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William John Owen Rowbotham, MBE (14 March 1914 – 12 July 1999) was an English actor and songwriter. He was the father of actor Tom Owen. He is best known for portraying Compo Simmonite in the Yorkshire-based BBC comedy series Last of the Summer Wine for over a quarter of a century.
Bill Owen (1914-1999) was known for his roles in films, TV and theatre, especially as Compo in Last of the Summer Wine. He also wrote songs, musicals and plays, and received the MBE for his work with boys clubs and performing arts.
Learn about the life and career of Bill Owen, a versatile English actor who starred in films, TV shows and musicals. He was best known for playing Compo in Last of the Summer Wine, a role that earned him the MBE and a loyal fan base.
Bill Owen was a versatile and prolific actor who starred in films, stage and TV, including the role of Compo in Last of the Summer Wine. He also wrote and directed plays and musicals, and was a veteran of the Unity Theatre Company.
Jul 12, 2015 · On the 16th anniversary of the death of actor Bill Owen, some previously unseen footage of Bill with fellow cast members from Last of the Summer Wine at a tribute to the show at Pinewood...
Jul 12, 1999 · Learn about the life and career of Bill Owen, who played Compo in Last of the Summer Wine and appeared in many Carry On films. Find his biography, filmography, awards and trivia on TMDB.
Jul 12, 1999 · Bill Owen became one of the nation's best-loved stars as the mischievous Compo in Last of the Summer Wine - but had a long career as a playwright and songwriter as well as an actor.
