Rob Lowe and his son John Owen have both pursued careers in the entertainment industry, with John Owen appearing on his father's hit show, "The West Wing."
Rob Lowe and his son John Owen have forged their own paths in the entertainment industry, each finding success in their respective fields. John Owen has starred in several films and television shows, while Rob Lowe has had a long and successful career in both film and television, including his iconic role as Sam Seaborn in "The West Wing." However, despite their family connection, John Owen did not inherit his father's passion for acting and was not initially drawn to the profession.
In fact, when John Owen appeared in an episode of "The West Wing" during its first four seasons, he was less than enthusiastic about the experience. He admitted that he felt "annoyed and uncomfortable" while filming scenes due to the strict dress code and the unfamiliar environment. Despite his initial discomfort, John Owen has since grown to appreciate his time on the show and has become a big fan of the political drama.
During an episode of Rob Lowe's SiriusXM podcast, "Literally with Rob Lowe," John Owen expressed his admiration for his father's performance in "The West Wing," calling it "the famous episode" and noting that it is widely regarded as one of the best episodes of the series. Rob Lowe confirmed that the episode, titled "Noël," is a fan favorite and features Richard Schiff's Emmy Award-winning performance.
John Owen vividly recalled playing chess with Martin Sheen, who portrayed President Josiah "Jed" Bartlet in the series, during his time on set. Rob Lowe also commented that it was a memorable experience for his son to play chess with the iconic actor.
Despite his success in the entertainment industry, Rob Lowe has admitted to feeling undervalued during his time on "The West Wing." He compared the experience to an unhealthy relationship and noted that he wanted to protect his children from similar situations in the future. Despite his negative feelings towards the show at the time, Lowe has since appeared in two episodes of the final season and joined the cast for an HBO special in 2020.
While John Owen did not pursue a career in acting, he has found success in other areas of the entertainment industry. He is now a musician and has released several albums. Rob Lowe has expressed pride in his son's accomplishments and has supported his musical endeavors.
Both Rob Lowe and John Owen continue to pursue their passions in the entertainment industry, demonstrating the diverse talents of the Lowe family. Despite their different pursuits, they share a bond of creativity and support for each other's endeavors.
