Owen Wilson: American Actor &
Biography
Full Name: Owen Cunningham Wilson
Date of Birth: November 18, 1968
Place of Birth: Dallas, Texas, US
Nationality: American
Profession: Actor, Screenwriter, Producer
Years Active: 1996–present
Height: 5 feet 10½ inches (179 cm)
Weight: Approximately 75 kg (165 lbs)
Education
High School: St. Mark's School of Texas (expelled), then New Mexico Military Institute
College: University of Texas at Austin
Major: English (did not graduate)
Met Wes Anderson
at UT Austin, which sparked his entry into screenwriting and acting
Family
Father: Robert Andrew Wilson (Advertising executive, PBS station operator)
Mother: Laura Cunningham Wilson (Photographer)
Siblings:
Andrew Wilson
(Older brother – actor/director)
Luke Wilson
(Younger brother – actor)
Children:
Robert Ford Wilson
(with ex-girlfriend Jade Duell)
Finn Lindqvist Wilson
(with Caroline Lindqvist)
Lyla Aranya Wilson
(with Varunie Vongsvirates)
Marital Status: Never married
Career Highlights
Owen Wilson is widely recognized for his laid-back charm and offbeat comedic timing. His breakthrough came as a writer and actor in Bottle Rocket (1996), directed by Wes Anderson.
Notable Films:
Bottle Rocket (1996) – Co-writer and lead role
Rushmore (1998) – Co-writer
The Royal Tenenbaums (2001) – Co-writer & Actor (Oscar-nominated screenplay)
Shanghai Noon (2000) & Shanghai Knights (2003) – With Jackie Chan
Zoolander (2001) – With Ben Stiller
Wedding Crashers (2005) – Major box office success
You, Me and Dupree (2006)
Marley & Me (2008) – With Jennifer Aniston
Midnight in Paris (2011) – Directed by Woody Allen
The Internship (2013) – Reunited with Vince Vaughn
Loki (2021–2023) – Played Mobius M. Mobius in the Marvel series
Voice Acting:
Voiced Lightning McQueen in Pixar's Cars franchise
Net Worth
Estimated Net Worth (2024): $70 million
Main Income Sources:
Acting, screenwriting, voice work, producing
Awards & Nominations
Academy Award Nominations:
The Royal Tenenbaums (Best Original Screenplay, 2002 – with Wes Anderson)
BAFTA & Golden Globe Nominations:
Midnight in Paris (Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy)
Teen Choice, MTV Movie Awards:
Nominated and won for various comedic roles
Hollywood Walk of Fame:
Received a star in 2014
Summary
Owen Wilson is a beloved figure in Hollywood known for his easy-going humor, golden curls, and heartfelt performances. From indie collaborations with Wes Anderson to mainstream hits like Wedding Crashers and Cars, he has carved out a unique niche in comedy and drama. With multiple box office successes and a distinctive style, Wilson continues to be a favorite on both the big and small screens.
