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Rob Lowe Recalls Shocking Fame After The Outsiders Debut
18 Sep
Summary
- Rob Lowe's social status shifted dramatically after The Outsiders.
- He went from uncool theater kid to dealing with stalker fans.
- The 1983 film signaled a boom in youth-focused movies.
Rob Lowe reflects on how his social status changed "overnight" after his feature film debut in the 1983 hit, The Outsiders. He described himself as a "mini adult" and a "really young careerist" during his teenage years.
Lowe's journey began in Dayton, Ohio, with summer stock theater, moving to California after his parents' divorce. He recalled his transition to Santa Monica High School and his dedication to acting, which clashed with the "cool kids" culture. His role in The Outsiders, alongside other young stars under Francis Ford Coppola's direction, catapulted him to sudden fame.
He detailed the dramatic shift from being unpopular to girls breaking into his home. The film's success also coincided with a broader "explosion of youth in movies and TV," a concept previously unfamiliar to many. Lowe's upcoming projects include "The Third Parent" and a romantic comedy with Cameron Diaz.
