Forbes Masson

Born: 1963-01-01

Birthplace: Falkirk, Scotland, UK

Biography

Forbes (Robertson) Masson (born 17 August 1963 in Falkirk) is a Scottish actor and writer. He is an Associate Artist with the Royal Shakespeare Company. He is best known for his roles in classical theatre, musicals. comedies and appearances in London's West End. He is also known for his comedy partnership with Alan Cumming. Masson and Cumming wrote The High Life, a Scottish situation comedy in which they play the lead characters, Steve McCracken and Sebastian Flight. Characters McCracken and Flight were heavily based on Victor and Barry, famous Scottish comedy alter-egos of Masson and Cumming.

Known For

The Road Dance
Gypsy Woman
No Holds Bard
The Merry Wives of Windsor - Live at Shakespeare's Globe
Ooh the Banter!
CBeebies Presents: As You Like It at Shakespeare's Globe
RSC Live: As You Like It
The Game
Loser's Blues
If You Can't Stand the Heat

Top Movie Credits

The Road Dance Minister MacIver
Gypsy Woman The Coroner
No Holds Bard Cronie McKay
Ooh the Banter! Self (archive footage)