Movie enthusiasts certainly remember Owen Wilsonfrom the widely acclaimed MARVEL TV series “Loki” alongside Tom Hiddleston. How could fans forget his “Wow” with distinctive voice pitch. 

Fans certainly remember subtle humor and idiosyncratic characters played by him. He was the most known face of Hollywood in the 2000s. This article accounts much needed details of him. He is regarded as one of the promising new artists to debut in the 90s due to the unique humorous sensibility coupled with and nonchalant nevertheless genuine attractiveness of his work. 

Early Life of Owen Wilson 

Owen Wilson was the son of Robert Wilson and Laura Wilson(Née Cunningham). The parents of Owen Wilson were of Irish descent, originally from Massachusetts.His full name stands to be Owen Cunningham Wilson. He was born on November 18, 1968. Owen spent his childhood in Dallas, Texas. His father was an advertising executive and his mother was a renowned photographer. His parents being in the entertainment business might have pushed him to be an actor and fans are certainly grateful as he gave many memorable and funny movies in his illustrious career. 

Owen Wilson is a middle child and had two brothers; Andrew Wilson and Luke Wilson. Both of them are also involved in film making. 

Was Owen Wilson a troublesome kid?? 

It’s shocking to know that this soft spoken universally loved famous actor was expelled from the school. His antics were not exemplary and displayed misbehavior. His mischievousness of stealing a textbook from the teacher to do his homework did him no favor. It had been rumored that he got into a fist fight which accidently broke his nose as well. This was not accepted in any school and prompted him to be expelled from St. Mark’s School of Texas when he was still in 10^th grade. 

Did Owen Wilson Drop out? 

NO, following his expulsion he then joined and graduated from Thomas Jefferson School. To make him learn discipline and behave properly, he was sent to a military academy located in New Mexico. He did his bachelor of arts from University of Texas in 1991. It was where he first became acquainted with Wes Anderson who later became his close friend and also business partner. 

Career-initial lows followed by stardom with minor glitch 

The now global superstar started his career as the script writer alongside his buddy Anderson and went on to becomeActor, Comedian, Screenwriter and Producer too. It was for the film “Bottle Rocket” (1996). Initially this was a short movie, experimentation done by Owen Wilson and Wes Anderson. This movie revolved around the bookstore heist. This amazing movie also reached the Sundance Film festival in 1993. This opened the window for the duo at Hollywood as then famous director James L. Brooks and Producer Polly Platt were impressed by their work. With their guidance they made a full length film from it which is now an Indie cult.  

Despite getting rave reviews from the critics, the film actually tanked at the box office. This trend continued as he featured in the minor role in movie “The Cable guy” (1996). Interestingly this movie was directed by Ben Stiller and also starred Jim Carrey.  Both of them see potential in this young fellow. But he was still to continue commercial success as his next movie “permanent Midnight” (1998) also shared the same fate as his previous movies.  

But he did not lose his hope and maintained perseverance. This hugely paid off as he featured in “Shanghai Noon” (2000) which generated uproar in the box office. The turn of the century had changed his fortune as an actor as well. This movie was a martial arts comedy and also featured the legendary Jackie Chan. This movie got a sequel in 2003. The movie was named “Shanghai Knights” and he was part of this successful movie again. 

He returned as the scriptwriter for the 2001 movie “The Royal Tenebaums”. Whatever he touched turned to gold as this movie was nominated for a prestigious academy award for screenplay. It provided the recognition he deserved in Hollywood. This film is included as one of the greatest film by “Empire” in 2008. 

He was offered many roles in movies in 2004 as he was seen in five films that year, “The life Aquatic with Steve Zissou” being most distinguished. In this same year, he worked alongside his brother Luke Wilson in the movie “Around the World in 80 Days”. This movie was adored by fans. 

His Midas touch continued as he starred in 2005 romantic comedy movie “Wedding Crashers”. This movie was well perceived by both fans and critics alike. 

He broadened his professional spectrum as he produced the 2006 comedy film “You, Me, and Dupree”. He also featured in this movie alongside “Night at the Museum”. 

The day fans around the world were in shock 

This universally adored star was hospitalized in August 26, 207 after he attempted suicide due to depression. The cause was not disclosed as his family implored for privacy and respect. 

"I respectfully ask that the media allow me to receive care and heal in private during this difficult time” Owen Wilson pleaded in his statement on the following day. He remained in St. John’s Hospital for a week. For further treatment he was transferred to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center at Los Angeles. Fans all around the world prayed for his well being and he was taken care of by his family and friends. 

Due to this incident, he was no longer part of the now iconic film “Tropic Thunder” a 2008 film. Just imagine how the movie would have panned out had he starred alongside Robert D. Junior, Ben Stiller and Tom Cruise in that movie. It had been reported that his role was played by Mathew McConughey. 

Owen Wilson's comeback 

Fans were delighted as he was seen in the premiere of “The Darjeeling Limited” at Los Angeles. This movie was his close friend Wes Anderson’s movie and he also starred in it. Following that he featured in Drillbit Taylor (2008), Marley & Me. Wilson (2008) and critically and box office success movie The Fantastic Mr. Fox in 2009. His ascendency on movie career continued as he continued to feature in notable movies like Midnight in Paris (2011), You are Here 2013, The Internship (2013), Inherent Vice (2014), No Escape (2015), Wonder (2017) among others. 

Recently he was seen in “Secret Headquarter”, a 2022 comedy superhero movie and in “Marry Me” a romantic comedy film. Both movies were mildly received by fans and critics. This versatile actor had also lent his voice for ubiquitously popular “Cars” a movie franchise, “Marmaduke” (2010) and “Free Birds” (2013). Fans remember him as a Lightning McQueen from the movie. He was also seen in small screens; widely underrated “Community” and “Drunk History”. 

Has Owen Wilson won any awards? 

He had been nominated for Best original Screenplay for the movie “The Royal Tenebaums” as previously mentioned. In 2006, he also won the Best On-Screen Duo at a MTV Movie Award for his movie “wedding Crashers”. 

Owen Wilson Love Life and Marriage 

Fans would be surprised to know that this handsome man is yet to get married. Zoolander actor is a man of string of relationships. He dated Sheryl Crow for a couple of years (1991-2001). They bonded during the set of “The minus Man”. Following that he dated actress Gina Gershon. He shared a spicy relationship with Angel Boris Reed, an American model. 

While filming for the movie “You, Me and Dupree” in 2006 Kate Hudson and Owen Wilson bonded really well. This was like an extra marital affair as Kate was the wife of Chris Robinson at that time. This relationship did not last longer though as they broke up in June 2007. They do not hold any animosity though as the actress wishes well for him. 

“Owen is such a lovely person, and I love him dearly and I wish him beautiful things — health and everything that he desires in life.”- says Kate Hudson when she gave an interview to MTV. 

I Spy famed actor was then involved in romantic entanglement with American fitness trainer Caroline Lindqvist, Le Call, Jade Duell, Scarlet Benchley, a lingerie model and Varunie Vongsvirates. Despite his long list of girlfriends and romantic involvement he is stated to be single. 

Does Owen Wilson have kids? 

Despite not getting married, he is father of three children. He is a father too as he has a son Robert Ford Wilson born in January 2011from his former beau Jade Duell and another son, Finn Lindqvist Wilson born in 2014, with his then girlfriend and fitness trainer Caroline Lindqvist. He also has a daughter named Lyla Aranya Wilson born in 2018 with Varunie Vonsvirates. 

But it seems relationship with Varunie was rocky and she was dissatisfied with his role for his family as she was quoted saying“Lyla needs a father. It’s ironic how [Owen] keeps getting these father roles, he's playing a father in his new movie, and he's never met his own daughter." He provides financial support to all of these children for their wellbeing and quality life. 

What is the Net Worth of Owen Wilson? 

The net worth of this versatile actor and screenwriter is estimated to be a whopping 70 million dollars. He is expected to reprise his role in “Loki” and star in the movie “Haunted Mansion”. He would always be associated with Hollywood's golden age thanks to his shaggy blond hairstyle, blue eyes, and peculiar nose, as one publication jokingly remarked on its front page. He continues to be the improbable forebear of Hollywood sex icons. 

Star Facts of Owen Wilson 

FAQ 

Qsn: What is the reason behind Owen Wilson's bumped nose? 

Ans: The gentle looking Owen Wilson was a troublesome kid during his school time. He broke his nose twice, that's the reason behind his bumped nose. First, during his school time where he got into a fist fight which accidently broke his nose and second, while playing football with his friends. 

Qsn: Is Owen Wilson a playboy of the Hollywood industry? 

Ans: We can't deny the fact that he dated a lot of beauties in his prime time. If we look into the list of his ex-girlfriends it makes sense that he definitely played well in this issue. So we can entitle him to be the Playboy of the Hollywood industry. The list of his ex-girlfriends includes, Sheryl Crow, Gina Gershon, Angel Boris Reed, Kate Hudson, Caroline Lindqvist, Le Call, Jade Duell, Scarlet Benchley, and Varunie Vongsvirates. 

Qsn: How is the Relationship of Owen Wilson with his children? 

Ans: Owen Wilson has three children. He has two sons, one(Robert Ford Wilson) from Jade Duell and another(Finn Lindqvist Wilson) from Caroline Lindqvist and one daughter(Lyla Aranya Wilson) from Varunie Vonsvirates. So far he has maintained a good relationship with his two sons along with their mothers but he has a bitter relationship with his daughter along with her mother. The reason is he was not happy with the pregnancy of Varunie when she told him that she was pregnant, that was the last time the couple ever spoke. Varunie also said in an interview that he has not seen his daughter so far.