Paul McCole explained

Paul McCole
Birth Date:1972 2, df=yes
Birth Place:Castlemilk, Scotland
Occupation:Actor

Paul McCole (born 10 February 1972) is a Scottish actor, comedian and musician. He is perhaps best known for his role as Limmy's pal and also in the dark comedy series High Times along with his brother Stephen. He has appeared in television shows such as Limmy's Show, Taggart, Rab C. Nesbitt, and Still Game. McCole also performed in The Strange Undoing of Prudencia Heart from 2013 to 2014, (this was the longest touring show from the National Theatre of Scotland). He spends his time in an irreverent comedy duo/band with his writing partner Gordon Munro, Dignitas.

Early life

McCole was born in Castlemilk, Glasgow.

Career

McCole first started acting with his brother Stephen in their local youth theatre's productions, including Grease. After watching his brother's acting career progress, McCole decided to enroll in college. He began his career with the Govan Theatre Works, earning £120 a week. He also started to appear on television shows such as Rebus and Still Game.[1]

McCole reached a wider audience with his work in High Times, a television drama he starred in alongside his brother. The show became very popular in South America.[2] McCole has also had roles on the popular comedy series Limmy's Show. He has since starred in a number of short films and television shows.[3]

Filmography

Television

YearTitleRole
2002–2010TaggartFrancis Crellin
2004–2008High TimesJimmy
2006RebusDanny McLeese
2007Still GameRogue Policeman
2011–2013Limmy's ShowVarious Characters
2011Rab C. NesbittInspector McLean
2013Case HistoriesYoung Ray

Notes and References

  1. Web site: High Times (TV Series 2004–2008) - IMDb. imdb.com. 2014-02-18.
  2. Web site: High Times duo Stephen and Paul McCole find fame in unlikely places - Daily Record. 27 June 2008 . dailyrecord.co.uk. 2014-02-18.
  3. Web site: The Daily Chuckle Online: A chat with Limmy and Paul - Limmy's Show interview extravaganza. thedailychuckleonline.blogspot.co.uk. 2014-02-18.