22 August 2024

Dewi Pws was a unique character and versatile performer who made an enormous contribution to S4C and Welsh culture.

As a member of leading bands Y Tebot Piws and Edward H Dafis, Dewi Pws came to national prominence. And in 1971 he won the Cân i Gymru competition with the popular song Nwy yn y Nen.

But with his talent for acting and natural mischief, he also made his mark on several iconic productions for S4C. He was well known as Wayne Harries, one of the first characters in Pobol y Cwm from 1974 until 1987, and the comedy film Grand Slam in 1978. And generations of Welsh children will remember him fondly as Y Dyn Creu in the series Miri Mawr and as Islwyn Morgan in the soap opera Rownd a Rownd.

His talent on screen and to life in Wales was invaluable, and he was a hero and inspiration to many of us. He was one of our creative giants as a nation and he will be greatly missed.

Our thoughts are with Dewi Pws' wife, Rhiannon, and his family and friends, and we thank him for his outstanding contribution to various S4C productions over many years.