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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?

Magnus Magnusson was a distinguished writer, television broadcaster and author. He presented BBC’s ‘Mastermind’ with his best known catch phrase, “I’ve started, so I’ll finish.” He was made Knight Commander of the Order of the Falcon (Iceland) and received his KBE at Edinburgh Castle.

9. Magnus Magnusson

Magnus Magnusson was a distinguished writer, television broadcaster and author. He presented BBC’s ‘Mastermind’ with his best known catch phrase, “I’ve started, so I’ll finish.” He was made Knight Commander of the Order of the Falcon (Iceland) and received his KBE at Edinburgh Castle. Photo: Third Party

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Edinburgh-born novelist, poet, essayist, and travel writer. His best-known books include ‘Treasure Island’, ‘Kidnapped’, ‘The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde’.

10. Robert Louis Stevenson

Edinburgh-born novelist, poet, essayist, and travel writer. His best-known books include ‘Treasure Island’, ‘Kidnapped’, ‘The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde’. Photo: Third Party

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