Rob Lowe

Robert Hepler Lowe, known as Rob Lowe, made his acting debut at the age of 15 with the short-lived sitcom A New Kind of Family. He quickly gained prominence as a member of the Brat Pack with notable roles in The Outsiders, St. Elmo's Fire, and About Last Night. Despite a sex tape scandal in the late 1980s, Lowe's career saw a resurgence at the turn of the millennium with breakthrough roles in The West Wing, Brothers & Sisters, Parks and Recreation, and 9-1-1: Lone Star. In addition to acting, his professional forays include television presenting, filmmaking, and podcast hosting. He has also tried his hand at directing with the television film The Bad Seed in 2018.

Lowe had a traditional American upbringing, raised in Dayton, Ohio, before moving to Malibu, California. His journey into acting began at the age of 12, landing his first professional acting role in a Sherlock Holmes play. Lowe faced personal struggles throughout his career, particularly with alcoholism. He quit drinking in 1990 and completed an alcohol rehabilitation program, marking a turning point in his personal life and career. In his later career, Lowe transitioned from the big screen to television roles, leading to successful roles and a positive critical reception.