to Gavin Hastings. Going in alphabetical order, here are the most famous faces from Edinburgh, from K, to N.
5. Lisa Fleming with husband Euan and son Cameron
Inspirational mum Lisa Fleming founded UK wide charity Make 2nds Count after being diagnosed with secondary breast cancer age 38. The charity has raised over £1m for research into the treatment of secondary breast cancer and provided specialist support to patients and their families. Photo: EEN
6. Sir Malcolm Rifkind
Sir Malcolm Rifkind was MP for Edinburgh Pentlands from 1974 until 1997, served as a minister throughout the 18 years of the Thatcher and Major governments, including spells as Scottish Secretary, Defence Secretary and Foreign Secretary. Photo: Phil Noble/PA Photo: Phil Noble PA
7. Mark Bonnar
Actor Mark Bonnar is best known for his roles in The Rig, Unforgotten, Casualty. He's also starred in Line of Duty, Pshychoville and Rebus. The former Leith Academy pupil picked up a best TV actor BAFTA for Unforgotten. Photo: Andrew Timms
8. Mary Moriarty
Mary Moriarty known as the 'Queen of Leith' was the landlady of the world-famous Port O’ Leith Bar on Constitution Street for 25 years and a “well kent face” to anyone with a connection to the Port bar. She was a passionate community champion supporting many local causes including the Leith festival. Photo: Contributed