Globally acclaimed Irish actor Andrew Scott takes centre stage in a new music video for Sam Fender’s latest song, ‘People Watching’. Known for his deeply expressive performances, Scott delivers a heart-wrenching depiction of love and loss in the visually stunning short film accompanying the track.  

Scott, a BAFTA and Laurence Olivier Award winner, has captivated audiences with his remarkable range across film, television, and theatre. His recent performances include the critically acclaimed All of Us Strangers, the Emmy-nominated Netflix series Ripley, and his extraordinary one-man adaptation of Uncle Vanya in London’s West End, where he seamlessly embodied eight different characters.

Looking ahead, he is set to star in Wake Up Dead Man, the next instalment of Knives Out, as well as Richard Linklater’s Blue Moon, which will premiere at the Berlin Film Festival in February.  

Reflecting on his experience filming the ‘People Watching’ video, Scott shared how deeply personal the project was for him. “Working on it was truly cathartic, and I’ll always be grateful to Sam for his extraordinary talent, and for the other artists who made this film. And, of course, to my mum, who I will hold in my heart ‘til the day I die,” the actor said.  

Fender, the artist behind the song, expressed equal admiration for Scott’s involvement. “I was so buzzing when I found out Andrew wanted to be involved—I’m a huge fan of his, and he was absolutely perfect for the role.”

Beyond his recent musical collaboration, Scott continues to garner industry recognition. He is among the nominees for Best Lead Actor at the Irish Film and Television Awards (IFTA) for his portrayal of Tom Ripley in Netflix’s adaptation of Patricia Highsmith’s Ripley. The role, which required Scott to embody the enigmatic and morally complex character, has been widely praised as one of his most compelling performances to date.  

Scott has long been open about his sexuality. In a 2013 interview with The Independent, he reflected, “Mercifully, these days, people don’t see being gay as a character flaw. But nor is it a virtue, like kindness, or a talent, like playing the banjo. It’s just a fact. Of course, it’s part of my make-up, but I don’t want to trade on it.”