If you’ve ever wondered where Trainspotting star Ewen Bremner went to school, or where superstar singer Shirley Manson owns a stunning home, then look no further.
How many of the celebs in our picture gallery did you know went to Portobello High School or have lived in Porty – and did any of them go to school there at the same time as you or your children? Let us know in the comments section.
13. Gail Porter
The former Portobello High School pupil famously helped shift over a million copies of lads bible FHM after they projected her naked image onto the Houses of Parliament. TV presenter Gail grew up in Joppa. Photo: Third Party
14. Ken Buchanan
Portobello resident Ken Buchanan MBE was considered by many to be the greatest boxer ever to emerge from the UK. In 2022, a statue of the former undisputed world lightweight champion was unveiled at a public ceremony on Little King Street, bringing together hundreds of Capital residents to celebrate the occasion. Sadly, Ken passed away in April 2023. Photo: Third Party
15. Paul Thomson
Pictured to the right of Alex Kapranos, former Portobello High School pupil Paul Thomson played for Scottish indie heroes Franz Ferdinand from their formation in 2002 until October 2021. Photo: Third Party