Outlander star Sam Heughan is set to take on a new role as the official DJ at Glasgow's Commonwealth Games next month. The actor, known for playing Jamie Fraser in the hit series, will entertain attendees at the SEC Armadillo on July 24, when the first medal of the games will be presented during the Para Powerlifting session.
Heughan Learns from a Scottish DJ Legend
This marks Heughan's debut DJ gig, and he has turned to one of Scotland's best-known disk jockeys, George Bowie, to learn the tricks of the trade. Bowie currently presents the breakfast show and the GBX show on Bauer radio station Clyde 1 and has been awarded an MBE for services to broadcasting. Sam joined George for a crash course at a Glasgow rooftop, where he learned how to get a Scottish crowd going. Captured in a hilarious video, this includes an attempt to remix “No Scotland No Party,” taking inspiration from the Tartan Army in the USA.
Heughan on Scottish Fans and His DJ Debut
Heughan said: "Scottish fans are the best in the world - you only have to look at what’s happening across the pond right now to see that. I am excited to see the crowds at a home Games getting behind Team Scotland, just as they did in 2014. DJ’ing isn’t naturally in my wheelhouse so it was only right to learn from the best. Thanks to George showing me the ropes, I’m ready for my big moment. I don’t want to give too much away, as I want to leave a few tunes up my sleeve, but it’s safe to say that we will boogie."
Bowie's Take on the Gig
According to Bowie, creating the right atmosphere as a DJ is less about technical skill and more about “instinct and energy.” "We worked on the setlist together and it’s safe to say there are a few bangers in there," Bowie teased. "I know more about heartburn than being a heartthrob, so I’m sure the crowd at the SEC Armadillo will be delighted that it’s Sam behind the decks. A home Games is typically a once-in-a-lifetime experience, so, like every Glaswegian, I feel incredibly lucky that they’re coming back. We’re going to make the most of it and it’s going to be the biggest party in town."
Heughan's Role as Ambassador and Post-Outlander Plans
Last November, Heughan was named as Glasgow 2026's first celebrity ambassador, participating in an announcement advert that captured the ability of major sporting events to turn a nation into superfans. Anticipation is building for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, which will take place between July 23 and August 2, 2026, with tens of thousands already securing tickets when they were released last October. Glasgow is set to welcome 3,000 athletes from 74 nations and territories to compete in world-class sporting events across 10 sports and six para sports over the 11-day event.
It comes as Outlander reached its conclusion last month, airing its final episode that brought the beloved TV show to an end after a successful 12-year run. Following this, fans have been left wondering what Heughan has in store for the future. However, Sam has been keeping himself busy with the expansion of his award-winning spirits brand The Sassenach and marched as the grand marshal in the 2026 NYC Tartan Pride parade. On screen, he is set to star in Embassy, a six-part thriller series that also stars Hollywood names J.K. Simmons and Anna Kendrick.
