Martin Clunes

Martin Clunes is a distinguished English actor, director, and television presenter, celebrated for his versatile roles in British television and film. After achieving widespread recognition for his starring role as Gary Strang in the popular BBC sitcom ‘Men Behaving Badly’ (1992-2014), Martin Clunes solidified his status in British television, earning a British Academy Television Award for Best Comedy Performance in 1996. Clunes made his television debut as an alien prince in ‘Snakedance: Part One’ (1983) and secured a regular role in the BBC sitcom ‘No Place Like Home’ (1983-1986). His early film work included portraying Richard Burbage in the Oscar-winning film Shakespeare in Love (1998) and Dr.

His significant contributions to drama, charity, and the Dorset community were formally recognized with his appointment as an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2015 Birthday Honours. In 2019, Clunes was further honored with an appointment as Deputy Lieutenant (DL) of Dorset, reflecting his enduring impact both on screen and within his community.