Paul Sneddon, the beloved Scottish comedian best known as Vladimir McTavish, has died at the age of 70, The Stand Comedy Club in Glasgow confirmed in a statement on July 1, 2026.
A Stalwart of the Scottish Comedy Scene
Sneddon was a mainstay of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe for over 30 years and appeared on BBC radio and television multiple times. The Stand described him as "a much treasured and loved" part of the Scottish comedy circuit.
In their statement, The Stand said: "He was as known for his kindness, encouragement and generosity as he was for his immense talent. He made every green room brighter, every line-up funnier and the world a nicer place to live in."
Tributes from Fellow Comedians
Frankie Boyle paid tribute, saying: "Just a great guy, and such an inclusive person. Made everyone feel welcome, and made me feel I was good enough to do tour supports for him when I wasn't."
Marcus Ryan recalled meeting Sneddon in 2005 at the Edinburgh Fringe, calling him "the loveliest man" and expressing love to his family. Laugh it off at The Railway also noted Sneddon's encouragement to fledgling comedians.
Sneddon had been scheduled to perform his 2026 show "And The S*** Hits the Fan for Vladimir McTavish" at the upcoming Edinburgh Festival Fringe. He had previously revealed he was undergoing chemotherapy treatment.
