Esther McGregor, daughter of acclaimed actor Ewan McGregor, is carving her own niche in the entertainment industry. Having made her mark in short films, she gained significant attention for her roles in television and film, showcasing her talent across various genres.
Film and Television Career
Esther made her television debut in 2022, appearing in the highly anticipated mini-series Obi-Wan Kenobi, which starred her father Ewan McGregor. That same year, she also guest-starred in the series High School, further establishing her presence in the industry.
2023 marked a pivotal year for Esther as she transitioned to the big screen, starring in Bleeding Love alongside her father and sister Clara McGregor. The film served as a family collaboration that showcased their collective talents.
In 2024, Esther continued to expand her filmography with major roles in Babygirl, where she starred alongside Nicole Kidman and Harris Dickinson, and in Pedro Almodóvar’s The Room Next Door. These projects positioned her as a promising new talent in Hollywood.
Esther’s work in 2025 included a notable appearance in the Prime Video series We Were Liars. She has also recently starred in Clean Hands, where she plays a narcotics officer’s heroin-addicted daughter opposite Zach Braff. The chemistry fostered between the two actors brought depth to their characters, with Braff noting, “I think what Esther and I really found together, it was so helpful because that really was their relationship between Kevin and Brooke. Making each other crack up and that easy banter. They were friends, so that’s what makes it so, so extra tragic.”
Role in Fourth Wing
Excitingly, Esther McGregor has been cast as Violet Sorrengail in the upcoming adaptation of Fourth Wing. In the story, Violet is a dragon rider characterized by her exceptional intelligence and remarkable abilities. She will share the screen with German-born actor Emilio Sakraya, who plays Xaden Riorson, adding yet another feather to her growing cap in the world of film and television.
As Esther McGregor continues to take on diverse roles, audiences can look forward to witnessing her evolution as an actress, building on the legacy of her celebrated family while creating her own distinctive path in the industry.
