Welcome to our collection of quotes by Kevin McKidd, a Scottish actor known for his versatile performances on both the big and small screens. With a career spanning decades, McKidd has captivated audiences with his remarkable talent, delivering memorable portrayals across various genres. From his compelling roles in acclaimed television series like Grey’s Anatomy to his captivating performances in blockbuster films such as Trainspotting, McKidd has solidified his status as a respected and beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
Born and raised in Scotland, Kevin McKidd embarked on his acting journey with determination and passion. His dedication to his craft shines through in every role he takes on, whether he’s portraying a complex character in a dramatic setting or bringing comedic relief to the screen with his impeccable timing. McKidd’s ability to breathe life into diverse roles has earned him widespread acclaim and admiration from audiences and peers alike. Explore the wisdom, wit, and insight encapsulated in Kevin McKidd’s words as we present a curated selection of his quotes below.
I actually love working with accents. I don’t know, something about it unlocks something in me. It makes me concentrate on getting into character a little more, helps me find a focus. Kevin McKidd
I’m always very excited by something that’s a curveball or from left field. Kevin McKidd
‘Grey’s’ is just a machine. I wasn’t really prepared for the epic nature of how popular the show is. Kevin McKidd
I was asked to be in the last two ‘Harry Potter’ films and I couldn’t do it because I was busy filming ‘Grey’s Anatomy.’ Kevin McKidd
I really just like acting. I’m not always aware of what is hip and what is popular and what is zeitgeist. Kevin McKidd
I love whiskey and haggis. I can’t get enough of either. Kevin McKidd
If a man comes up to me, I’m almost sure he’s going to mention Rome, if it’s a woman, it’ll be ‘Grey’s Anatomy.’ Kevin McKidd
I live in L.A. so I worry my kids aren’t that connected to Britain, I suppose I don’t want them to become American kids. We try to get back three or four times a year. When they go to school they speak with a British-American accent but when they come home to us they go back to their British accent. Kevin McKidd
I generally play villains once every three or four years by choice because I get offered villainous roles a lot, because of the way I look and whatever. And I tend to avoid them because I think you can end up in a cul-de-sac of your own making if you’re cast in that. Kevin McKidd
One of my complaints with American TV characters is that they all have a particular schtick, a hook. Kevin McKidd
I suppose I am a frustrated musician so I annoy my family by playing guitar in the house. I used to be into acoustic stuff but my son Joseph is learning drums, so now I have an electric guitar and we play Metallica. We have an amp and a PA in the garage with his drum kit. Kevin McKidd
I am the god of being messy – I’m trying to get better. I was terrible in my 20s. My kids are much tidier than I am, I don’t know where they get it from, maybe their mother. Kevin McKidd
In the late-’80s, there was a big push to make American football big in Scotland. The Super Bowl was on TV, but it didn’t really catch on. When I was a kid, though, I became a big Miami Dolphins fan. I don’t really know why – I just liked the logo, I guess. I didn’t really know what was going on. Kevin McKidd
It’s a roll of the dice in the movie business. I mean, every single movie is a roll of the dice. Any movie on paper could look like it’s going to be fantastic. You know what I mean? Kevin McKidd
I’ve done movies that I’ve been advised not to do. ‘Dog Soldiers,’ the movie I did 11 years ago now, I remember my agent at the time was like, ‘You shouldn’t do that. It’s a weird film about werewolves,’ and it became a cult hit. Kevin McKidd