Martin Compston

Martin Compston is a Scottish actor, television presenter, and former professional footballer. He rose to fame starring in the BBC crime drama Line of Duty and later hosted the travel series Martin Compston’s Scottish Fling on BBC Scotland. Known for portraying DI Steve Arnott, he has built a successful career in film, television, and entertainment programming.

Overview

Martin Compston's Profile

Martin Compston was born on 8 May 1984 in Greenock, Inverclyde, Scotland. He grew up in a Catholic family with his parents Jim Compston and Liz Compston and his older brother Barry.

Before acting, Compston pursued football. As a teenager he played for Greenock Morton F.C., making two professional appearances during the 2001–2002 season before leaving the sport to pursue other opportunities.

His acting career began unexpectedly in 2002 when he successfully auditioned for the lead role in the film Sweet Sixteen, directed by Ken Loach. The performance earned him the British Independent Film Award for Most Promising Newcomer and launched his career in film and television.

Compston later became widely known for playing DI Steve Arnott in the BBC police drama Line of Duty. Alongside acting, he also hosts travel and entertainment programmes including Martin Compston’s Scottish Fling, which airs on BBC Scotland and BBC Two.

He currently divides his time between Scotland and Las Vegas with his wife, Tianna and son while continuing to act and present television programmes.

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TV Shows​

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Current Shows

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Past Shows

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Networks

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Current Networks

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Past Networks

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Personal Life

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Marital Status

Married

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Children

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Son- name undisclosed

Born 2020 · Biological child

Other parent: Tianna Chanel Flynn

Education

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  • Completed secondary education at St Columba’s High School in Gourock, Inverclyde, Scotland
  • Signed up at Greenock Morton club to play professional football
  • Transitioned to film and television by debuting in the Cannes Film Festival acclaimed film, Sweet Sixteen

Net Worth & Income

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  • Income from television acting and hosting roles
  • Revenue from production and media work
  • Earnings from media appearances and endorsments including, The Famous Grouse and Scottish Rugby

Awards

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  • British Independent Film Award - Most Promising Newcomer, Sweet Sixteen (2002)
  • BAFTA Scotland Award - Best Actor in a Feature Film, Sweet Sixteen (2002)
  • London Critics Circle Film Award - British Newcomer of the Year (2003)
  • Gijón International Film Festival - Best Actor, A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints (2006)
  • Toronto Film Festival - Best Actor, Ghosted (2011)
  • TV Choice Award UK - Best Actor, Line of Duty (2021)
  • TV Time Award - Favourite Actor, Line of Duty (2021)

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