We asked our readers which famous Scots they would invite to dinner if there were no restrictions – dead or alive, from fictional movie characters to famous musicians. It is hard to imagine the likes of Gerard Butler, Rod Stewart and Sir Walter Scott all sitting together sharing a meal but those are just some of the people that readers suggested.
It would be an odd scene – Lewis Capaldi may be making TikToks next to King Robert Bruce who would be perplexed by the newest technology. Billy Connolly could serenade the whole group with one of his comedic songs whilst Robert Burns wrote a poem.
Click through this article to see which celebrities and historic figures people suggested.
13. Robbie Coltrane
Brenda Armstrong wants to invite the late Robbie Coltrane to her dinner party. The actor would be able to tell tales from the Harry Potter films. Photo: Ian Gavan
14. Robert Burns
Peter Blyth wants to chat to famous poet Robert Burns. The writer is widely beloved and known as Scotland's national poet. Photo: Hulton Archive
15. Ewan McGregor
Tricia J Patterson wants to spend time with actor Ewan McGregor. The Hollywood star is best known for his roles in Star Wars and Trainspotting. Photo: Matt Winkelmeyer
16. Brian Cox
Jackie Dodds wants to invite actor Brian Cox around for dinner. The 76-year-old has recently played Logan Roy in the TV show Succession. Photo: Frederick M. Brown