Welsh actor Owain Rhys Davies has passed away at the age of 44, his family has announced.
The Cardiff-born actor famously starred as FBI Agent Wilson in Twin Peaks, having appeared in numerous stage, film and television roles over a 20-plus-year career.
In terms of video games, Owain had goblin and squire roles in 2001’s RuneScape, and voiced Smiley, one half of a strongly Welsh-accented comedic duo, in Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch in 2011.
Owain’s brother Rhodri shared the following statement in a post on Instagram.
It is with profound sadness that my father and I share the news that my brother, Owain, has passed away.
This news will come as a great shock to many. While there are still questions that remain unanswered regarding the circumstances of his death, our understanding at this stage is that Owain passed suddenly, naturally, and peacefully.
The reach of Owain’s love, friendship, and generosity was vast. The outpouring of messages we have received over the past few days has been deeply moving and a testament to the impact he had on so many lives.
Owain was fortunate enough to have more than one family. Alongside his biological one, he built extraordinary, family-like bonds with many of his closest friends, colleagues, and loved ones. I am incredibly proud that, while he was my brother, he was also a brother to so many others. We know that this loss will be felt by a great many people, and we take comfort in knowing how loved he was.
We will try and share further information in due course as we learn more and begin making arrangements. In the meantime, we kindly ask for some privacy as we come to terms with this devastating loss and support one another through the days ahead.
Thank you for your kindness, your messages, and for keeping Owain in your thoughts.
Rhodri (Brawd / Brother) & Conway (Tad / Dad)
Wales in Games sends best wishes to Owain’s family and friends.