Owen Wilson
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: Owen Cunningham Wilson
Date of Birth: November 18, 1968
Place of Birth: Dallas, Texas, USA
Height: 179 cm (5′10½″)
Weight: ~78 kg
Religion: Raised Catholic
Nationality: American
Ancestry: Irish-American
Languages: English
Marital Status: Never married; has dated high-profile partners
Children: 3 (Robert, Finn, Lyla)
Occupation: Actor, Screenwriter, Producer
Education: University of Texas at Austin (BA English)
Net Worth: $80M+ (2025 estimate)
Total Social Followers: Millions globally
Businesses: Film production collaborations
Notable Works: Zoolander, Wedding Crashers, Cars (voice of Lightning McQueen), Midnight in Paris, Loki
Current Residence: Santa Monica, California
Number of Houses: Multiple homes in LA area
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Raised in Dallas, Texas with brothers Luke and Andrew Wilson.
- Expelled from school, later attended military academy.
- Studied English at the University of Texas at Austin.
- Became close friends with Wes Anderson, starting creative partnership.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 1996: Co-wrote and starred in Bottle Rocket with Wes Anderson.
- 2000s: Breakthrough with Zoolander, Shanghai Noon, Wedding Crashers.
- 2006–present: Voice of Lightning McQueen in Pixar’s Cars franchise.
- 2011: Starred in Woody Allen’s Midnight in Paris (Oscar-nominated film).
- 2021–2023: Played Mobius M. Mobius in Marvel’s Loki series.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- Academy Award nomination (co-writing The Royal Tenenbaums).
- Golden Globe nomination (Midnight in Paris).
- Critics’ Choice and People’s Choice awards.
- Recognized as a member of the “Frat Pack.”
🧠 Did You Know?
- Part of the “Frat Pack” alongside Ben Stiller, Vince Vaughn, Will Ferrell.
- Has three children with different partners.
- Close collaborator with Wes Anderson in multiple films.
- Survived a 2007 suicide attempt, later spoke openly about mental health.
- Known for his nasal, laid-back voice delivery.
- Often plays charming, easy-going characters.
- Voice of Lightning McQueen made him globally recognizable to kids.
- Brother Luke Wilson is also a Hollywood actor.
- Has appeared in commercials and endorsements worldwide.
- Fan of Texas sports teams and outdoor lifestyle.
- Appeared in Woody Allen’s Midnight in Paris, highly acclaimed.
- Regular in Wes Anderson ensemble films (The Royal Tenenbaums, The Life Aquatic, The Darjeeling Limited).
- Comedy style mixes improvisation with charm.
- Performed on SNL as a guest host multiple times.
- Maintains relatively private personal life despite fame.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was Owen Wilson born and how old is he?
He was born on November 18, 1968; he is years old as of 2025.
Does Owen Wilson have children?
Yes, three: Robert, Finn, and Lyla.
What is Owen Wilson’s net worth?
Public estimates place it above $80 million (2025).
What are Owen Wilson’s most famous films?
Zoolander, Wedding Crashers, Cars, Midnight in Paris.
What Marvel role did Owen Wilson play?
Mobius M. Mobius in Loki series.
Did Owen Wilson win an Oscar?
No, but he was nominated for co-writing The Royal Tenenbaums.
What production company does he work with often?
Collaborates frequently with Wes Anderson.
What’s distinctive about his acting style?
Laid-back, casual voice and comedic improvisation.
Is Owen Wilson married?
No, but he has had high-profile relationships.
What franchise is he known for in animation?
Pixar’s Cars (voice of Lightning McQueen).
Has Owen Wilson worked on SNL?
Yes, as a guest host and collaborator.
What awards has Owen Wilson won?
Golden Globe nomination, Critics’ Choice awards.
What is the “Frat Pack”?
Group of comedy actors: Owen Wilson, Ben Stiller, Vince Vaughn, Will Ferrell, Jack Black, others.
How can I watch his films?
On streaming services, Blu-ray, and DVD collections.