Ewan McGregor Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Net Worth, Height, Movies & TV Shows, Parents

Ewan Gordon McGregor, also known as Ewan McGregor stands as an acclaimed Scottish actor, celebrated for his versatile performances across film, television, and theater that blend raw intensity with charismatic vulnerability.

Profile

• Full Name: Ewan Gordon McGregor
• Stage Name: Ewan McGregor
• Born: March 31, 1971
• Age: 54 years old
• Birthplace: Perth, Scotland, UK
• Nationality: Scottish
• Occupation: Actor, Producer, Motorcycle Enthusiast
• Height: 5 feet 10 inches
• Parents: James Charles Stuart McGregor, Carol Diane Lawson
• Siblings: Colin McGregor (brother)
• Spouse: Mary Elizabeth Winstead (m. 2022), Eve Mavrakis (m. 1995–2018)
• Children: Clara Mathilde McGregor, Esther Rose McGregor, Anouk McGregor, Jamyan McGregor, Laurie McGregor
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $25 million USD

Early Life and Education

Ewan McGregor, an acclaimed Scottish actor, was born on March 31, 1971, in Perth, Scotland, to James Charles Stuart McGregor, a physical education teacher, and Carol Diane Lawson, a deputy headmistress.

Raised in Crieff with his older brother Colin, a former RAF pilot, he grew up in a close-knit family that encouraged his artistic inclinations.

His uncle, actor Denis Lawson (Star Wars), inspired his early passion for performance.

McGregor attended Morrison’s Academy in Crieff but left at 16 to pursue acting, joining the Perth Repertory Theatre.

He later studied drama at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, leaving in 1992 to begin his professional career, shaped by a blend of stage training and raw talent.

Career

Ewan McGregor debuted in 1993 with a recurring role in the British series Lipstick on Your Collar, followed by his breakout as Alex Law in Shallow Grave (1994), directed by Danny Boyle.

His career-defining role came as Mark Renton in Trainspotting (1996), a raw portrayal of heroin addiction that earned global acclaim.

He cemented his stardom as young Obi-Wan Kenobi in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999), reprising the role in Attack of the Clones (2002), Revenge of the Sith (2005), and the Disney+ series Obi-Wan Kenobi (2022).

McGregor’s versatility shone in Moulin Rouge! (2001) as Christian, earning a Golden Globe nomination, and Big Fish (2003) as Edward Bloom.

He starred in Black Hawk Down (2001), The Ghost Writer (2010), and The Impossible (2012).

His television work includes a dual role in Fargo Season 3 (2017), winning a Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Limited Series.

Stage credits feature Guys and Dolls (2005) and Othello (2007) at the Donmar Warehouse.

Recent films include Birds of Prey (2020) as Roman Sionis and A Gentleman in Moscow (2024) as Count Rostov.

McGregor co-produced the motorcycle travelogues Long Way Round (2004), Long Way Down (2007), and Long Way Up (2020) with Charley Boorman.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @mcgregorewan
• Facebook Handle: Ewan McGregor
• Twitter Handle: @mcgregor_ewan

Personal Life

Ewan McGregor, an acclaimed Scottish actor now aged 54, balances a high-profile career with a grounded family life.

He married Eve Mavrakis in 1995, with whom he shares four daughters: Clara Mathilde (b. 1996), Esther Rose (b. 2001), Jamyan (adopted, b. 2001), and Anouk (b. 2011).

They divorced in 2018 after 22 years.

McGregor began dating actress Mary Elizabeth Winstead, his Fargo co-star, in 2017, marrying her in 2022.

They welcomed son Laurie in June 2021.

Residing between Los Angeles and Scotland, McGregor is a UNICEF UK ambassador, advocating for children’s rights, and an avid motorcyclist, often embarking on global rides.

Net Worth

Ewan McGregor, an acclaimed Scottish actor, holds an estimated net worth of $25 million USD.

This derives from blockbuster roles in Star Wars and Moulin Rouge!, television projects like Fargo and Obi-Wan Kenobi, and producing ventures in Long Way travelogues.

Real estate investments, including properties in Los Angeles, and endorsements with brands like Belstaff bolster his financial portfolio.

Filmography

Film (Selected):

• Shallow Grave (1994) as Alex Law
• Trainspotting (1996) as Mark Renton
• Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999) as Obi-Wan Kenobi
• Moulin Rouge! (2001) as Christian
• Black Hawk Down (2001) as Spec. John Grimes
• Big Fish (2003) as Edward Bloom (young)
• Young Adam (2003) as Joe Taylor
• The Island (2005) as Lincoln Six Echo
• The Ghost Writer (2010) as The Ghost
• The Impossible (2012) as Henry Bennett
• T2 Trainspotting (2017) as Mark Renton
• Birds of Prey (2020) as Roman Sionis/Black Mask

Television (Selected):

• Lipstick on Your Collar (1993) as Pte. Mick Hopper
• ER (1997) as Duncan Stewart (guest role)
• Fargo (2017) as Ray and Emmit Stussy (main role, Season 3)
• Halston (2021) as Roy Halston (main role)
• Obi-Wan Kenobi (2022) as Obi-Wan Kenobi (main role)
• A Gentleman in Moscow (2024) as Count Alexander Rostov (main role)