Much like his "Unstable" character, John Owen Lowe attempted to separate himself from the family business by studying science technology at Stanford. After graduating, however, he pivoted to writing and acting. His credits include a number of Rob Lowe-starring projects, including writing for "9-1-1: Lone Star" and acting in "The Grinder" and "Holiday in the Wild."
But constantly working with his dad weighed on the younger Lowe. "The proximity to my dad was driving me insane, the idea of never escaping his shadow," John Owen told the Times. "I had a weekly phone call with my manager and agent where they basically served as de facto therapists. I would say, 'I'm going crazy. I'll never separate from him. Is this my destiny?' They would laugh at my pain, but I thought to myself, 'Maybe there's something interesting here, like, this might be a show.'"
With "Unstable," John Owen is using that proximity as a form of catharsis — and securing an executive producer credit can't hurt either. It's also been an unlikely bonding exercise. "It's sweet and rewarding, honestly, to act with him."
