Alastair Mackenzie

Alastair Mackenzie is a Scottish actor and writer, born on 8 February 1970 in Trinafour, near Perth. He was educated at Westbourne House School and Glenalmond College in Perthshire before moving to London at the age of 18. Mackenzie is best known for his role as Archie MacDonald in the BBC drama Monarch of the Glen. He has also appeared in French & Saunders, Borgen, and has an extensive list of theatre and film credits. In addition to acting, Mackenzie has also directed and produced. He lives in Islington with his partner, Scottish actress Susan Vidler, and they have two children together. Mackenzie's brother is director David Mackenzie.