Inside Shetland star Steven Robertson's surprising life offscreen

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Shetland season nine has had fans on the edge of their seats, and now, enthusiasts are curious about Steven Robertson's life off-screen.

Following Douglas Henshall's exit as DI Jimmy Perez, Ashley Jensen as DI Ruth Calder stepped in smoothly in 2022, winning over audiences alongside core characters such as DC Sandy Wilson, played by Steven Robertson, who continues to be central to the show.

Fans are keen to learn more about the actor who's been pivotal in the popular Scottish drama from the start. Early Days Hailing directly from the series' backdrop, Steven was raised on the northeast mainland of Shetland.

In an intimate 2018 interview with The Herald, he shared insights into his rural childhood: "We had sheep and I had my own sheep from a young age which is something I have missed all the years I have been away." He also revealed how much he loves returning home: "When I get home, especially if it is during the summer, I like to shear some sheep again." Steven's early days were far removed from the glitz and glamour of acting as he reminisced: "From when I was a little child I was lambing sheep and calving kye.