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The Game of Thrones actor attended the Edinburgh Academy back when it was a boarding school. The 61-year-old has been described as “the greatest Scottish theatre actor of his generation”, with many award-winning performances including Henry V and The Crucible at the Royal Shakespeare Company.The Game of Thrones actor attended the Edinburgh Academy back when it was a boarding school. The 61-year-old has been described as “the greatest Scottish theatre actor of his generation”, with many award-winning performances including Henry V and The Crucible at the Royal Shakespeare Company.
The Game of Thrones actor attended the Edinburgh Academy back when it was a boarding school. The 61-year-old has been described as “the greatest Scottish theatre actor of his generation”, with many award-winning performances including Henry V and The Crucible at the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Edinburgh celebrities: 10 famous faces who went to Edinburgh Academy, including Game of Thrones star Iain Glen

Edinburgh Academy boasts an impressive list of famous names amongst its former pupils – among them one of Game of Thrones’ biggest stars.
Gary Flockhart
By Gary Flockhart
Published 12th Apr 2023, 16:03 GMT
Updated 12th Jul 2023, 15:53 GMT

If you’ve ever wondered where acclaimed actor Iain Glen or radio presenter Nicky Campbell were educated, we’ve got the answers for you.

How many of the celebrities in our photo gallery did you know went to Edinburgh Academy, and did any attend the school at the same time as you or your children?

Guy Berryman is the bass player in mega-selling UK band Coldplay. Whilst at Edinburgh Academy, Guy played trumpet and drums in the school band.

5. Guy Berryman

Guy Berryman is the bass player in mega-selling UK band Coldplay. Whilst at Edinburgh Academy, Guy played trumpet and drums in the school band. Photo: Third Party

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The first Scotsman to hold the post of Archbishop of Canterbury. Campbell Tait also succeeded Dr Thomas Arnold as Headmaster of Rugby School.

6. Archibald Campbell Tait

The first Scotsman to hold the post of Archbishop of Canterbury. Campbell Tait also succeeded Dr Thomas Arnold as Headmaster of Rugby School. Photo: Third Party

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Joseph Bell was an eminent surgeon and believed to be the inspiration behind the character of Sherlock Holmes.

7. Dr Joseph Bell

Joseph Bell was an eminent surgeon and believed to be the inspiration behind the character of Sherlock Holmes. Photo: Third Party

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Before moving to Australia, Sasha was a reporter and presenter for STV. He presented the morning, lunch and evening bulletins on the channel.

8. Sasha Spratt

Before moving to Australia, Sasha was a reporter and presenter for STV. He presented the morning, lunch and evening bulletins on the channel. Photo: Third Party

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