McGregor

British

/ məkˈɡrɛɡər /

noun

Ewan. born 1971, Scottish actor; his films include Shallow Grave (1994), Trainspotting (1996), Moulin Rouge (2001), Big Fish (2004), and Salmon Fishing in the Yemen (2011)

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McGregor is one of the biggest MMA stars of all time, so announcing his return after five years away from the sport means the story will compete with Rousey's headlines in the media.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

“I’m not trying to paint my client as a victim,” McGregor said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

McGregor said union members were regularly raising health and safety concerns about landfill sites and "Ladybank in particular."

From BBC • May 15, 2026

McGregor Scott, Williamson’s attorney, told reporters last year that federal authorities initially approached Williamson about helping them with a probe into Newsom.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

The world spins on, just as Mrs. McGregor said it does.

From "Louisiana's Way Home" by Kate DiCamillo

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