Born on 27 June 1983, in Rutherglen, Lanarkshire, Scott James Kyle is an award-winning Scottish actor, producer, and author whose story is one of resilience, drive, and creative vision. Growing up as the son of a single mother, Scott spent much of his childhood moving in and out of care, experiences which shaped not only his perspective on life but also his passion for giving voice to those whose stories often go unheard.  

His early days were humble: leaving school at 16, Scott worked night shifts in a supermarket while pursuing his dream of acting. He later enrolled in a three-year acting course, and early in his training he founded NLP Theatre Company (No Limit People) to create opportunities for young actors who, like him, were ready to work hard and take chances.  

The Path on Stage and Screen 

Scott’s talent soon carried him into theatre, film, television, and community arts. In 2010 he won the Stage Award for Best Actor for his performance in Singin’ I’m No A Billy He’s A Tim, a play that remains central to his identity as a performer.  

He gained further recognition on screen for roles including: 

• Corporal Stu Pearson in Kajaki: The True Story (also known internationally as Kilo Two Bravo)  

• Clancy in The Angels’ Share  

• Ross in Outlander, a role that brought him to international audiences.    

Alongside his acting, Scott has taken on roles behind the scenes—producing, co-founding and leading theatre projects, running workshops, managing venues, and working in community theatre leadership to support emerging talent and strengthen arts access.  

“It’s Not Where You Start…” — Memoir, Spoken Word, and Beyond  

In August 2025, Scott’s memoir It’s Not Where You Start was published by Luath Press, Edinburgh. The book lays bare the ups and downs of his early years, including his time in care, and the decisions that steered him toward hope, creativity, and helping others.  

He brought the memoir to life on stage with a solo spoken word piece of the same name, debuting at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, before launching a UK tour. In this performance, Scott blends poetry, storytelling, visuals, and raw emotion to connect with audiences—offering more than entertainment, a message of resilience, compassion, and the belief that where you start doesn’t determine where you can go.  

A Commitment to Community & Amplifying Voices 

Scott’s story has never been just about him. From founding NLP to support young actors, to running anti-sectarian workshops connected to Billy & Tim, to becoming a foster carer himself—Scott actively seeks ways to give back, support others, and build platforms for stories that need telling.