Gavin Mitchell

Gavin Mitchell joins Ewan Petrie for this weeks episode of "The Tracks That Take Us Back". Gavin is one of Scotland's most recognisable actors having had an extremely successful and varied career over the past 30 years. Gavin is best known for playing "Boaby the Barman" in Scottish comedy programme "Still Game", a role that he played across all 9 seasons of the show and over a 17 year period. "Still Game" achieved unparalleled success during its time on our screens, winning numerous awards. A particular highlight of the show's success was its record breaking stint of live shows at the Hydro in Glasgow. A run that saw the cast perform a phenomenal 51 shows in total, to a staggering audience number of over 12,000 people each night. Alongside his acting career, Gavin is also a big advocate for raising awareness around mental illness. In 2019 he was given an honoree doctorate degree from Glasgow Caledonian University for his outstanding contribution to the television and media industry, together with his commitment to mental health awareness. Listen as Gavin tells us all about his special journey with "Still Game", his beautiful friendship with Hollywood legend Robin Williams and his early years at the Citizens theatre in Glasgow. Go on a journey filled with humour and heart, as we explore Gavin's choices for "The Tracks That Take Us Back".