While Wilson's reps have so far opted not to comment on the media speculation—failing to confirm whether the actor was even home at the time of the call, let alone been hospitalized—the tabloids are claiming that Wilson was admitted to St. John's hospital Sunday afternoon after attempting suicide.

Wilson issued the following statement through his publicist:

"I respectfully ask that the media allow me to receive care and heal in private during this difficult time."

Owen Wilson Hospitalized