Kate McGregor


Kate McGregor is an English actress known for her portrayal of the character Emily Kirk in British soap opera Emmerdale.

Early life

Born in Yorkshire, England, McGregor attended the now defunct Bretton Hall College of Education.

Career

McGregor is best known for her role as Emily Kirk in the ITV soap opera Emmerdale, making her television debut in May 1999. She would continue to play Kirk for the next eight years, until she chose to exit the series in December 2007. McGregor stated that she chose to leave as she felt that her character had run its course and that she wanted to spend more time with her family. However, she would later assume the role again for a single episode in March 2008.
In 2007, McGregor took to the stage in the Liverpool Playhouse's second theatrical production of Tim Firth's The Flint Street Nativity, portraying Mary.
In January 2008, McGregor launched the Lancashire area's round of the Learning and Skills Council's North West Learner Awards.

Personal life

A very private person, McGregor is very rarely in the public eye; her family unit includes her male partner and more than one child.
She has displayed a fondness for Ireland, praising the beauty of the coasts of Connemara and holidaying with her family in the lakelands of Fermanagh.
She is a fan of Joni Mitchell.

Filmography

Award nomination

YearAwardCategoryForResult
2000National Television AwardsMost Popular NewcomerEmmerdaleNominated