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Mark Bonnar

Mark Bonnar is a Scottish actor born in Edinburgh on 19 November 1968.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Mark Bonnar is a Scottish actor born in Edinburgh on 19 November 1968. He is known for television roles in series such as Guilt, Shetland, Line of Duty, Unforgotten, Catastrophe, and Department Q, as well as voice work in video games including Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag and Battlefield 1.

Early life

Mark Bonnar was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1968. Public biographies identify him as Scottish and note Edinburgh as both his birthplace and early home.

Acting career

Bonnar became known for a range of British television roles, especially in crime and drama series. His credits include Guilt, Shetland, Line of Duty, Unforgotten, Catastrophe, and Department Q, along with film and stage work.

Voice acting

In addition to live-action work, Bonnar has provided voice performances for video games. His credited roles include Blackbeard in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag and Townsend in Battlefield 1.

Personal life

Bonnar is married to actress Lucy Gaskell. Available sources indicate that the couple has two children.

Key facts

  • Mark Bonnar is a Scottish actor born in Edinburgh on 19 November 1968.
  • He is known for television roles in Guilt, Shetland, Line of Duty, Unforgotten, Catastrophe, and Department Q.
  • He won the BAFTA Scotland Award for Best Actor – Television for Unforgotten in 2017.
  • He has voiced characters in video games, including Blackbeard in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag and Townsend in Battlefield 1.
  • He is married to actress Lucy Gaskell and has two children.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Mark Bonnar?
Mark Bonnar is a Scottish actor known for television drama roles and voice work in video games.
When was Mark Bonnar born?
He was born on 19 November 1968.
Where is Mark Bonnar from?
He was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.
What is Mark Bonnar best known for?
He is best known for roles in Shetland, Line of Duty, Unforgotten, Guilt, and Catastrophe.
Has Mark Bonnar won any awards?
He won the BAFTA Scotland Award for Best Actor – Television for Unforgotten in 2017.
Is Mark Bonnar married?
Yes. He is married to actress Lucy Gaskell.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Bonnar
    Supports: Full name, birth date, nationality, and notable roles.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1326440/
    Supports: Birthplace, occupation, spouse, and selected credits.
  3. Amazon Prime Video — https://www.amazon.com/prime-video/actor/Mark-Bonnar/amzn1.dv.gti.2a9075cb-c513-44b7-ac30-b886c17338af/
    Supports: BAFTA Scotland award and biography details.
  4. Whatsonstage — https://www.whatsonstage.com/stage-names/mark-bonnar/
    Supports: Award recognition and career overview.
  5. TMDb — https://www.themoviedb.org/person/1231402-mark-bonnar?language=en-US
    Supports: Full name, birthplace, occupation, and roles.