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Ewan McGregor
Active Hollywood & British Cinema
- FromPerth, Scotland
- Based inLos Angeles, California, USA
- Age46–55
- Active1992 – Present
- Updated
Ewan McGregor – Biography
Ewan McGregor – Full Information
- Full Name: Ewan Gordon McGregor
- Popular Name: Ewan McGregor
- Nickname: Ewan
- Profession: Actor, Director
- Profession Category: Actor, Director
- Known For: Star Wars Prequel Trilogy (Obi-Wan Kenobi), Trainspotting, Moulin Rouge!, Big Fish, Fargo, Halston
- Date of Birth: 31 March 1971
- Age: 55 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Perth, Scotland
- Hometown: Crieff, Scotland
- Current Residence: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Nationality: Scottish, British (also holds American citizenship)
- Religion: Not Publicly Disclosed
Physical Appearance
- Height: 5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
- Weight: Approx. 74 kg
- Eye Colour: Blue
- Hair Colour: Light Brown
Family
- Father: James Charles Stuart “Jim” McGregor (Physical Education Teacher)
- Mother: Carole Lawson (Teacher and School Administrator)
- Brother: Colin McGregor (Former RAF Tornado Pilot)
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse: Mary Elizabeth Winstead (m. 2022)
- Former Spouse: Eve Mavrakis (m. 1995; div. 2020)
- Children: Five children, including Clara McGregor and Laurie McGregor
Education
- School: Morrison’s Academy, Crieff, Scotland
- College: Kirkcaldy College of Technology
- Drama School: Guildhall School of Music and Drama, London
- Qualification: Studied Drama and Theatre Arts
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
|---|---|
| 1993 | Earned his first major breakthrough with the Channel 4 television series Lipstick on Your Collar. |
| 1994 | Gained critical acclaim starring in Danny Boyle’s thriller Shallow Grave. |
| 1996 | Achieved international fame with his iconic portrayal of Mark Renton in Trainspotting. |
| 1999 | Became globally recognized as young Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace. |
| 2001 | Showcased his singing talent opposite Nicole Kidman in the musical Moulin Rouge!. |
| 2003 | Played the younger Edward Bloom in Tim Burton’s fantasy drama Big Fish. |
| 2016 | Made his feature directorial debut with American Pastoral, in which he also starred. |
| 2017 | Won the Golden Globe Award for portraying twin brothers Emmit and Ray Stussy in Fargo Season 3. |
| 2022 | Returned as Obi-Wan Kenobi in the Disney+ limited series Obi-Wan Kenobi. |
| 2024 | Received widespread acclaim for leading the historical drama series A Gentleman in Moscow. |
| 2025 | Reunited with Charley Boorman for the motorcycle travel documentary Long Way Home. |
| 2026 | Co-starred with Anne Hathaway in David Robert Mitchell’s science-fiction mystery thriller The End of Oak Street. |
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film / Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Best Actor | BAFTA Scotland Awards | Trainspotting | Won |
| 2002 | Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy | Golden Globe Awards | Moulin Rouge! | Nominated |
| 2013 | Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy | Golden Globe Awards | Salmon Fishing in the Yemen | Nominated |
| 2018 | Best Actor – Miniseries or Television Film | Golden Globe Awards | Fargo | Won |
| 2021 | Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie | Primetime Emmy Awards | Halston | Won |
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About Ewan McGregor
Is Ewan McGregor best known for playing Obi-Wan Kenobi?
Yes, he is globally recognized for portraying the iconic Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi in the Star Wars prequel trilogy (1999–2005) and reprising the role in the 2022 Disney+ series.
What is his major film project in 2026?
He stars as Greg Platt alongside Anne Hathaway in the David Robert Mitchell-directed mystery science-fiction thriller The End of Oak Street, produced by J.J. Abrams.
Can Ewan McGregor actually sing?
Yes, he performed all of his own vocals as the romantic lead Christian in the Oscar-winning 2001 musical Moulin Rouge!, as well as voicing Lumière in Disney's live-action Beauty and the Beast (2017).
Who is his wife?
He married his Fargo co-star, American actress Mary Elizabeth Winstead, in April 2022. He was previously married to production designer Eve Mavrakis.
What are his famous travel documentaries?
He is famous for his real-life motorcycle travel series alongside Charley Boorman, which include Long Way Round (2004), Long Way Down (2007), Long Way Up (2020), and their 2025 release Long Way Home.
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