Actor, songwriter. Born London. Wrote that Cliff Richard hit 'Marianne'. Played Compo in 'Last of the Summer Wine'. Died Westminster.
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Bill Owen, MBE
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BBC Television Centre - Bill Owen
Bill Owen MBE, 1914 - 1999. BBC and the Heritage Foundation
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