your comments
Graeme Nelson, County Durham
I was lucky enough to have played the part of one of the street urchins in The Fifteen Streets stage production at Newcastle's Theatre Royal with Owen in 1988. I remember him as a really nice bloke and I also remember my nana talking to him at the stage door. She thought he was fab ... and not only for his acting as I remember! Mind you, she then had a similar thing for Sean Bean when the tour came back to the North East a year later with him in it.
Abigail Palmer
I thought Owen was superb narrating Tales from the Green Valley , the BBC 12 part TV series about life on a farm in Wales 400 years ago. His voice fitted so perfectly
Ronald Cavie, Prestatyn
Saw Owen in Macbeth at Theatr Clwyd - he was amazing.
Chris from Barry
The first time I saw Owen on the telly I had the distinct feeling that I knew him from somewhere. Did he spend any time living in Barry, Wales, I wonder?
Jon McLoughlin
Met Owen on the Waterfront Beat production - a true gent.
Mark Jones from North Cornelly
Hi Nigel you have certainly done well - I am so pleased for you. My brother is David Jones, and your mum and my late Aunty Gwyneth (Courtney) were cousins so indirectly we are semi-related. I get excited when I see you on TV and to reiterate my thoughts like so many others you are a fantastic guy. I remember the time you walked home from Penymyndd Country Club - you fell over a fence and think you broke a leg. We had to carry you home across the fields. Anytime you are in Barry or Cornelly next in Wales look us up - hope the golf and family are well.
Nancy from Tennessee, USA
First saw him on Torchwood, this man is a hell of an actor.
Delyce Watts from Brisbane, Australia
I saw Owen Teale for the first time in The Fifteen Streets. Wow and yum. Very likeable character and loved the accent. He was very believable.
peter auckland nz
Tull, always looking out for your skills on the box bach. You're a credit to Wales and a good friend to my sister Julie and ex Jon. If you are Auckland look us up and we will ave a few beers.
Trish Sharp from Neston
Saw Owen in Macbeth last night at Theatr Clwyd. This was my introduction to a classic. Wow, how powerful, Owen's performance was breath taking. If this is culture, bring it on.
Greta Owens Porthcawl
My husband, our youngest daughter and I saw Owen in "Dance of Death" in Sydney Australia, it was a excellent performance and we were very proud to have watched him grow from a young actor into an accomplished mature one. We look out for you, Nigel, and thrilled to see you progressing in your career. Our very best wishes to you always.
Sue from Porthcawl
He's a great actor, lovely dulcet tone to his voice. I enjoyed him in Torchwood in 2007.
Sheila Cummins, Rotherham
Yes, like many, hooked after seeing 15 Streets, Murphy's Law, great in Lewis, Island at War... oh those blue eyes!!!Always on the lookout for his appearances. Keep up the good work Mr Teale.
Ronnie Jones, Manchester
Met him for the first time this year in Portugal, not only a great actor, but a great sense of humour. Keep the good golf up!!! Had a fab photo taken with him.
Angela McCutcheon from Cefn Cribwr
First saw Owen in the Fifteen streets, love him in every thing he's done. Only found out a couple of years ago that he's from Cornelly, just a few miles from me! You just keep getting better.
Dale Avery, Bushey, Herts
Remember Nigel or Nigs as we called him when he worked at Miles Ltd (Now owned by Bayer) in the quality assurance labs used to go our with my friend Jill from Maesteg. We always used to meet up when we visited London ... he used to take us around the theatres and introduce us to his 'actor' friends. Remember once we had to rush out and buy yogurt and banana as he had forgotten to feed his son who was about 15 months old. Great guy though a bit crazy!
rene from East Yorkshire.
Am I correct in thinking I saw Owen in an Australian series as the leading member of coastguard police???
Excellent.
Dave Neville, Loughborough
I'm a Geordie, and the accent is very difficult for a non-Geordie to do. Owen Teale did well in Lewis but there was some intonation which wasn't right and a native would easily spot it. Only other non North East actor who I thought made a reasonably decent fist of a North East accent was Julie Walters in Billy Elliott.
Bill Allen from Cheshire
Owen Teale's rendition of a Geordie accent as Nicky Turnbull was absolutely dreadful! I lived in Newcastle for 35 years, am married to a Geordie, and have several relations from the Byker area - NO-ONE talks like that, apart from "actors" trying to lampoon these lovely people. It's a wonder that Kevin Whately didn't refuse to work with him. For me, Teale's astonishing over-acting spoiled an otherwise brilliant episode.
Dave Harston, Yorkshire
I watched the recent episode of Lewis in which Owen starred and I thought his accent was appalling as a supposed Geordie. The show was that slow and tedious I thought the adverts were more exciting.
Marie Jones, Rotherham, South Yorks.
I do not know Owen Teale personally, I remember him amongst things in the Thin Blue Line. I loved his Geordie accent in the recent episode of Lewis with Kevin Whately - you could have been fooled by his great accent. I felt we were back in "Auf Weidersen Pet" land. Brilliant acting and he played the charming scoundrel to perfection. Well done Owen.
Terry Kelly from Lowestoft (ex Geordie)
An excellent, very persuasive Geordie accent in recent "Lewis" ITV series.
Vanessa (Tombs) Canada
I was in school with Owen (Nigel) Teale at Cynffig Comp. Who'd have thought back then that some many people from all over the world would be talking about you (gorgeous, hunk great actor, biggest fan) are some of the many things said. So, way to go Nigel, proud of your acheivements.
Deb from Essex
Just saw Owen Teale for the first time would you believe in 15 Streets. It was love at first sight. Thought there must have been a bit of the Celt in him. Good actor too.
Helen, Staffordshire
I worked behind the scenes at Bromley's Churchill Theatre years ago when they did a panto production of Dick Whittington. Owen Teale played King Rat and was absolutely brilliant. More to the point he (and many of the other cast members) were great fun behind the scenes too.
Owen from Brighton
I remember him on TV as a milkman whose milk van had crashed and all his milk spilt over the road, an advert for coffee I think, "Sorry Luv - No Milk" he said before enjoying an enjoyable cup of joe.
Rebecca from Yorkshire
I first met Owen Teale in 1991 on a trip to Stratford to see Henry IV part 1 as part of our GCSE English Lit studies. He was spectacular and so gorgeous, has definitely got better with age!
Moon from Reading
I have just seen Owen in The Fifteen Streets and he is a really good actor. Beautiful to look at too! I should have known he was Welsh.
Sian Powell, Pontypridd
First met Nigel (Owen) in Ogmore during a Youth Club exchange and then in Germany in 1977? Had a memorable tooth paste fight with Nigel or 'Tull' as he was known as at this time. Sue and Fran (The Twins) send their best wishes. xx
Amanda from Cheshire
Wow, just see Fifteen Streets! Owen is gorgeous, lovely voice, great frame and that face what more can I say.
I am now busy looking on the net for more of his work to own, what a lovely man and actor!!!
Des from Port Talbot
How's Dust Hall? Look forward to seeing you soon!
Tina Paul nee Watkins, Bridgend
Went to Cynffig Comp but Nigel was in the same class as my sister Barbara. But I do remember him and we both follow his career - he is a credit to acting and he is WELSH of course. Well done butt.
Bev Sullivan, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, USA
I watched Mr Teal in "Murphy's Law," recently on BBC. I'm not particularly a fan of that show, but would not miss it with my favorite actor amongst the cast. He gave the episodes a warmth, humanity and class that was definitely needed in that dark, cold series. As usual, I was thrilled to see him. This is the second time I have seen him die ("Cleopatra" was the first), however. Now, I would like to see him in "Marion, Again," I think. I've been told he is very out of character in that series. Oh well...just to see him acting...
Gareth Griffiths - MS patient Sandville
Thanx for for your continued support to Sandville Self Help Centre. I met you in the local pub when Gwyneth Poacher did a talk on how she and many dear friends started the amazing empire - Sandville Court.
Julia Drennan
I think he's lovely, ever since i saw him in the fifteen streets. more recently, i thought he played a fantastic part in marion again.
Jonny Bryant
Owen Teale - what a legend. He is my mate's uncle and I believe my mate has the same talent! So no worries, fans of Owen - we have Ed on his way!
Paula Jones - Cambridgeshire
There is just something about him! Just seen him in Marian, Again (ITV1). He is such a versatile actor, but more "Happy" parts please...
Martine from Chiswick
Owen was my neighbour in Clapham when he was married and had a little boy Ion Rhys in 1986. He was just starting to act and had an obvious talent. He invited me to a few plays which were brilliant. Kept in touch for years then he became so famous, we lost touch. Shame, he's a very talented man, delightful and human too. Rare.
Lindsay, london
I think he is so sexy. He has that look
that makes you go go weak at the knees.
Love him!
Gail Seedhouse
Saw him on holiday in Turkey this summer!! Seemed very nice but no good at navigating pedalos!
Cheryl Alfaya, Florida
He is my all time favourite actor, Love him, needs to be seen a lot more on TV!
Love him to visit Florida!!!
Hayley from Cardiff
Just watched Owen in Murphy's Law and Donovan. Thought he was brill. Can't wait to see him in a lot more in the near future. You just got yourself a new fan.
Dave Brown, Sunderland
I was PR man at Sunderland Empire when we premiered Rob Bettinson's Belgrade Coventry production of 15 Streets. Owen was a pleasure to work with and a consummate professional. I wonder if he remembers the photo shoot at Alnwick Castle?
Colin Burgess, Stalybridge, Cheshire
I had the privilege of working with Owen
as a suporting artiste, on Ted And Alice. He was brilliant to work with - he was just like one of the family. I look forward to perhaps working with him again soon.
Helena Rorse from Belfast.
I first saw Owen in the 15 Streets and have been hooked ever since. He sets my pulse racing.
Sue Farnfield (Gilbert) from Bucks
I danced with Owen (Nigel) in a revue on Porthcawl Pavillion stage back in the 1970's for the RAFA club I think. We had a set piece to America from West Side Story and althogh not the best dancer in the troupe managed to get Owen as my lead man. Lucky me - as he towered over me by a good foot! The highlight of the routine was for Owen to get me to twirl, jump and end on his shoulder - well we managed it on the last night but the rest of the week his pure strength just managed to keep us from falling over. An experience I will never forget! Love to watch him on TV and film nowadays!
Kerry Knight, Newcastle
Think he is great in Murphy's Law. Recently saw the Thin Blue Line episode for the first time and thought he was great at comedy too. Wish he would be on TV more. Or do some theatre up here in the North East.
Alvin Harrison, Cheltenham.
I think Owen Teale is a great character actor. In Catherine Cookson's Fifteen Streets he played a Geordie which I thought was outstanding, but the part he played as a policeman in Dangerous Lady was even better.
Christine Cooper from California
I first saw Owen Teale on the stage in Stratford in Merchant of Venice and King Lear back in 1993. To this day, he is still a favorite topic of discussion of that trip to the UK! I haven't been able to see him much here in the US, but I do keep my eye out each time I visit the UK to see if he is performing.
Bev Sullivan from Idaho, USA
I'm back! I saw Mr. Teal in a five segment "Masterpeice Theater" series. He was, yet again, WONDERFUL! He portrayed his charachter, Wilf Jonas, to perfection. I think he's the absolute epitomy of a very great actor, and I am his very devoted fan.
Catherine Kinsler from U.S.A (formally N.E. Englan
I also saw Owen In Fifteen Streets and LOVED him. He is great in World at War - a litle older, but still a hunk!
Arlene Robinson, Canada
First saw him in Fifteen Streets. Now in Island At War. Very impressive. Great acting and good looking as well.
Ken Wright
In "The Fifteen Streets" he had the North Eastern dialect/accent off to a tee considering hes Welsh. Fine Actor!
John Richard Jones of Warton, Preston
Nigel - I can clearly remember you from Cornelly Junior School, Hall Drive in the early 1970's. I believe we nicknamed you 'Tull'.
You will probably remember me since I was the one who was half english / half welsh and was so different from the rest because of my accent and my ability with mathematics.
Whenever I visit the area I am a stranger and there are very few people I know now. It would be nice to meet someone I haven't seen for ages.
Did you know Steven Waite from Marlas Road? I regularly come down to visit & stay with him in Brackla so it is possible perhaps for us to meet up & have a chat.
Lisa, Leeds, West Yorkshire.
He was very good in 'Island of War'. He's quite pleasing on the eye too! I hope to see more of him on the small screen very soon.
Dorothy from Vermont
My opinion? Yum!
Robert Jones from Cornelly
I am from the same village as Nigel (Owen's real name) and now live in Australia. He is about six months older than me and we knew each other quite well. He is a great bloke and was a very good sportsman in school. I remember he loved his rugby and beer 'a typical Welshman', a true gentleman.Nigel if you read this I will be home for the first time in eight years this christmas and staying with my parents in Heol LLan, so if you are home give me a knock and we will go for the pint you owe me for saying nice things about you.
Caroline Rogan from Blackpool
First spotted Owen in Fifteen Streets. My late mum was born in Durham, so Catherine Cookson who wrote the story became her favourite authoress. She said he was just right to play the role of John(?). That big frame and long legs striding down the street wearing clogs - very memorable ending in that old kitchen. If viewers have seen the Fifteen Streets you will know what I mean!! He played the main role, but yet lovely Sean Bean got his photo all over the video cover which I found quite demeaning. Ah well, film star pecking order and all that! Havent seen Owen on TV for a while.
Michelle Daley
I think he's nice looking - first time I saw him he was on an advert as a milkman.
Lyn Smith, Editor MCK newsletter, Cornelly
Come home to Cornelly. Cornelly needs you.
Errol from Epsom
Jonesy, you're right - he is one of those kind of people that you really connect with. Jonesy, we're on the same wavelength.
Jonesy from Surrey
Sat behind Owen at Twickenham on Saturday (England v Wales rugby match) and felt that we really connected. In fact so much so that we 'hi-fived' when our boys scored a try.
Mei-Ling from Sydney, Australia
Owen Teale is just gorgeous! I first saw him in 'Fifteen Streets' and have been in love ever since.
Bev Sullivan from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, USA
As a dedicated fan, I am always on the lookout for Mr. Teale's work and was fortunate to find him in the movie Judas featured last night on ABC. He portrayed Flavius, a Roman soldier assigned to Pontius Pilate. As usual, his performance was exemplary, portraying a man torn between his allegiance to the emperor and Pilate, and his newfound faith in Christ. The sadness and turmoil expressed on his face (especially in those big "pool blue" eyes) and even his body language made you feel for his character. Mr. Teale, you've done it again! I will keep up the hunt for your good work and hope to see you on screen again, very soon!
Simon Rigden from Brighton
I owe you £10 and at least a stiff drink. Shame about the cats.
Bev Sullivan from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, USA
I have two favourite actors. Gregory Peck and Owen Teale. Sadly, a few days ago we lost Mr Peck. Owen Teale has same quality and presence that he had, and I predict great things ahead for him. I so wish we could see more of him in the U.S. Wish I could have seen him in 'A Doll's House'...would have been the experience of a lifetime for me! I wish you the very best, Mr. Teale!
Gail Dunn from Picton
His commanding presence on the screen compels you to watch him. Not only is he a great actor, he has the added bonus of being absolutely gorgeous too. I just love him.
Melissa Bruce from Baltimore, Maryland
I only began watching reruns of Ballykissangel on public television two weeks ago, at which time I quickly developed a crush on Owen Teale. In today's episode, Conor Devlin sailed off to Spain! I look forward to exploring Mr. Teale's work in future.
Pamela from Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania
Despite the Irish setting of Ballykissangel, somehow I knew in my heart he was a Welsh man.
Stacey from Swansea
"Saw Owen perform on stage with Sir Ian McKellen in Dance of Death - fantastic show with amazing performances all round. Although, the thing that sticks in my mind most is the way Owen roared 'Devil!' - never has a Welsh accent sounded so good!"
Aris Dennis
We went to see Owen in the Dance of Death, and while getting some pre-show food, bumped into him in a pastabar. I told him that I had enjoyed his role in The Thin Blue Line. Owen then pulled Ian McKellen over to us and we talked about the show they were doing. After they departed, we met them again in a gelato bar. Owen was very easy going and friendly, unlike the grumpy Sir Ian. Does anyone know how I could write to Owen to tell him we enjoyed the play?
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