Twin Peaks Star Owain Rhys Davies Dies at 44

Twin Peaks actor Owain Rhys Davies has died at the age of 44.

The screen and stage star was best known for his role as Agent Wilson on Twin Peaks: The Return.

Owain's brother Rhodri shared the news of his sudden death, writing on social media: '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. The reach of Owain's love, friendship, and generosity was vast.'

Rhodri wrote that '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 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.'

The statement ended: '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.'

Coronation Street star Hayley Tamaddon was among Owain's celeb friends to share devastated tributes online, with the actress writing that is was 'heartbreaking to hear that my beautiful friend has passed away.'

'Owain was loved by so many. He lit up Every room he went into. I have some wonderful memories of us together, we go back so many years.. but our time together in LA will always make me smile.'

'Sleep well my love. My heart goes out to his friends, and family Rhodri and Conway.' 

Downton Abbey star Joanne Froggatt said: 'No words seem to convey my emotions. I am so sorry for your loss and the grief you must be feeling.'

'I am 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.' 

'He was everything and my brain can't compute that we don't get to hug him again.' 

'What I would give for one more hug. You're forever in our hearts cariad.'  

As well as Twin Peaks, Owain also appeared in the Disney production, Alice Through the Looking Glass and the 2019 British satirical horror movie A Serial Killer's Guide To Live.

He also had alongside numerous roles in award winning West End productions such as Mamma Mia!, The Wizard of Oz, By Jeeves, and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum at the Royal National Theatre.

The Welsh National Theatre has also paid tribute to the actor from Cardiff saying: 'We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Owain Rhys Davies at the age of 44.

'Owain was a remarkable talent whose work enriched Welsh theatre and screen, and whose contribution to the performing arts will be remembered by audiences, colleagues, and friends alike. His passion, creativity, and dedication to his craft made a lasting impact on the cultural life of Wales.

'The Welsh performing arts community is poorer for his loss, and we can only imagine the many more stories he would have gone on to tell.

'Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Owain's family, friends, loved ones, and all those who had the privilege of working alongside him. Cysga'n dawel, Owain.'