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Glasgow Times
a day ago
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- Glasgow Times
Martin Compston news, interviews and updates on the actor
He joined Aberdeen's youth team as a teen and then signed professionally with his hometown club, Greenock Morton. He made two substitute appearances in the 2001–02 Scottish Football League season before stepping away from the game to pursue acting. Compston during a training session at Champneys Tring ahead of the Soccer Aid for UNICEF 2024 match (Image: Nigel French/PA Wire) Compston's first attempt at acting was for Ken Loach's Sweet Sixteen which launched his career. Read on for all the latest Martin Compston news, interviews and updates. Latest Martin Compston news As reported by the Glasgow Times, here is a selection of the latest Martin Compston news stories. First look at Martin Compston in hit ITV drama Red Eye Martin Compston revealed worst thing about his 41st birthday Plush Renfrewshire hotel visited by celebs reopened after makeover Martin Compston's wife Martin Compston is married to Tianna Chanel Flynn, an American actress. They tied the knot at his family's chapel in Greenock in 2016. They have a son together. Martin Compston and his wife Tianna Chanel Flynn (Image: Newsquest) Martin Compston new series Compston is set to feature in the second series of hit ITV drama Red Eye alongside Jing Lusi, who returns as DS Hana Li. ITV shared a first look at the new series on social media (Image: ITV) The thriller was one of ITV's top 10 dramas of 2024 and saw more than eight million viewers tune in with 29.3m streams on ITVX. The actor was also recently seen in Amazon Prime's Fear, a three-part psychological thriller which was filmed in Glasgow. The show had its world premiere at the Glasgow Film Festival in February and was released on Prime in March. Martin Compston in Fear (Image: Kirsty Ellis/Prime Video) The series is about a family who are 'pushed to their absolute limits'. It also stars Anjli Mohindra, Solly McLeod, and Dumbarton's BAFTA-award-winning actor James Cosmo, among others. Martin Compston movies and TV shows Martin Compston is best known for his standout roles in hit TV series and popular films. His popular TV series include his role as DI Steve Arnott in Line of Duty and Ewan Brodie in the beloved BBC show Monarch of the Glen. Some of his movies are Sweet Sixteen, The Wee Man, and Mary Queen of Scots. Martin Compston's height Compston is 5′ 8. Martin Compston's age Martin Compston turned 41 on May 8. What football team does Martin Compston support? Compston is a Celtic fan. The actor partied with Hoops players after they won the Premier Sports Cup Final in 2024. Martin Compston podcast Martin Compston co-hosts the Restless Natives podcast with broadcaster Gordon Smart. The weekly podcast was launched in August 2022, where the duo set themselves 'missions', inspired by the 1985 Scottish film Restless Natives, where they plot new schemes for fun and laughs. Where does Martin Compston live? The actor lives with his wife and son in Las Vegas. He also owns a flat in Greenock to be near his parents on trips back home. Martin Compston Norwegian Fling Norwegian Fling is a six-part BBC Scotland travel series in which Compston and Phil MacHugh retrace Norway's length, from Oslo to the Arctic Circle, on a 2,000-mile road trip. The pair dive into modern Norwegian culture, from roller-skiing and sky-jump zip-lining near Oslo to crowd-surfing at a Black Metal gig and getting up close with a wolf in the wild.
Yahoo
a day ago
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- Yahoo
Martin Compston news, interviews and updates on the beloved actor
Martin Compston is a Greenock-born actor and former professional footballer. He joined Aberdeen's youth team as a teen and then signed professionally with his hometown club, Greenock Morton. He made two substitute appearances in the 2001–02 Scottish Football League season before stepping away from the game to pursue acting. Compston during a training session at Champneys Tring ahead of the Soccer Aid for UNICEF 2024 match (Image: Nigel French/PA Wire) Compston's first attempt at acting was for Ken Loach's Sweet Sixteen which launched his career. Read on for all the latest Martin Compston news, interviews and updates. As reported by the Glasgow Times, here is a selection of the latest Martin Compston news stories. First look at Martin Compston in hit ITV drama Red Eye Martin Compston revealed worst thing about his 41st birthday Plush Renfrewshire hotel visited by celebs reopened after makeover Martin Compston is married to Tianna Chanel Flynn, an American actress. They tied the knot at his family's chapel in Greenock in 2016. They have a son together. Martin Compston and his wife Tianna Chanel Flynn (Image: Newsquest) Compston is set to feature in the second series of hit ITV drama Red Eye alongside Jing Lusi, who returns as DS Hana Li. ITV shared a first look at the new series on social media (Image: ITV) The thriller was one of ITV's top 10 dramas of 2024 and saw more than eight million viewers tune in with 29.3m streams on ITVX. The actor was also recently seen in Amazon Prime's Fear, a three-part psychological thriller which was filmed in Glasgow. The show had its world premiere at the Glasgow Film Festival in February and was released on Prime in March. Martin Compston in Fear (Image: Kirsty Ellis/Prime Video) The series is about a family who are 'pushed to their absolute limits'. It also stars Anjli Mohindra, Solly McLeod, and Dumbarton's BAFTA-award-winning actor James Cosmo, among others. Martin Compston is best known for his standout roles in hit TV series and popular films. His popular TV series include his role as DI Steve Arnott in Line of Duty and Ewan Brodie in the beloved BBC show Monarch of the Glen. Some of his movies are Sweet Sixteen, The Wee Man, and Mary Queen of Scots. Compston is 5′ 8. Martin Compston turned 41 on May 8. Compston is a Celtic fan. The actor partied with Hoops players after they won the Premier Sports Cup Final in 2024. Martin Compston co-hosts the Restless Natives podcast with broadcaster Gordon Smart. The weekly podcast was launched in August 2022, where the duo set themselves 'missions', inspired by the 1985 Scottish film Restless Natives, where they plot new schemes for fun and laughs. The actor lives with his wife and son in Las Vegas. He also owns a flat in Greenock to be near his parents on trips back home. Norwegian Fling is a six-part BBC Scotland travel series in which Compston and Phil MacHugh retrace Norway's length, from Oslo to the Arctic Circle, on a 2,000-mile road trip. The pair dive into modern Norwegian culture, from roller-skiing and sky-jump zip-lining near Oslo to crowd-surfing at a Black Metal gig and getting up close with a wolf in the wild.
Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
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- Scottish Sun
Huge TV star signs up for golf tournament alongside Rangers and Celtic cult heroes at prestigious Scots course
It's for a cause close to the actor's heart IN THE SWING Huge TV star signs up for golf tournament alongside Rangers and Celtic cult heroes at prestigious Scots course ONE thing Martin Compston is known for alongside being a TV megastar is his love for Celtic. And he'll be putting that on the line this summer as he takes on some Rangers heroes in a charity golf tournament. 1 Mar Hall is one of Scotland's most prestigious golf venues Credit: Alamy The Line of Duty star has taken part in Soccer Aid before and was a keen footballer in his youth. But he'll be swapping football boots for golf clubs in July after signing up for Mar Hall's charity golf day. The prestigious venue, situated on the banks of the River Clyde near Glasgow, has been ranked among Scotland's top 100 courses since it was opened in 2010. Gracing the fairways on July 25 this year alongside Compston will be former Gers stars Gordon Dalziel, Gordon Smith and Andy Little. One of Celtic's all-time cult heroes, Frank McAvennie, is also signed up to play on the day. Former Celtic and Partick Thistle striker Jim Melrose and King Arthur actor Craig McGinlay will tee it up on the championship course as well. Punters are invited to join them with the money raised going to Ardgowan Hospice. An article on Mar Hall's website reads: "Join us for a memorable day of golf, great company, and giving back, set against the backdrop of Mar Hall's championship course. "Play alongside well-known personalities including Martin Compston, Gordon Smith, Jim Melrose, Andy Little, Craig McGinlay, Frank McAvennie, and Gordon Dalziel, as we come together to support the vital work of Ardgowan Hospice. "This exclusive event promises not only a fantastic golfing experience but also warm hospitality, friendly competition, and the chance to make a real difference." Martin Compston reveals reason why he wears an elastic band on his finger instead of his wedding ring The agenda for the day includes breakfast rolls, tea and coffee upon arrival at 11am followed by a two-course meal, raffle and sportsman's dinner after the golf. Rounds will start at 1pm and entry costs £600 per team (£150 per person for a fourball). Ardgowan Hospice is located in Greenock, where Compston grew up. It offers comprehensive support to individuals with life-limiting illnesses such as cancer, heart failure, lung disease, kidney failure and neurological conditions. Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Scottish Sun
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Martin Compston gears up for Celtic trophy day celebrations as Line of Duty star dons Hoops and takes a dip in the Clyde
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LINE of Duty star Martin Compston is gearing himself up for a big day of title celebrations. The Celtic-daft actor, who was seen partying with the players after December's League Cup win, has taken to social media ahead of the trophy day match against St Mirren. 2 He was wearing slightly different hoops last night Credit: Instagram / mrmartincompston 2 He took an early morning trophy day dip Credit: Instagram / mrmartincompston The league title will be brought out at Parkhead today while supporters prepare to fill the city in honour of their fourth consecutive run out as Premiership champions. Last night, Compston posted a photo on his Instagram story of him in the green and white hoops, but it wasn't a shirt of his beloved club. The jersey was of Eriskay FC, a team from the small Outer Hebridean island who are on a recruitment drive as they struggle to maintain a full squad. The celeb has showed his support for them before by playing for them in a one-off against Iochdar Saints, wearing number 12 as a nod to the AC-12 crime unit from his popular show. The island club commented on his photo: "Our mate Martin looking class in his new EFC home top." Then early this morning he was seen partaking in interesting pre-match preperations. The Greenock-born man took a snap of himself taking a dip in the River Clyde with a caption referencing the Celts' 55th league title. Their game kicks off at 12:30pm today as does Hibernian vs Rangers and Dundee United vs Aberdeen in the league's final weekend. Just a couple of months ago, Compston joked he would ban his San Francisco 49ers supporting father-in-law from his home if and when the Gers takeover became official, which is yet to happen. But the fan of the treble-chasing team didn't seem too worried, saying: "It's a great time to be a Celtic fan. Line of Duty star Martin Compston parties with Celtic players in dressing room after treble win "I was born in '84 so grew up in the 90s and it was dark times for us. "People always ask me if I get bored of winning. Not at all. "Long may it continue." The bottom half of the split comes to a conclusion and with that the league campaign curtain closes tomorrow. Then next weekend it's just the small matter of Celtic and Aberdeen contesting a Scottish Cup final, where the favourites will be without star Reo Hatate due to injury. Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Daily Record
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
BBC Line of Duty's Martin Compston gives major season 7 update
Scottish acting star Martin Compston offered an update to the return of BBC's Line of Duty - and it might not be an ideal response fans were hoping for. Martin Compston has given an update on Line of Duty reportedly returning soon to screens for a seventh series. Despite many fans getting their hopes up, it might not be the update they were looking for. The Scottish acting star hinted that although its return is imminent, new episodes are "a way off". The BBC police drama had people across the country gripped during its six seasons between 2012 and 2021. Rumours of a follow-up in the hit show have been swirling in recent months, with Compston pictured catching up with his beloved co-stars Adrian Dunbar and Vicky McClure this year, as we reported previously. Since its debut in 2012, the series has captivated audiences with the high-stakes investigations of characters portrayed by Adrian Dunbar, Vicky McClure, and Martin Compston. With six seasons and 36 episodes under its belt, the show has followed Adrian's character Ted Hastings as he delves into corruption within the police force. For nearly a decade, viewers have been engrossed by the pursuit of the mysterious antagonist known only as "H". The climactic conclusion of season six saw the enigmatic figure revealed to be Detective Superintendent Ian Buckells, played by Nigel Boyle, leaving some fans underwhelmed. In a recent interview with The Sun, the Scots star, who plays Steve Arnott, was optimistic about the series returning in the future, though he did concede that it may take a while, given the schedules of his co-stars. "We're always talking about possibilities and schedules and whatnot," he said. "Everybody's got stuff going on at the minute, so I think anything, unfortunately, would be a way off. "You know, the day people stop asking about the show will be a sad day, so I'm delighted that people are still excited about it. We'd all love to work together again at some point. We still all meet up. "I met with Jed [Mercurio, the show's creator], Adrian [Dunbar] and Vicky [McClure] in London before Christmas - we went out for dinner, to hear what everyone's up to," added Compston, who played the role of Steve in all six seasons. "It's amazing. It's the best feeling as an actor when you feel like the whole country is in the palm of your hand with what's coming next, and there's only a couple of you in that secret of who's surviving and what's going on." "We really care about the quality of it. So if we come back, it would be for the right reasons. It won't just be: 'Get another one done.' It'll be because Jed thinks there's a story to tell," he concluded. Compston had previously spoken about the rumoured return of the show, sharing that he had full "trust" in show creator Jed to tell a worthwhile story, explaining: "If he decided it wasn't right for it to come back, then so be it. "If he decided to kill any of us off, we'd be gutted. We'd only do it for what's best for the show, and if that was his decision, then that would be it. What's great about it at the moment is we're not planning on doing it, but it's nice knowing it's 'out there'. That's a lovely feeling."
