Rob Lowe Celebrates Son’s Milestone with Heartwarming Post

Former teen heartthrob Rob Lowe took to Instagram to honor a milestone — and fans couldn’t stop talking about it. His birthday tribute to his youngest son, John Owen, quickly went viral. Followers marveled at the striking resemblance between father and son.

On November 9, 2025, Lowe shared a heartfelt message for John Owen’s 30th birthday. Alongside his note, he posted a playful photo of his son lounging shirtless with two adorable pups. The post sparked a flood of comments celebrating their jaw-dropping similarities.

Fans Spot the “Clone”

“Happy 30th birthday to you, my beloved JohnOwen!” Lowe wrote. “So very proud of you on so many levels. May your official entry into adulthood bring you the perspective to be nice to me on social media!”

Fans quickly responded. One called John Owen “a little Rob Lowe with Alain Delon looks.” Another commented, “He’s got Dad’s good looks. Happy Birthday to your clone!” The messages kept coming, praising John’s genes and wishing him happiness.

A Hollywood Romance That Lasted

Rob shares John Owen with his wife of 34 years, Sheryl Lowe, 64. She’s been his anchor through addiction, fame, and fatherhood. The couple also has a 32-year-old son, David. Rob first met Sheryl on a blind date in 1983. They reconnected years later on the set of the 1990 thriller Bad Influence.

At the time, Rob struggled with alcohol and drug addiction. Sheryl, a former makeup artist turned jewelry designer, helped him turn his life around. “I had the feeling that if I was ever going to make it work with anybody, it was Sheryl,” he told People.

Rob Lowe and John Owen Lowe attend the Los Angeles premiere of “Grace Point” at Regal LA Live on January 30, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

Sobriety, Family, and Life’s Joys

Now sober, Rob credits his family for his transformation. “I’m happy I lived the life I lived because I have no regrets,” he said. “But I was super ready to coach Little League, carve pumpkins, read books, and serve hot lunch. I really loved every minute of it.”

Despite a long career in Hollywood, Rob insists his greatest role is at home. “My boys are definitely my greatest achievement,” he shared in 2018. “The rest goes to my wife Sheryl, who’s been an amazing partner.”

Father and Son Collaborate

In 2022, Rob and John Owen co-created the Netflix comedy Unstable. Inspired by their witty social media banter, the show follows an introverted son reluctantly working for his eccentric father in the biotech world.

“Oh my God, they’re merciless,” Rob admitted about their online trolling. John Owen’s sharp humor shone, earning him recognition in his own right. Yet behind the jokes, admiration for his father never wavered.

A Bond Built on Love and Resilience

The Lowes’ story extends beyond Hollywood glamour. John Owen has openly discussed his past struggles with addiction. He praised Rob for never giving up on him. Now sober for over three years, John recalls speaking alongside his father at a 12-step meeting as one of his most profound experiences.

From viral moments to personal growth and creative collaboration, Rob and John Owen Lowe embody resilience, family devotion, and unconditional love. Their story shows that some of life’s most meaningful roles happen off-screen.