Kate Dickie’s Partner Kenny Dickie Is a Sound Engineer & Dad to Daughter Molly
"Game of Thrones" actress Kate Dickie's partner, Kenny Dickie, is a steadfast supporter of her career in the entertainment industry and the ying to her yang.
Scottish actress Kate Dickie has fearlessly embraced captivating roles in both film and television, with her standout performance in "Game of Thrones" being particularly noteworthy.
Despite her adeptness in playing diverse characters on screen, she often feels somewhat awkward in real life. Thankfully, she is fortunate to have her partner, Kenny Dickie, who complements and balances her personality perfectly.
Kate Dickie and Kenny Dickie attend the EIFF Closing Gala and World Premiere of IONA at Festival Theatre on June 28, 2015 in Edinburgh, Scotland. | Source: Getty Images
Kenny's Perspective on Kate's Stardom & Balance
Kate has been in a long-term relationship with her partner Kenny, a sound engineer, residing together in Glasgow, Scotland, along with their daughter, Molly. Kate has successfully maintained her career while making Glasgow's Kelvinbridge her home.
On why they never moved to London, where most actors resided, Kate said she enjoys balancing her career and personal life in Glasgow. She also shared her belief that actors should not be seen as less committed to their craft because they live far away.
Living under the same roof, Kenny has seen Kate's intriguing behaviors, as she becomes deeply immersed in filming projects.
Kenny Dickie and Kate Dickie attend the world premiere of "Mrs Lowry & Son" and closing night gala of the 73rd Edinburgh International Film Festival at Festival Theatre on June 30, 2019, in Edinburgh, Scotland. | Source: Getty Images
She admitted that Kenny has observed her becoming less accessible in her personal life during these intensive work periods. This intense work often leads her to murmur in her bed at night. Kenny's partner said:
"We should really have a spare room when it comes to shoots. He says it's like living with someone else. I'm not methody…I just get lost in the thoughts."
Kate's rise to stardom has been challenging, particularly when it comes to handling press interviews. She recalled a past incident at a Cannes Film Festival that affected her and her partner Kenny.
Kenny Dickie, Kate Dickie, and Gary Lewis attend the opening ceremony of the 27th Dinard British Film Festival on September 29, 2016, in Dinard, France. | Source: Getty Images
During one interview, she was caught off guard when the journalist asked if she was close to her "Red Road" co-star Tony Curran. She felt annoyed at the question and defended her relationship with her partner and daughter.
To her surprise, the reporter who wrote about her mentioned in the article that she was "quite happy" with her partner and daughter, which led to an embarrassing misunderstanding with Kenny. This incident left her feeling tricked and shocked.
Kenny Dickie and Kate Dickie attend the European premiere of "Boyz In The Wood" and opening night gala of the 73rd Edinburgh International Film Festival at Festival Theatre on June 19, 2019, in Edinburgh, Scotland. | Source: Getty Images
Kenny Is More Sociable than His Famous Partner
Kenny is more sociable than the actress. His partner admitted being socially awkward in casual social situations outside of work and interacting with people in the street or at the pub can be uncomfortable.
He has accompanied his partner to various events. In 2019, Kenny and his partner attended the world premiere of "Mrs. Lowry & Son" and its closing night gala at the 73rd Edinburgh International Film Festival.
Kate Dickie and Kenny Dickie at the 73rd Edinburgh International Film Festival at Festival Theatre on June 30, 2019, in Edinburgh, Scotland. | Source: Getty Images
Kenny also graced the European premiere of "Boyz In The Wood" at the same international festival. If not Kenny, their daughter Molly would often accompany Kate to more events in Scotland.
The memorable appearance of the mother-daughter pair was in 2022 at the Britsh Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Scotland Awards, where they walked the red carpet at the DoubleTree By Hilton Glasgow Central.
Kate Dickie and Molly Dickie arrive at the BAFTA Scotland Awards on November 20, 2022, at the DoubleTree By Hilton Glasgow Central. | Source: Getty Images
Kate's Remarkable Career Highlights
Kenny's partner has an extensive career in the entertainment industry. She has appeared in several films, including "The Witch" alongside Anya Taylor-Joy and in "Prometheus" with Noomi Rapace, Michael Fassbender, Charlize Theron, Guy Pearce, and Idris Elba.
She is most recognized for her role as Lysa Arryn in the critically acclaimed HBO series "Game of Thrones." She appeared in the hit series with Emilia Clarke, Pedro Pascal, Sophie Turner, and Lena Headey.