Ewan McGregor is a Scottish actor and singer best known for his roles in the “Trainspotting” and “Star Wars” movies.
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Ewan McGregor was born in Perth, Scotland, on March 31, 1971. He grew up in Crieff. Carol Diane (née Lawson), a teacher who first taught at Crieff High School and then became the deputy headteacher of King Park School in Dundee, gave birth to him. James Charles Stewart “Jim” McGregor, his father, is also a retired teacher.
Ewan attended Morrison’s Independent Academy. He dropped out of school when he was sixteen. He enrolled at Kirkcaldy College of Technology in a basic drama program. Ewan traveled to London when he was 18 to study drama at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama.
Ewan McGregor’s Age, Height, Weight, and Body Dimensions
McGregor, who was born on March 31, 1971, is 52 years old as of today, 2023. He stands 1.77 meters tall. I am tall and weigh 74 kg.
Ewan McGregor’s Profession & Career
Six months before graduating from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, Ewan McGregor landed the main part in “Lipstick on Your Collar.” That was back in 1993. He appeared in “Scarlet and Black” the same year. Ewan also appeared in the films “Being Human” and “Shallow Grave” in 1994. He then starred in the film “Trainspotting,” which garnered him international acclaim and fame.
In 1998, he played the major male protagonist in the British love film “Little Voice.” Following that, he appeared in the Star Wars series film “Star Wars: Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace.” He played the younger Obi-Wan Kenobi in both subsequent prequels.
Ewan also appeared in “Moulin Rouge” in 2001 and “Down with Love” in 2003. He also provided voices for the animated flicks “Robots” and “Valiant.” Ewan also appeared in the films “I Love You, Phillips Morris” and “Amelia.” He appeared in the action comedy film “Mortdecai” in 2015. He also appears in “T2: Trainspotting 2” in 2017.
Ewan has also performed in the theatre. He played Little Malcolm in “Little Malcolm and His Struggles Against the Eunuchs.” He was also in “Guys and Dolls” and “Othello.”
Achievements and Awards
In 2010, Ewan received five Empire Awards and one European Film Award. His role in “Moulin Rouge” earned him MTV Movie & TV Awards as well as Satellite Awards. He has also been nominated twice for Golden Globe Awards and three times for Primetime Emmy Awards.
Ewan McGregor’s Wife, Marriage & Relationship
Eve Mavraris, a production designer, is Ewan’s wife. They have four daughters. One of them came from Mongolia. The pair lived in London before moving to Los Angeles County, California. He is Jewish and raised his daughters to be such. Ewan has a tattoo with his wife’s and daughters’ names on it. He supports the Fremantle Football Club in Australia.
Ewan McGregor’s Salary and Net Worth
Ewan McGregor’s net worth is predicted to be $50 million as of 2023. His main source of income is his acting career. He has appeared in numerous films, documentaries, and television series. He also participates in various UNICEF programs. His roles in the “Star Wars” and “Trainspotting” franchise films brought him substantially higher pay. His salary has not been disclosed.
Quick Facts
Celebrated Name | Ewan McGregor |
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Real Name | Ewan Gordon McGregor |
Gender | Male |
Age | 52 years old |
Birth Date | 31 March 1971 |
Birth Place | Perth Royal Infirmary, Perth, United Kingdom |
Nationality | Scottish |
Height | 1.77 m |
Weight | 74 kg |
Sexual Orientation | Straight |
Marital Status | Divorced |
Wife | Eve Mavrakis (m. 1995–2018) |
Children | Yes (Clara Mathilde McGregor, Esther Rose McGregor, Jamyang McGregor, Anouk McGregor) |
Dating | N/A |
Profession | Actor, singer, and director |
Net Worth | $50 million |
Brands | N/A |
Hobbies | N/A |