According to the BBC, Welsh actor Owain Rhys-Davies, who appeared in Twin Peaks: The Return and The OA, died suddenly over the weekend. He was 44 years old.
Davis is best known for playing FBI Agent Wilson in the 2017 revival of David Lynch’s iconic series Twin Peaks, appearing in three episodes alongside Lynch himself as FBI Deputy Director Gordon Cole. Other works include the Netflix drama “The OA,” 2016’s “Through the Looking Glass,” starring Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter, and the 2019 horror film “A Serial Killer’s Guide to Life.”
Davis’ brother, Rhodri Davis, announced his death on Instagram over the weekend, but said the circumstances remain unclear. “It is with deep sadness that my father and I share the news of the passing of my brother Owain,” he wrote. “This news will come as a huge shock to many. While there are still unanswered questions about the circumstances of his death, our understanding at this stage is that Owain passed away suddenly, naturally and peacefully.”
It added: “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 is a testament to the impact he had on so many lives.”
Twin Peaks fan account @welcometotwinpeaks also paid tribute to Davis, sharing a photo of him and Lynch on set. “Our thoughts are with his family, friends and everyone who knew and loved him,” the caption reads. “Thank you for joining the world of Twin Peaks, Agent Wilson.”
