Graham McTavish

Graham McTavish

Keynote Speaker: Scottish Actor Known for "The Hobbit" & "Outlander"; Co-Author of "Clanlands"

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Graham McTavish Biography

Graham McTavish is a Scottish actor and author known for his work in major fantasy franchises and prestige television. Born in Glasgow, McTavish began his career in theater, performing at UK institutions including the Royal National Theatre, Royal Court, and Royal Lyceum in Edinburgh, where he developed his skills in classical productions such as Shakespeare adaptations. His transition to screen work led to roles in cult television series and a breakthrough performance as Dwalin in Peter Jackson's "The Hobbit" film trilogy, which introduced him to a global audience and became a defining role in his career.

In addition to his work in fantasy epics, McTavish has appeared in a range of television projects. He is recognized for his roles as Dougal MacKenzie and William Buccleigh MacKenzie in the Starz series "Outlander," and as the Saint of Killers in AMC's "Preacher." His television credits also include roles in series such as "24," where he portrayed Russian Foreign Minister Mikhail Novakovich, and "Prison Break." McTavish has established a career in voice acting, contributing to video game franchises including "Modern Warfare 3," the "Uncharted" series, and "Transformers: War for Cybertron," as well as Marvel animated projects.

McTavish has expanded his career into authorship and media production. In collaboration with "Outlander" actor Sam Heughan, he co-authored the New York Times bestseller "Clanlands: Whisky, Warfare, and a Scottish Adventure Like No Other," which also appeared on USA Today's bestseller lists. The audiobook edition received an Audie Award and was recognized in the history and biography category. This partnership extended into television with the Starz travel documentary series "Men in Kilts: A Roadtrip with Sam and Graham," and subsequent books including "The Clanlands Almanac: Seasonal Stories from Scotland" and "Clanlands in New Zealand," highlighting his engagement with Scottish culture and storytelling across multiple media platforms.

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Graham McTavish Videos

Sam Heughan & Graham McTavish Play Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 vs New Zealand 🇳🇿
Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish Answer Questions About Clanlands, Friendship, and Their Worst Fears

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What topics does Graham McTavish speak about?

Graham McTavish is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Actor, Television & Film, European Heritage, Author and Performing Arts.

Where does Graham McTavish travel from?

Graham McTavish generally travels from New Zealand and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Graham McTavish for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Graham McTavish for your next private or corporate function.

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Graham McTavish is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Actor, Television & Film and European Heritage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Graham McTavish for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Graham McTavish generally travels from New Zealand and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Padma Lakshmi, William Shatner and Emerald Fennell. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Graham McTavish for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/04/2026.

Graham McTavish Videos

Sam Heughan & Graham McTavish Play Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 vs New Zealand 🇳🇿
Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish Answer Questions About Clanlands, Friendship, and Their Worst Fears
  • How do I book Graham McTavish to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Graham McTavish for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Graham McTavish, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Graham McTavish or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Graham McTavish for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Graham McTavish, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Graham McTavish, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Graham McTavish speak about?

    Graham McTavish is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Actor, Television & Film, European Heritage, Author and Performing Arts.
  • Where does Graham McTavish travel from?

    Graham McTavish generally travels from New Zealand and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Graham McTavish?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Graham McTavish for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Graham McTavish for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Graham McTavish or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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