Biography
Ewan McGregor
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About Ewan McGregor
People know Ewan for his performance in movies like “Trainspotting” ” Star Wars.” He is also one of the founders of “Natural Nylon.” He didn’t start his career in the big movie. Ewan started his career from the low budgeted film. That was before he got the opportunity to work in roles like Jedi Obi-Wan Kenobi and Mark Renton. Ewan’s charming personality and impactful charisma have always been the plus point in his performances. It has increased his fan following through his looks.
He very finely chooses the characters and always leaves an impression on the screen. Apart from acting, he is passionate about racing. He has been part of various racing competition time and again. He adventurous nature of Ewan drives him to travel a lot. Likewise, he is also part of the various charity organizations.
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Full name | Ewan Gordon McGregor |
Date of Birth | 31 March 1971 |
Birth Place | Perth, Scotland |
Parent(s) | Carole Diane and Charles Stewart |
Occupation | Actor |
Spouse(s)/Partner(s) | Eve Mavrakis (m. 1995; div. 2020) Mary Elizabeth (present) |
Net Worth | US $25 million |
Ewan McGregor is also the ambassador to UNICEF. He has been to Indian, the Republic of Congo, and Nepal in the various vaccination programs. Ewan had even traveled on foot on this journey. He even won the “BAFTA Scotland Award” for “Best Actor” in 1997. The award was his result of excellent performance in the movie “Trainspotting.” He had also received the “BAFTA Britannia Humanitarian Award” in 2016.
Early Life
The birthplace of Ewan is Perth, Scotland, born on March 31, 1971. His mother’s name is Carole Diane, a school teacher, and administrator. His father’s name is Charles Stewart. He was a physical education teacher. Ewan grew up in Crieff.
Education
Ewan McGregor went to “Morrison’s Academy” for his studies. He then attended the “Perth Repertory Theatre.” Likewise, he joined the “Guildhall School of Music and Drama” to study drama. Daniel Craig and Alistair McGowan were his classmates.
Career
The acting career of Ewan McGregor officially started from the “Lipstick on Your Collar” musical-comedy in 1993. He portrayed the role of Private Mick Hopper. Ewan became part of the mini-series “Scarlet and Black” in the same year. Also, He appeared in the movie “Shallow Grave,” a thriller movie in 1994. He won several awards for his performance.
Likewise, Ewan caught the limelight after his performance in the movie “Trainspotting” in 1996. The story of the film hovers around drug addicts. He played the role of Mark Renton in the movie. It was the first hit of Ewan; the movie succeeded in collecting $72 million. The movie won the title of “Best Scottish film of all time” according to the polls of the people. It also secured its rank in the list of “Top 100 British films of all time.” Danny Boyle had directed the movie.
Moreover, Ewan McGregor did the famous television series “ER” in 1997. His performance helped him to earn nominations in the “Primetime Emmy Awards.” He was part of the “Little Voice” in 1998. Then, the year 1999 came up with a massive opportunity for Ewan. He appeared in “Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace.” The movie was a huge success.
Being a theatre and drama student, Ewan was very much into the theatres. He was part of the play “Little Malcolm and His Struggles Against the Eunuchs.” The play premiered at “Hampstead Theatre.” Later, it staged at “Comedy Theatre.” He was part of the play from 1998 to 1999. He became part of the “Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones” in 2002.
Then, Ewan McGregor became part of “Down with Love” and “Big Fish” in 2003. He was also part of the drama “Young Adam.” This drama helped him to collect a lot of appreciations. And he again did “Star Wars III: Revenge of the Sith” in 2005. He also has an impactful voice. And Ewan lent his voice for animated movies like “Valiant” and “Robot.”
Moreover, Ewan McGregor was part of projects like “The Impossible” and “Salmon Fishing in the Yemen” in 2012. It helped him earn a lot of award nominations. He also did movies like “Mortdecai,” ” Miles Ahead,” “Last Day in the Dessert,” “Christopher Robin,” and “Zoe” in 2018. He was also part of the “Doctor Sleep” in 2019 and “Birds of Prey” in 2020.
Relationships/Personal Life
Ewan McGregor tied the knot with Even Mavrakis in 1995. Even gave birth to four daughters: Mathilde, Jamyang, Anouk, and Clara Mathilde. After 23 years of marriage, Ewan went to the court for a Divorce in 2018. The couple seems to have problems with themselves. But before filing the divorce, Ewan announces a relationship with Mary Elizabeth Winstead.
Social Media
It seems like Ewan MacGregor appears to enjoy his spare time in his solitude. He does not have any accounts on social media platforms. Although you search his name on Twitter and Instagram, you will get some unverified accounts flawed fan pages.
Net worth
Ewan McGregor has been part of the industry for more than twenty-five years. He has been part of many exciting projects. According to the evaluation of his projects and celebritynetworth.net, he has an approximate net worth of $25 million.
Nutshell Bio
The full name of Ewan is Ewan Gordon MacGregor. His nationality is Scottish, currently at the age of 49. His ethnicity is German and Scottish. He has an attractive height of 5 feet ten inches with a complimentary weight of 74 kgs.