Ewan Gordon McGregor was born 31 March 1971 in Crieff, Scotland. At 16, he left Crieff and Morrison Academy to join the Perth Repertory Theatre. His parents encouraged him to leave school and pursue his acting goals rather than be unhappy. McGregor studied drama for a year at Kirkcaldly in Fife, then enrolled at London's Guildhall School of Music and Drama for a three-year course. He studied alongside Daniel Craig and Alistair McGowan among others, and left right before graduating after snagging the role of Private Mick Hopper in Dennis Potter's 1993 six-part Channel 4 series Lipstick on Your Collar. His first notable role was that of Alex Law in Shallow Grave, directed by Danny Boyle, written by John Hodge and produced by Andrew MacDonald. This was followed by The Pillow Book and Trainspotting, the latter of which brought him to the public's attention. He is now one of the most critically acclaimed actors of his generation, and portrays Obi-wan Kenobi in the first three Star Wars episodes. McGregor is married to French production designer Eve Mavrakis, whom he met while working on the TV show Kavanagh QC. They married in France in the summer of 1995 and have two daughters, Clara Mathilde and Esther Rose. McGregor has formed a production company with friends Jonny Lee Miller, Sean Pertwee, Jude Law and Sadie Frost. Called Natural Nylon, they hope it will make innovative films that do not conform to Hollywood standards.


Former roommate of Jude Law. They are still close friends. Nephew of Denis Lawson. Born at 3:45pm-CET Was originally up for the lead role in The Beach (2000/I), which would have reunited him with director Danny Boyle and screenwriter John Hodge who collaborated with McGregor on Shallow Grave (1994), Trainspotting (1996) and A Life Less Ordinary (1997). The role went to Leonardo DiCaprio. While McGregor blames studio influence for the casting decision he has not spoken to either Boyle nor Hodge since. In the film Moulin Rouge! (2001) McGregor sang alongside Nicole Kidman. His first name is pronounced "you-an". Resides in North London with his family. Early career dedicated almost exclusively to indie, low-budget, and non-feature films. When cast as Obi-wan Kenobi in Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999), an interviewer reminded him of his "aversion" to major films, and he replied "I know what I said, but, hey! This is Star Wars!" Born on the same exact day as Isobel Thomas, the "assistant to producer" on Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999), in which Ewan starred. Studied Alec Guinness' films in preparation for his role as Obi-Wan Kenobi in Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999) and to ensure accuracy in everything from his accent to the pacing of his words. Studied at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London for three years, graduating in 1992. Was a student in the year-long theatre arts program at Kirkcaldy College of Technology in the fall of 1988. Good friends with Texas lead singer Sharleen Spiteri. He and his uncle, Denis Lawson, have worked with two of the same directors. Both have been in Star Wars films, directed by George Lucas. His first film, Being Human (1993), was directed by Bill Forsyth, who also directed Lawson in Local Hero (1983). Embarked on a motorcycle trip around the World along with his friend and fellow actor Charley Boorman (2004). Completed a trip from London to New York 'The Long Way Round' by riding a motorbike east, via Europe, Mongolia, Russia, Alaska and Canada to Manhattan over 115 days in 2004. Ewan and his wife Eve have the same initials, even with her maiden name. Is a good friend of Naveen Andrews, star of the show "Lost" (2004), from drama school. Was the best man at Dougray Scott's wedding in 2000. Is very particular about his children being photographed or seen on television. He strongly believes that just because he is famous, that should not give anyone the right to invade their privacy. Is a casual supporter of St Johnstone Football Club. Has been involved in a campaign against the closure of the maternity wing of Perth Royal Infirmary, the hospital ward where he was born. Cousin of Lou Gish and Kay Curram. Is short sighted. His best friend is actor Charley Boorman, whom he traveled around the world with on motorbikes ("Long Way Round" (2004) trip). They met on the set of the 1997 movie The Serpent's Kiss (1997). His uncle Denis Lawson was considered for the role of "Captain Antilles" in Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (2005). Was considered to play James Bond in Casino Royale (2006). He actually dropped out of school because his mother wanted him to. Good friends with Black Hawk Down (2001) co-star Hugh Dancy. Older brother Colin is a pilot in the Royal Air Force.