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Julian Alistair Rhind-Tutt (born 20 July 1967) is an English actor. He is best known for playing "Mac" Macartney in the comedy television series Green Wing.

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Early life

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Rhind-Tutt was born on 20 July 1967 in West Drayton, London, the youngest of five. He attended the John Lyon School in Harrow, Middlesex, where he acted in school productions, eventually taking the lead in a school production of Hamlet that played at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in the mid-1980s. After reading English and Theatre Studies at the University of Warwick, he attended the Central School of Speech and Drama in London[citation needed][1] where he won the 1992 Carleton Hobbs Award from BBC Radio Drama.[2]

Career

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Rhind-Tutt's first significant acting role was as the Duke of York in The Madness of King George (1994). This was followed by a succession of lesser television and film roles. He then landed a major role in William Boyd's First World War drama The Trench (1999), alongside Paul Nicholls and Daniel Craig. His first major recurring TV role was co-starring in the Graham LinehanArthur Mathews sitcom Hippies (1999), and he subsequently appeared in several other major British sketch and situation comedy series of the period including Smack the Pony, Absolutely Fabulous and Black Books. He starred in Green Wing from 2004 to 2006, and had a major role in cult American show Keen Eddie as Inspector Monty Pippin. He appeared as a duellist in the video for Roots Manuva's single "Too Cold". He has appeared in over 50 radio productions.[citation needed]

In 2008, he narrated a short film for the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.[3] In 2015 he appeared in the TV series The Bastard Executioner as Lord Pembroke.[citation needed] In 2018, he appeared as the Marquess of Blayne in the Hulu original series Harlots.[4]

Personal life

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Rhind-Tutt is married to Natasa Zajc, a Slovenian make-up artist and yoga instructor. They have a son.[5]

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role Notes
1993 Piccolo Grande Amore Barone Von Bismarck
1994 The Madness of King George Duke of York
1997 The Saint Young Student
Tomorrow Never Dies Yeoman – HMS Devonshire
1998 Les Misérables Bamatabois
The Tribe Forester
1999 Notting Hill Time Out Journalist
The Trench 2nd Lt. Ellis Harte
2001 Lara Croft: Tomb Raider Mr Pimms
2002 Miranda Rod
2003 To Kill a King James
2005 The River King Eric Herman
2006 Rabbit Fever Rupert
2007 Stardust Quartus
2010 Meant to Be Will
2011 Your Highness Warlock
2012 Gambit Xander
2013 Rush Bubbles Horsley
2014 Castles in the Sky Albert Rowe
Lucy The Limey
2015 Aaaaaaaah! Ryan
Burn Burn Burn Adam
2016 Bridget Jones's Baby Fergus, Shazza's husband
Chubby Funny Commercial Director
2017 The Rizen Blast Door Scientist
Slovenija, Avstralija in jutri ves svet Roger Brown
2020 Blithe Spirit George Bradman
2023 Napoleon Abbé Sieyès

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
1994 A Breed of Heroes Lt. Tim Bryant
1995 The Vacillations of Poppy Carew Sean TV film
1997 Richard II Duke of Aumerle
Reckless Danny Glassman 6 episodes
Dangerfield Adam Episode: "Adam"
1998 Heat of the Sun Asst. Supt. James Valentine 3 episodes
An Unsuitable Job for a Woman Philip Hampson Episode: "A Last Embrace"
Reckless: The Movie Danny Glassman TV film
1999 Let Them Eat Cake Advisor 3 episodes
Hippies Alex Picton-Dinch 6 episodes
2000 The Wilsons Colin 6 episodes
Hero of the Hour Danny TV film
Smack the Pony Uncredited Episode #2.7
2000–2001 Clocking Off Peter Cochrane 2 episodes
2001 Sword of Honour Ian Kilbannock
Bei aller Liebe Peter Cobold Episode: "Kidnapping Lara"
Absolutely Fabulous Taylor Episode: "Donkey"
2004 Black Books Jason Hamilton Episode: "Travel Writer"
2003–2004 Keen Eddie Insp. Monty Pippin 13 episodes
2005 The Rotter's Club Nigel Plumb 3 episodes
E=mc² Antoine Lavoisier TV film
2004–2006 Green Wing 'Mac' Macartney 18 episodes
2006 The Secret Policeman's Ball 2006 'Mac' Macartney / Rev Green TV film
2007 Agatha Christie's Marple Arthur Calgary Episode: "Ordeal by Innocence"
The Shadow in the North Alistair MacKinnon TV film
Oliver Twist Edward "Monks" Brownlow Miniseries, 5 episodes
Seven Ages of Rock Narrator
2008 Uncle Max Conductor Episode: "Uncle Max Plays the Piano"
Merlin Edwin Muirden Episode: "A Remedy to Cure All Ills"
Crooked House Noakes Episodes: "Omnibus", "The Wainscoting"[6]
2010 Rude Britannia Narrator
Inside John Lewis Narrator
The Modern Age of the Coach Narrator
Agatha Christie's Poirot Michael Garfield Episode: "Hallowe'en Party"[7]
Any Human Heart John Vivian Miniseries
2011–2012 The Hour Angus McCain 12 episodes
2012 Gadget Geeks Narrator
2012–2014 A Touch of Cloth A.C.C. Tom Boss 6 episodes
2013 The Lady Vanishes Mr. Todhunter TV film
Wipers Times Pearson TV film
2014 Blandings Galahad Threepwood 2 episodes
Parking Mad Narrator
2014, 2024 Inside No. 9 Mark / Party Guest Episodes: "Sardines", "Plodding On"
2015 Banished Tommy Barrett 7 episodes
The Devil You Know Minister Samuel Parris Episode: "Pilot"
The Bastard Executioner Lord Pembroke Episode: "The Bernadette Maneuver/Cynllwyn Bernadette"
2016 Drunk History Oscar Slater Episode: "Battle of Waterloo/Arthur Conan Doyle"
Hoff the Record Bunny Vasilis Episode: "Finance"
2017 SS-GB Bernard Staines 2 episodes
2017–2021 Britannia Prince Phelan 24 episodes
2018 Silent Witness David Cannon Episode: "Moment of Surrender"
2018–2019 Harlots Marquess of Blayne 14 episodes
2019 The Witcher Giltine Episode: "Betrayer Moon"
2022 Man vs. Bee Christian Kolstad-Bergenbatten 4 episodes
The Larkins Mr Jerebohm 6 episodes
2023 Tom Jones Fitzpatrick 3 episodes
Extraordinary Charles II (voice) Episode: "The Merry Monarch"
The Reckoning Johnnie Stewart 2 episodes
2024 Sexy Beast Stephen Eaton 4 episodes
2025 Washington Black Erasmus Wilde Post-production

Theatre

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Year Title Role
2007 Landscape with Weapon
2009 Darker Shores (Hampstead Theatre)

Animated television series and video games

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Year Title Role
2005 Sunday Pants
(animated television series)
Bob
2006 The Imp
(animated television series)
Bob
2009 The Imp: Episode 1[8]
(video game)
Bob

Radio

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Year Title Role
1996 People Like Us Police Detective
1999 BBC Radio 4 Classic Serial:Sketches by Boz Cymon Tuggs
2000 Arrested Development Andy
2002 BBC Radio 4 Drama: Magnolia Blossom Vincent
2003 BBC Radio 4 Drama: Friday's Child Ferdy Fakenham
2007–2009 The Maltby Collection Rod Millet
2008 Number 10 Steve McKie
2009 Sapper Bulldog Drummond Narrator
2012 Bird Island Graham
Welcome to Our Village, Please Invade Carefully Field Commander Uljabaan
Alice through the Looking Glass Lewis Carroll
2013 BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week: The Norfolk Mystery Narrator[9]
BBC Radio 4 Afternoon Drama: The Gestapo Minutes Michael Oppenheim[10]
BBC Radio 4 Classic Serial:Three Men in a Boat Narrator and character "J"[11]
2015 BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week: Birth of a Theorem Narrator[12]
BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week:
The Inheritor's Powder: A Cautionary Tale of Poison, Betrayal and Greed
Narrator[13]
BBC Radio 4 Extra: The Corrections Omnibus Chip Lambert[14]
BBC Radio 4 Drama: The Norman Conquests Norman
2016 BBC Radio 4 Drama: Rumpole Young Rumpole
2021 BBC Radio 4 Drama Series: The Archers Trevor Fry
2025 BBC Radio 4 Drama: Acqua Alta Commissario Guido Brunetti

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Julian Rhind-Tutt is an English actor best known for his starring role as the immature anaesthetist Dr. "Mac" Macartney in the comedy series (2004–2007). Born Julian Alistair Rhind-Tutt on 20 July 1968 in , , he was the youngest of five children to a master builder father, growing up near . After attending the in Harrow, where he performed in school productions including a lead role in , Rhind-Tutt studied English and Theatre Studies at the before training at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in . There, he won the 1992 Carleton Hobbs Bursary Award for excellence in , launching his career in voice work and stage performances. Rhind-Tutt's early career included theatre roles at the National Theatre, such as in The Madness of King George (1991), The Way of the World (1992), and Richard II (1995), alongside radio appearances and minor television parts in shows like The Bill and Absolutely Fabulous. His breakthrough came with Green Wing, which won the BAFTA TV Award for Situation Comedy and established his reputation for comedic timing. He followed this with prominent television roles, including the journalist Angus in BBC's The Hour (2011–2012), the Roman nobleman Aulus in Sky's Britannia (2018–2021), and the convict Tommy Barrett in Banished (2015). In film, he has appeared in supporting parts such as the journalist in Notting Hill (1999), Mr. Pimms in Lara Croft: Tomb Raider (2001), Quartus in Stardust (2007), and a professor in Lucy (2014), with a more recent role as Abbé Sieyès in Ridley Scott's Napoleon (2023). Beyond screen and stage, Rhind-Tutt is an acclaimed audiobook narrator, voicing works by authors like and for publishers including , and has continued radio drama, including leading the 2024 BBC Radio 4 adaptation of Death at . His recent television credits include Sir Stephen Eaton in (2024) and the voice of the Artist in (2024), with the role of Erasmus Wilde in the miniseries (2025).

Early life

Family background

Julian Rhind-Tutt was born on 20 July 1968 in , , . He was the youngest of five children, with a ten-year age gap separating him from his two brothers and two sisters. His father, Philip Rhind-Tutt, was a master builder who ran a family building business with his brothers. His mother, who managed the household as a homemaker, passed away from in 2001. The Rhind-Tutt family lived in a modest, working-class suburban home in , situated in close proximity to . This location exposed the family to the relentless roar of aircraft taking off and landing, creating a distinctive auditory backdrop to daily life that contrasted with more serene urban or rural childhoods. The suburban setting, characterized by post-war housing and community ties in , provided a grounded, unpretentious environment that influenced Rhind-Tutt's early sense of resilience and , as the constant aviation activity symbolized the blend of ordinary domesticity and external dynamism in his formative years. The large family dynamic, with Rhind-Tutt as the much younger , fostered a sense of individuality amid the of four older brothers and sisters, potentially encouraging his budding interest in as a means of capturing and expressing within the household. This environment, marked by parental support for family activities and the practical realities of a builder's life, laid the groundwork for his imaginative development before formal schooling began.

Education

Rhind-Tutt received his early education at Heathrow Primary School before attending the , an independent day school in Harrow, . During his time there, he developed an interest in theatre through participation in school plays, including taking the lead role in a production of , which provided his initial exposure to . After completing his secondary education, Rhind-Tutt studied English and Theatre Studies at the , earning a BA in 1989. He then trained professionally at London's Central School of Speech and Drama (now known as the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama), a leading institution for theatre and performance training. He graduated in the early 1990s, having honed his skills in acting, voice, and radio performance. A notable achievement during his drama school tenure was winning the 1992 Carleton Hobbs Bursary Award from BBC Radio, awarded for his standout performance in the school's end-of-year play. This prestigious bursary, aimed at emerging radio drama talent, granted recipients a six-month contract with the BBC Radio Drama Company, marking an early professional milestone in his career.

Career

Early career

Rhind-Tutt's professional acting career commenced in the early following his graduation from the Central School of Speech and Drama, where his training positioned him to secure the 1992 Bursary Award from Drama, facilitating his debut radio engagements. In the immediate aftermath of drama school, he navigated the uncertainties of freelance acting by taking temporary positions as a temp, barman, and waiter, enduring frequent rejections amid the competitive landscape of British theatre and screen industries. His breakthrough into professional theatre arrived in 1991 with a role as the in the National Theatre's acclaimed production of , directed by , a performance he later repeated in the 1994 film adaptation opposite . Rhind-Tutt built on this foundation with additional stage appearances at the National Theatre, including the Duke of Aumerle in Richard II (1995) and Anthony Witwoud in William Congreve's (1995), honing his classical repertoire during a period of steady but modest theatrical output. Venturing into film, he made his screen debut in the 1993 Italian drama Piccolo grande amore (released as Pretty Princess in English-speaking markets), portraying a supporting character in this coming-of-age story set against a backdrop of privilege and romance. A notable supporting turn as a Time Out journalist in the blockbuster romantic comedy Notting Hill (1999), alongside Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts, provided one of his earliest exposures to high-profile cinema, though his part remained brief amid the film's ensemble.

Breakthrough roles

Rhind-Tutt's breakthrough came with his lead role as Dr. "Mac" Macartney in the surreal medical -drama Green Wing (2004–2007), a series that built on his earlier television guest appearances to establish him as a prominent comedic . The show, created by and Oriane Parker, follows the eccentric staff of a fictional hospital and garnered a for its innovative mix of sketch-show absurdity, rapid-cut editing, and emotional depth, amassing an 8.3/10 rating on from over 13,000 users. Mac, a compassionate and romantic ginger-haired anaesthetist often caught in farcical romantic entanglements, served as the series' moral center amid the chaos, with Rhind-Tutt's performance highlighting the character's wide-eyed sincerity and vulnerability. The series received widespread critical acclaim, winning the 2005 BAFTA Television Award for Best New British Comedy and earning a nomination for Tamsin Greig in Best Comedy Performance, while Rhind-Tutt's portrayal was lauded for seamlessly blending humor with pathos, particularly in scenes exploring Mac's unrequited affections and personal insecurities. Critics noted how his everyman charm grounded the show's more outlandish elements, contributing to its enduring appeal as a benchmark for British ensemble comedy. This role significantly elevated Rhind-Tutt's profile, leading to opportunities in film such as his supporting turn as the hapless lodger Michael in the dramedy Venus (2006), directed by Roger Michell, where he demonstrated dramatic versatility alongside Peter O'Toole. Building on Green Wing's success, Rhind-Tutt expanded into varied comedic formats, including voice work for radio productions and appearances in sketch-style specials like the 2007 Green Wing Riddle, which further solidified his reputation as a versatile performer capable of delivering sharp wit and emotional nuance. His ability to infuse lead roles with a mix of levity and heartfelt received consistent praise from reviewers, marking these mid-2000s projects as pivotal in transitioning him from supporting parts to comedic .

Recent projects

In the years following the disruptions of the global pandemic, Julian Rhind-Tutt has diversified his portfolio across film, television, and audio, often embracing period pieces and voice work that highlight his range as a character actor. His supporting role as Dr. George Bradman in the 2020 film adaptation of Noël Coward's Blithe Spirit, directed by Edward Hall, marked a return to comedic ensemble dynamics in a supernatural farce. Rhind-Tutt appeared in the ITV comedy-drama The Larkins (2021–2022), portraying the pompous newcomer Cuthbert Jerebohm in the second series, a role that infused the 1950s-set family story with antagonistic humor amid rural English life. In 2023, he took on historical supporting parts, including Abbé Sieyès in Ridley Scott's epic Napoleon, depicting the French Revolution figure's political maneuvering, and Fitzpatrick in the ITV/PBS miniseries Tom Jones, where he played the volatile uncle entangled in the titular character's romantic entanglements. Expanding into voice acting and live-action crime drama in 2024, Rhind-Tutt voiced The Artist in the animated series , contributing to its whimsical Scandinavian tales, while playing the aristocratic Sir Stephen Eaton in the Paramount+ prequel series Season 1, a role that explored 1990s London gangland tensions. That same year, he led BBC Radio 4's adaptation of Donna Leon's Death at La Fenice as Commissario Guido Brunetti, the thoughtful Venetian detective investigating a conductor's poisoning during a performance of . In 2025, Rhind-Tutt portrayed the stern plantation owner Erasmus Wilde in the Hulu/Disney+ miniseries Washington Black, adapted from Esi Edugyan's novel, which premiered on July 23, 2025. This recent output reflects a broader evolution in his career toward period dramas and audio formats, influenced by the streaming boom and a post-pandemic emphasis on versatile, character-driven storytelling that builds on his established comedic timing from earlier ensemble works like Green Wing.

Personal life

Marriage and family

Rhind-Tutt is married to Nataša Zajc, a Slovenian and instructor. The couple made their first public appearance together at a 2009 party. They have one son, , born around 2012. Rhind-Tutt has described the challenges of balancing his acting commitments with family responsibilities, noting that he often misses his wife and son while away on location for extended periods. The family divides its time between the and , where Zajc is from, allowing Rhind-Tutt to immerse himself in Slovenian culture and improve his language skills to better connect with his son. Rhind-Tutt keeps his personal relationships largely private, sharing only occasional insights in interviews about his life.

Other interests

Outside of his acting career, Julian Rhind-Tutt has pursued a property development business since the early , focusing on renovations and investments in properties. Rhind-Tutt maintains a longstanding passion for magic tricks, which he has incorporated into his professional work, notably preparing illusions for his role in the 2009–2010 stage production Darker Shores. He has engaged in advocacy for arts education through occasional charity efforts, including participating in a 2017 fundraising run for the Unicorn Theatre, a venue dedicated to youth productions and drama workshops for marginalized groups such as children and those with disabilities. Rhind-Tutt's personal interests include literature, stemming from his university studies in English, and , which he pursues through cultural holidays often blending exploration with adventurous activities like skydiving. As of 2024, he divides his time between a home in and a property in , maintaining a base in the British capital.

Filmography

Film

Rhind-Tutt has appeared in a variety of supporting roles in feature films, often portraying characters in historical, romantic, or action genres.
YearTitleRole
1997Stella Does TricksRory (supporting role)
1998Bamatabois (supporting role)
1999The Trench2nd Lt. Ellis Harte (supporting role)
1999'Time Out' Journalist (supporting role)
2001Mr. Pimms (supporting role)
2002MirandaRod (supporting role)
2003To Kill a KingJames (supporting role)
2007StardustQuartus (supporting role)
2013RushAnthony 'Bubbles' Horsley (supporting role)
2014Richard (supporting role)
2016Fergus (supporting role)
2020Blithe SpiritMr. Bradman (supporting role)
2023 Sieyès (supporting role)

Television

Rhind-Tutt began his television career with guest appearances in British series, progressing to leading roles in acclaimed comedies and dramas. His breakthrough came with the series , where he portrayed the charming yet flawed Dr. Mac Macartney across two seasons, earning praise for his comedic timing and contributing to the show's cult status. The following is a chronological selection of his notable live-action television appearances, highlighting key series and specials:
Year(s)TitleRoleEpisodesNetwork/Broadcaster
1993–2004The BillVarious guest roles (e.g., DC Murphy, PC Hargreaves)Multiple (over 10 appearances)ITV
1999HippiesP.C. Hudson6BBC Two
2001Sword of HonourIan KilbannockMiniseries (3 episodes)Channel 4
2003Keen EddieInspector Monty Pippin13Fox
2004Agatha Christie's Marple: The Body in the LibraryDetective Inspector SlackTV movie/specialITV
2004–2007Green WingDr. Mac Macartney18Channel 4
2007Oliver TwistEdward "Monks" Leeford5BBC One
2007The Shadow in the NorthAlistair MacKinnonMiniseries (3 episodes)BBC Two
2008The Last EnemyProfessor Stephen Izard5BBC Two
2008Crooked HouseMartinMiniseries (5 episodes)ITV
2011ZenGianmaria Rutelli1 episode ("Cabal")BBC One
2011LewisDanny McCullan1 episode ("Wild Justice")ITV
2011The Sinking of the LaconiaAdmiral MahanMiniseries (2 episodes)BBC Two
2011–2012The HourAngus McCain12BBC Two
2013The Lady VanishesDr. Esmé HarrodTV movie/specialBBC One
2015BanishedTommy Barrett7BBC Two
2017–2021BritanniaPhelan27Sky
2021–2023The LarkinsPop Larkin14ITV
2023The ReckoningJohnnie Stewart2BBC One
2023Tom JonesPatrick Fitzpatrick3ITV / Masterpiece (PBS)
2024Sexy BeastSir Stephen Eaton8Paramount+
2025Washington BlackErasmus WildeMiniseriesHulu
These roles span procedural dramas, period adaptations, and contemporary series, showcasing Rhind-Tutt's versatility in both supporting and lead capacities.

Theatre

Julian Rhind-Tutt's theatre career spans classical revivals, contemporary dramas, and West End productions, with significant work at the Royal National Theatre and other major venues. Beginning in the early , he established himself through roles in Shakespearean and Restoration plays before transitioning to modern works that showcased his versatility in both comedic and dramatic contexts. His notable stage credits include:
YearPlayRoleTheatreDirector
1991–1993, Lyttelton
1994The Editing ProcessMilesLuc Bondy
1995Richard IIEdward, Duke of Aumerle, CottesloeSean Holmes
1995Anthony Witwoud, Lyttelton
1995Dark GloryArthurJonathan Church
1997Serge (West End)
1998Katherine HowardChristopher Martin
2004DavidEdward Hall
2007Landscape with WeaponPurse, Lyttelton
2009Darker ShoresThe MediumAnthony Clark

Radio and voice work

Rhind-Tutt began his radio career in the early 1990s, winning the 's Bursary Award in , which provided training and opportunities leading to more than 50 productions for . His radio work spans classic adaptations, original dramas, and lead roles, often showcasing his versatile vocal range in comedy and mystery genres. He received a nomination for Best Actor at the 2015 BBC Audio Drama Awards for portraying in The Real Trial of Oscar Wilde. Notable radio credits include:
YearTitleRolePlatform
2015NormanBBC Radio 4
2016RumpoleYoung RumpoleBBC Radio 4
2017Death of a CosmonautBBC Radio 4
2024Death at La FeniceCommissario Guido Brunetti
In voice acting for animation, Rhind-Tutt has contributed to both short-form and series projects, bringing distinctive character to whimsical and adventurous narratives. His early work includes voicing Bob in the animated segment IMP from the anthology series Sunday Pants. More recently, he lent his voice to The Artist in the 2024 episode "Moominmamma the Artist" of the animated series Moominvalley.

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