Gregory Edward Hemphill

Greg Hemphill is a Scottish comedian, actor, writer, and presenter, best known for co-creating Still Game and presenting Jules and Greg’s Wild Swim on BBC Scotland and BBC Two. He is a major figure in Scottish comedy and television.

Overview

Gregory Edward Hemphill's Profile

Greg Hemphill was born on 14 December 1969 in Springburn, Glasgow, Scotland, to parents Edward (an accountant) and Anne (a teacher). He spent part of his childhood in Montreal, Canada, before returning to Scotland.

He studied at the University of Glasgow, earning an MA (Hons) in theatre, film, and television. His early interest in performance led him to comedy and stage work, including appearances at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 1990.

Hemphill rose to fame through his collaboration with Ford Kiernan on the sketch show Chewin’ the Fat (BBC Scotland) and later the hugely successful sitcom Still Game (BBC Scotland/BBC One).

In 2023, he co-presented Jules and Greg’s Wild Swim alongside his wife, which aired on BBC Scotland, BBC Two, and BBC iPlayer. The show explores wild swimming locations across Scotland.

He continues to work in television, writing, and acting, while living in Scotland with his family.

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Personal Life

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  • Marriage from 1999 to (Current wife)
  • John Hemphill, a biological child with , born in
  • Ben Hemphill, a biological child with , born in

Education

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  • Completed secondary education at Pierrefonds Comprehensive High School in Montreal, Canada
  • Attended University of Glasgow; graduated with a degree in Theatre, Film and Television

Net Worth & Income

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  • Income from theatre and television writing and acting
  • Earnings from show hosting roles on television
  • Revenue from his production company - Effingee Productions
  • Revenue from book sales - Jules and Greg's Wild Swim

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