Many young stars were rising in Hollywood during the 1980s. It was one of the most critical decades in movie production due to its switch from focusing on films directed at adults to tween and teen flicks.
The '80s was an excellent decade for young movie fans. However, some movie stars, including Rob Lowe, had less fun, especially after journalist David Blum labeled them "The Brat Pack" in 1985.
Here's how Rob Lowe went from being a Brat Packer to being a family man and changed how he was perceived in Hollywood.
The Humble Origins of the Lowes
The term "Hollywood Icon" didn't always apply to Rob Lowe.
He was born in Charlottesville, Virginia, on March 17, 1964, but spent most of his childhood living in Dayton, Ohio.
Related: The Brat Pack: Dissension in the Ranks
His dad was a lawyer, and his mom was a teacher.
When he was still a baby,...
The '80s was an excellent decade for young movie fans. However, some movie stars, including Rob Lowe, had less fun, especially after journalist David Blum labeled them "The Brat Pack" in 1985.
Here's how Rob Lowe went from being a Brat Packer to being a family man and changed how he was perceived in Hollywood.
The Humble Origins of the Lowes
The term "Hollywood Icon" didn't always apply to Rob Lowe.
He was born in Charlottesville, Virginia, on March 17, 1964, but spent most of his childhood living in Dayton, Ohio.
Related: The Brat Pack: Dissension in the Ranks
His dad was a lawyer, and his mom was a teacher.
When he was still a baby,...
- 6/11/2024
- by Jessica Kosinski
- TVfanatic
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