Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Television Director |
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| Nationality | Scottish |
| Date of Birth | 09/08/1973 |
| Age | 53 years |
| Birthplace | Elgin, Moray, Scotland |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Latest News about Kevin McKidd
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'.
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.
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.
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 Name | Joseph Kevin McKidd |
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| Production Company | Ferryman Films (founder), a Scottish production company focused on original stories tied to his Scottish heritage |
| Representation | WME and Independent Talent Group |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 11" (180 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Turquoise |
| Hair Color | Extra Light Ash Blonde |
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| Educational Qualification | Diploma in Drama (Acting Studies) |
Personal Life
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Divorced |
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Family
| Father | Neil Mc |
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| Mother | Kathleen (Secretary) |
| Siblings | 2 Brothers |
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Career
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Favourites
| Food | Eggs Benedict |
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| Film | 'A Midsummer Night's Sex Comedy' (1982) |
| Singer | James Taylor |
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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