Kevin McKidd

Actor, Television Director

Scottish Elgin, Moray, Scotland Leo 5' 11" (180 cm)

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Television Director
NationalityScottish
Date of Birth09/08/1973
Age53 years
BirthplaceElgin, Moray, Scotland
Zodiac SignLeo

Latest News about Kevin McKidd

16/10/2026

McKidd spoke to Deadline about his Scottish production company Ferryman Films, which he launched to develop projects on home turf. He said he is applying lessons from his years working in Hollywood to the venture. The interview also covered 'The Only Suspect'.

22/06/2026

Kevin McKidd joined the cast of Hulu's courtroom drama 'Conviction', which stars Elisabeth Moss as an attorney handling a high-profile murder case. His character has not been publicly detailed yet. The series also features Linda Emond, Jimmi Simpson and Ashley Zukerman.

22/04/2026

McKidd was announced as the lead of 'The Only Suspect', a British ITV thriller from Red Planet Pictures based on a Louise Candlish novel. The role marked his first major project after leaving Grey's Anatomy. Farren Blackburn is directing the series.

26/03/2026

McKidd and co-star Kim Raver announced they were leaving Grey's Anatomy after nearly 20 years, with their exits taking effect at the season 22 finale. McKidd's character Dr. Owen Hunt had been a central figure on the show since 2008. The season finale aired on 07/05/2026.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameJoseph Kevin McKidd
Production CompanyFerryman Films (founder), a Scottish production company focused on original stories tied to his Scottish heritage
RepresentationWME and Independent Talent Group

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 11" (180 cm)
Eye ColorTurquoise
Hair ColorExtra Light Ash Blonde

Educational Qualification(s)

School(s)
  • Seafield Primary School, Elgin
  • Elgin Academy
College/University
  • University of Edinburgh
  • Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
Educational QualificationDiploma in Drama (Acting Studies)

Personal Life

Food HabitNon-vegetarian
Hobbies
  • Singing
  • Playing Guitar
  • Playing Tennis
  • Surfing

Relationships & More

Marital StatusDivorced
Marriage Date
  • Year 1999 (Jane Parker)
  • Year 2018 (Arielle Goldrath)

Family

FatherNeil Mc
MotherKathleen (Secretary)
Siblings2 Brothers
Spouse
  • Jane Parker (Actor) (1999-2017)
  • Arielle Goldrath (Chef) (2018-2023)
Children
  • Joseph (with Jane Parker)
  • Aiden (with Arielle Goldrath)
  • Iona (with Jane Parker)
  • Nava (with Arielle Goldrath)

Career

Debut
Film'Small Faces' (1996) as Malky Johnson
TV'Father Ted' (1996) as Father Deegan
Awards
  • 1999 - 'Best Actor Award' at the International Fantasy Film Award
  • 2010 - 'Performance in a Drama Series Multi-Episode Storyline' at the PRISM Award for Grey's Anatomy (2005)
Notable Roles
  • Dr. Owen Hunt in 'Grey's Anatomy'
  • Lucius Vorenus in 'Rome'
  • Voice of Jezz Torrent in 'Grand Theft Auto: Vice City'
  • Character of Andrew Bloom in 'It Ends with Us' (2024)
  • Tommy MacKenzie in 'Trainspotting' (1996)
  • Lucius Vorenus in 'Rome' (2005–2007)
  • Dan Vasser in 'Journeyman' (2007)
  • Count Vronsky in 'Anna Karenina'
  • Young MacGuffin and Lord MacGuffin (voice) in 'Brave' (2012)
  • Reptillus Maximus (voice) in 'Toy Story That Time Forgot'
  • Lead role of Alex in ITV drama 'The Only Suspect' (2026)
  • Cast member in Hulu legal drama 'Conviction' opposite Elisabeth Moss (2026, role not yet disclosed)
Directorial Credits
  • Seattle Grace: Message of Hope (2010)
  • Do You Believe in Magic (2013)
  • Who Is He (And What Is He To You?) (2017)
  • Someone Saved My Life Tonight (2021)
  • I Carry Your Heart (2024)
  • Grey's Anatomy season 22, episode 2 (scheduled directing return, 2026-27 season)

Favourites

FoodEggs Benedict
Film'A Midsummer Night's Sex Comedy' (1982)
SingerJames Taylor

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/therealkmckidd/

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Kevin McKidd has a mixed Scottish and German heritage.
2. He was among the first in his farming family to attend university.
3. His childhood experiences in school plays sparked his interest in acting at a young age.
4. Kevin was a member of a rock band named 'Plan 9' during his teenage years.
5. He has worked at a whisky distillery and with coppersmiths in his youth.
6. He has advocated for mental health awareness and cancer research.
7. In 2013, he was the Grand Marshal of the Tartan Day Parade in NYC.
8. He released an album of traditional Scottish folk songs titled 'The Speyside Sessions' in 2012, with proceeds benefiting Save the Children, for which he serves as an ambassador.
9. He was a member of the Moray Youth Theatre and Bedlam Theatre Company at the University of Edinburgh.
10. He has provided voice work for video games including Call of Duty and Grand Theft Auto.

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