Welsh character actor, celebrated for his striking bushy eyebrows and robust physique, embarked upon a storied forty-year career in 1926, marked by a multitude of memorable performances that showcased his exceptional range and versatility. With a face tailor-made for period dramas, he breathed life into a diverse array of rustic characters, including stalwart sea captains, principled sheriffs, pious priests, and authority figures such as law enforcement officers. At the height of his popularity, Owen shared the screen with other talented actors as a first mate in the South Seas adventure film, Captain David Grief (1957),which drew inspiration from the captivating tales of renowned author Jack London.
Between the 1940s and 1950s, Owen's resonant voice became an integral part of radio programming, as he contributed his remarkable talents to a wide range of crime dramas, including the CBS series "Pursuit", which aired from 1949 to 1952, and "Pete Kelly's Blues". Notably, his most enduring and iconic role was that of Jocko Madigan, a lovable, former doctor, and trusted confidant to the esteemed star Jack Webb, in the highly popular series "Pat Novak for Hire".
