Owain Rhys Davies
Born (1982-02-20)20 February 1982
Cardiff, Wales
Died 27 May 2026(2026-05-27) (aged 44)
Alma mater Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts
Occupations Film, stage and television actor
Years active 2003–2020

Owain Rhys Davies (20 February 1982 – 27 May 2026) was a Welsh film, stage and television actor. He was best known for playing the recurring role of FBI Agent Wilson in the third season of the American horror drama television series Twin Peaks.[1][2]

Life and career

Davies was born in Cardiff,[1] the son of Helen Davies.[3] At the age of nine, he and his family moved to St Clears in Carmarthenshire. He attended and graduated from Bro Myrddin Welsh Comprehensive School.[4] After graduating, he attended the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, earning his BA degree in acting, which after earning his degree, he studied at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts.[5] He began his stage career in 2003, appearing in the jukebox musical play Mamma Mia! at the Prince Edward Theatre. He appeared in such other plays as The Wizard of Oz, The Lion King, Something Rotten! and Grease.[6] During his stage career, in 2024, he starred as the drag queen Candince in the musical play Grindr Help Desk.[7]

Davies began his screen career in 2006, appearing in the S4C drama television series Cowbois ac Injans. He guest-starred in television programs including The OA, Tall Tales and My Dead Ex,[8] and played the recurring role of FBI Agent Wilson in the third season of the Showtime horror drama television series Twin Peaks.[9] He also appeared in the films Alice Through the Looking Glass, Viking Siege, The Relationtrip and A Serial Killer's Guide to Life.[8]

Davies retired from acting in 2020, last appearing in the television film The Real Founding Fathers of America, playing Alexander Hamilton.[10]

Death and tributes

Davies died on 27 May 2026, at the age of 44.[11]

Actress Joanne Froggatt paid tribute to Davies, stating: "No words seem to convey my emotions. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss and the grief you must be feeling. I am just devastated to lose our beautiful friend, he was more than a friend, he was joy, and life and talent and kindness and fun and intelligence, has was everything, and my brain can't compute that we don’t get to hug him again".[9] Actress Ruth Connell also paid tribute to Davies in an Instagram post.[12]

References

  1. ^ a b Vlessing, Etan (2 June 2026). "Owain Rhys Davies, 'Twin Peaks' Revival Actor, Dies at 44". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2 June 2026.
  2. ^ Nolfi, Joey (2 June 2026). "Twin Peaks and The OA actor Owain Rhys Davies dies suddenly at 44". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved 2 June 2026.
  3. ^ "Helen Davies". Peter Evans Funeral Directors. Retrieved 2 June 2026.
  4. ^ Tudur, Non (3 July 2022). "O Twin Peaks i'r Pride Lands – actor o Gaerdydd yn falch o ddod adre". Golwg (in Welsh). Retrieved 2 June 2026.
  5. ^ Wood, Alex (2 June 2026). "West End performer Owain Rhys Davies has died aged 44". WhatsOnStage.com. Retrieved 2 June 2026.
  6. ^ Del Rosario, Alexandria (2 June 2026). "Owain Rhys Davies, actor who appeared in 'The OA' and 'Twin Peaks: The Return,' dies at 44". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 2 June 2026.
  7. ^ Rabinowitz, Chloe (30 July 2024). "Grindr Help Desk: The Musical to be Presented at the Post Office Café and Cabaret". BroadwayWorld. Retrieved 2 June 2026.
  8. ^ a b "Owain Rhys Davies List of Movies and TV Shows". TV Guide. Retrieved 2 June 2026.
  9. ^ a b Kanter, Jake (2 June 2026). "Owain Rhys Davies Dies: 'Twin Peaks' & 'The OA' Actor Was 44". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 2 June 2026.
  10. ^ Lammers, Tim (2 June 2026). "Owain Rhys Davies, 'Twin Peaks' Actor, Dies At 44". Forbes. Retrieved 2 June 2026.
  11. ^ Jenkins, Elise (2 June 2026). "Twin Peaks actor dies suddenly at 44". BBC News. Retrieved 2 June 2026.
  12. ^ Moore, Julia (2 June 2026). "Twin Peaks Actor Owain Rhys Davies Dies Suddenly at 44, Family Has 'Unanswered Questions' About Cause". People. Retrieved 2 June 2026.