STEVENSTON'S own TV star has paid tribute to the show which gave him a start in acting.

Graeme Stevely, better known as Grado, was previously best known for his wrestling career in the ICW.

Though since 2014, he has become a much loved star in the BBC sitcom Scot Squad.

His part as PC Hugh McKirdy, working alongside Manjot Sumal as PC Surjit Singh, gave the Three Towns star his first "proper TV role".

However, Grado has now said an emotional farewell to the much loved character - as Scot Squad's final episode aired on January 27.

Though the show, which he was cast in only days before filming began, has certainly gave is scenes that will live long in the memory.

From early season skits such as PC Singh teaching McKirdy his dance moves to the latter's more recent Ally McCoist impression - the show's run has been a highly enjoyable one.

Grado reflected on his memories of the series - which included having bottles hurled in his direction - after the final show aired.

He paid tribute to all involved, and said: "Well, after the best part of a decade. Scot Squad has came to an end.

"I would like to thank Noddy, Rab and Joe and everyone else at The Comedy Unit for giving me the chance in my first proper TV role, casting me practically days before we started filming.

"The crew were like a big family meeting up every year for band camp.

"From getting bottles launched at us in the street in the first few series because people thought we were real polis to picking up a Scottish Bafta - incredible memories.

"Cheers to every actor and actress that me and Manny worked a scene with.

"And cheers to Manny himself for putting up wae my s***e in that motor for hours on end. It was an honour to work with you x."

You can watch Grado, and the rest of the Scot Squad cast, on BBC iPlayer - where all eight series at available to watch.