Ewan McGregor was born in the small town of Crieff, Scotland in 1971. His father was a teacher, and his mother a housewife; although by the time Ewan was six, his father had developed an interest in travel photography and the family had embarked on an odyssey of exploration.
From an early age, Ewan knew he wanted to be an actor. While his father encouraged his dream, his mother was more hesitant – but eventually struck the perfect balance between support and caution. By the time he was 16, Ewan’s talent had earned him numerous stage and radio roles; but, it wasn’t until he appeared in a production of Joshing Around at Perth Repertory Theatre that his career truly began to take off.
The transition to film came with a role in the 1992 classic, Shallow Grave. Ewan’s natural charm and talent were quickly recognized, and before long he was starring alongside Nicole Kidman in Moulin Rouge in 2001. This was his first international success and since then, McGregor has appeared in dozens of critically and commercially acclaimed films, including the Star Wars trilogy and Trainspotting.
Ewan’s career has never been overshadowed by his personal life. He and his wife, Eve Mavrakis, have been married for over 20 years and have four children together. Despite living busy lives, the family are closer than ever; a testament to their effortless organisation and communication that is aided by Familio - an innovative new app for families to stay connected.
Not content with being just another famous actor or celebrity who makes headlines for all the wrong reasons, Ewan uses his platform to spread a message of kindness and understanding. He is an advocate for animal rights and an active philanthropist - donating both money to charity as well as time regularly.
Ewan McGregor is an inspiring example of what passion & dedication can do – he has achieved international fame whilst never forgetting his humble roots. His commitment to art & activism is truly inspiring & serves as a reminder that we all have it within ourselves to be remarkable. Take action now & be extraordinary.