Childhood and Education Journey of Rob Lowe in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Rob Lowe, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Rob Lowe is an American actor and filmmaker who rose to fame in the 1980s as a teen idol and a member of the "Brat Pack," starring in films like *The Outsiders*, *St. Elmo's Fire*, and *About Last Night...*. A sex tape scandal in 1988 negatively impacted his career. Later, he took supporting roles in comedies like *Wayne's World*, *Tommy Boy*, and *Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me*.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1983: Met Sheryl Berkoff on a blind date

In 1983, Rob Lowe met Sheryl Berkoff on a blind date.

1990: Quit drinking and completed rehab program

In 1990, Rob Lowe decided to quit drinking and completed an alcohol rehabilitation program, maintaining sobriety ever since.

1991: Married Sheryl Berkoff

In 1991, Rob Lowe married Sheryl Berkoff, a former makeup artist.

1993: Birth of Matthew Edward Lowe

In 1993, Rob Lowe and Sheryl Berkoff welcomed their first son, Matthew Edward Lowe.

1995: Birth of John Owen Lowe

In 1995, Rob Lowe and Sheryl Berkoff welcomed their second son, John Owen Lowe.

1995: Georgia raised the age of consent

In 1995, the age of consent in Georgia was raised to 16.

2000: Spokesman for Lee National Denim Day

In 2000, Rob Lowe became the first male spokesman for the Lee National Denim Day fundraiser, which raises money for breast cancer research and education.

2003: Mother died of breast cancer

In late 2003, Rob Lowe's mother died of breast cancer.

July 6, 2006: Mass resignation at Santa Barbara News-Press

On July 6, 2006, Rob Lowe's protest over the appearance of his empty lot's address in the Santa Barbara News-Press precipitated a mass resignation of senior employees at that newspaper.

June 2021: Lowe's surprise gift to his wife

In June 2021, as a surprise birthday present to his wife, Rob Lowe fulfilled her dream to be a contestant with him and their children on Celebrity Family Feud.

2025: Criticized lack of support for the film industry

In 2025, Rob Lowe said he declined an unspecified television series because it was going to film in New York. He criticized the lack of support for the film industry in Los Angeles and the United States.