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Ewan McGregor
United Talent Agency
9336 Civic Center Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210-3604
USA
Address information
United Talent Agency
(Talent Agency)
9336 Civic Center Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210-3604
USA
Phone: (310) 273-6700
Fax: (310) 247-1111
Ewan McGregor is a Scottish actor, director, and producer, widely regarded for his diverse range of roles across film and television. Born on March 31, 1971, in Perth, Scotland, McGregor has established himself as one of the most talented and versatile actors of his generation, known for his performances in both independent films and major Hollywood blockbusters.
McGregor’s early interest in acting was inspired by his family background; his father, James McGregor, was a physical education teacher, and his mother, Carol Diane, was a teacher. He attended the Perth Repertory Theatre, where he honed his craft, and later studied at the prestigious Drama School in London, the Guildhall School of Music & Drama. His break into professional acting came in the early 1990s when he appeared in a series of British television shows and films, including Lipstick on Your Collar (1993) and Shallow Grave (1994), the latter of which marked his first significant role in the film.
McGregor’s big breakthrough came in 1996 with his role in Trainspotting, directed by Danny Boyle. Based on the novel by Irvine Welsh, Trainspotting was a gritty, darkly comedic film about a group of heroin addicts in Edinburgh, Scotland. McGregor’s portrayal of Mark Renton, the film’s central character, earned him widespread critical acclaim and made him a star. The film itself became a cult classic and is considered one of the greatest British films ever made. McGregor’s performance in Trainspotting showcased his ability to bring depth and complexity to characters, a trait that would define his future work.
