Ewan McGregor's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Ewan McGregor. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Ewan McGregor is a Scottish actor recognized for his contributions to drama and charitable work, earning him a Golden Globe, a Primetime Emmy, and an OBE. He is known for his acting career.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1997: Empire Magazine Ranking

In 1997, Ewan McGregor was ranked number 36 on Empire magazine's "The Top 100 Movie Stars of All Time" list.

2004: Most Influential Person in British Culture

In 2004, Ewan McGregor was named the fourth most influential person in British culture in a BBC poll.

2007: Teetotalism

In 2007, Ewan McGregor mentioned on an episode of Parkinson that he had been teetotal for the past seven years.

2008: Interview with Irish Independent

In 2008, Ewan McGregor discussed his past alcohol issues and decision to become teetotal in an interview with the Irish Independent. He mentioned that he would often arrive on film sets drunk or hungover in the late 1990s and decided to stop drinking to avoid a downward spiral.

2008: Mole Removal

In 2008, Ewan McGregor had a cancerous mole removed from below his right eye.

2010: Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres

In 2010, Ewan McGregor was appointed by the French government as a Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Knight of the Order of the Arts and Letters).