Rebel Wilson and Owen Wilson are two of the most popular and hilarious actors in Hollywood. They both have blonde hair, blue eyes, and a knack for comedy. They also share the same last name, which might make some people wonder if they are related. Are they siblings, cousins, or even father and daughter? Here is the truth behind their last name and their relationship.
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Rebel Wilson Changed Her Name
Rebel Wilson was born as Melanie Elizabeth Bownds on March 2, 1980, in Sydney, Australia. She has two sisters and one brother, who are also named after candy bars: Liberty, Annachi, and Ryot. She trained at the Australian Theatre for Young People and graduated from the University of New South Wales before moving to New York to pursue her acting career.
According to Showbiz Cheat Sheet, Rebel legally changed her name to Rebel Melanie Elizabeth Wilson in 2022. She explained that she chose the name Rebel because it was her great-aunt’s nickname and she wanted to honor her memory. She also said that she felt more confident and comfortable with the name Rebel than with Melanie.
Owen Wilson Is Not Rebel’s Dad
Owen Wilson was born as Owen Cunningham Wilson on November 18, 1968, in Dallas, Texas. He has two brothers, Andrew and Luke, who are also actors. He attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he met his friend and collaborator Wes Anderson. They co-wrote and starred in several films together, such as Bottle Rocket, Rushmore, and The Royal Tenenbaums.
Owen Wilson is not Rebel Wilson’s dad, as some people might think because of their age difference and last name. Owen is 54 years old, while Rebel is 42 years old. They were born in different continents and have different parents. Owen’s father was Robert Andrew Wilson, an advertising executive and public television station manager. His mother was Laura Cunningham Wilson, a photographer.
They Are Not Related At All
Rebel Wilson and Owen Wilson are not related at all. They just happen to have the same last name by coincidence. They have never claimed to be related or to have any family ties. They have never appeared in a film or a show together as relatives or even as co-stars. The only time they shared the screen was in Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb (2014), where they played minor roles as Tilly and Jedediah.
Rebel and Owen are both successful and talented actors in their own right. They have starred in many hit movies and shows, such as Pitch Perfect, Bridesmaids, Loki, Marley & Me, and Wedding Crashers. They have also won or been nominated for various awards, such as Golden Globes, BAFTAs, MTV Movie Awards, and People’s Choice Awards.
They may not be related by blood or by marriage, but they are certainly related by comedy..
