Elaine C. Smith
Born: 1958-08-02 in Baillieston, Glasgow, Scotland, UK
Known For: Acting
Biography
Elaine C Smith, born August 2, 1958, in Baillieston, Glasgow, is a Scottish actress, comedian, writer, and political activist best known for her iconic role as Mary Nesbitt in the long-running BBC sitcom Rab C. Nesbitt. She began her career as a drama teacher before transitioning into television in the 1980s with appearances on Naked Video and City Lights, which established her as one of Scotland’s most recognisable comedic talents. Over the years, Smith has enjoyed success on stage as well, starring in productions such as Calendar Girls and The Steamie, while also touring regularly with her own one-woman shows. She later became a central cast member in the hit BBC Scotland sitcom Two Doors Down, further cementing her status as a staple of Scottish television. Smith’s career spans over four decades, combining humour, heart, and a deep commitment to Scottish culture and identity.
Filmography
2025
- Govan Fair Queen as Linda
2022
- Sister Boniface Mysteries as Jeanie McIntyre
- Ooh the Banter! as Self (archive footage)
- Mayflies as Barbara
2021
- The Weakest Link as Self - Contestant
2016
- Two Doors Down as Christine
2014
2007
- The Alan Titchmarsh Show as Self
2004
2003
1999
- Coming Soon as Paisley Johnson
- Coming Soon
1997
- Hububb
- Space Cadets as Self
1992
- Rab C. Nesbitt Live as Mary Nesbitt
1990
- Rab C. Nesbitt as Mary Nesbitt
1986
- Naked Video
- City Lights as Irene
1984
- End of the Line as Annemarie
1979
- Question Time as Herself - Panellist