Elaine C. Smith
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For the Scottish-born Australian actress, see Elaine Smith (actress).
Elaine Constance Smith (born 2 August 1958) is a Scottish actress, comedian, and political activist. She rose to prominence from appearing in the BBC Scotland sitcoms City Lights (1984–1991) and Rab C. Nesbitt (1988–2014). Smith has played the role of Christine O'Neil in the BBC Scotland sitcom Two Doors Down (2013–present).
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Born | Elaine Constance Smith (1958-08-02) 2 August 1958 (age 65) Newarthill, Lanarkshire, Scotland |
Alma mater | Royal Conservatoire of Scotland & Queen Margaret University |
Occupation | Actress |
Political party | Scottish National Party. Former chair of the Scottish Independence convention and served on the Board of Yes Scotland for 2 years as well as a year on the SG Broadcasting Commission. |
Spouse |
Bob Morton (m. 1988) |
Children | 2 |
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Smith co-wrote with Alan Mchugh, as well as starring in I Dreamed a Dream, a stage production about the life and rise to fame of Scottish singer Susan Boyle in 2012. She has actively campaigned for Scottish independence and continues to be a supporter.