Was named Empire Magazines #25 in the list of 100 Sexiest Stars(2007).

In the original theater production of "Closer" he played the character Dan. In the film version he played the other prominent male character, Larry, while Dan was played by Jude Law.

Is the patron for the Electric Palace Cinema in Harwich, England.

Voted #5 in Elle (France) Magazine`s "15 Sexiest Men" poll (June 2007).

In an interview with the Daily Express, admitted to being terrified of badgers.

In November 2006, he became patron of the Electric Palace Cinema in Harwich, England and launched an appeal for funds to repair deteriorating elements of the fabric.

January 2007 - has signed on as the face of a new Lancome anti-aging cream for men. He will also be named the new spokesman of the cosmetics firm`s new Hypnose Homme fragrance.

In a 2005 poll, was voted the top choice to play James Bond in Casino Royale (2006).

Began acting at age 13.

Was voted "Best dressed male" by GQ magazine in 2006

He is a supporter of Liverpool Football Club.

Invited to join AMPAS in 2005.

When his Beyond Borders (2003) co-star Angelina Jolie told him he looked sexy, she says, he "fell over laughing".

Mentioned in the song `Risen Within` by MC Homicide featuring PAZ.

Met his wife at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art while doing Romeo and Juliet.

Two of his brothers, Alan and Lee, became musicians and released a single called "Heartbeat."

Turned down the role as The Driver for BMW twice. He was sent a copy of the script for the first ad, read it and was impressed by its presentation. He immediately accepted the role, jumped on a plane to LA, and was whisked away to the set of the first ad as soon as he landed.

Is a huge David Bowie fan and has called singer "the biggest musical influence on my life." He says, "I don`t know why, but no one else has ever had such an effect on me. I didn`t have most of his work. I had everything." In the 1970s, when Bowie was changing his appearance and style with every album, Owen would re-dye his hair whatever color Bowie`s was at the time.

Has 2 daughters: Hannah and Eve.

Has four brothers and was raised by his mother and stepfather.

Was accepted into the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in 1984. After he graduated, he joined the Young Vic Theatre.

Had a recurring role on a series of BMW commercials as their mysterious driver. He played a valet in the film Gosford Park (2001) and played a fellow "Agent" named the Professor in The Bourne Identity (2002) who was sent to kill Bourne.

Spouse: Sarah-Jane Fenton (6 March 1995 - present) 2 children