Stories I Only Tell My Friends: An Autobiography

Rob Lowe

Apr 2011 · Sold by Henry Holt and Company

About this ebook

Actor Rob Lowe's memoir presents a wryly funny and surprisingly moving account of an extraordinary life lived almost entirely in the public eye.

A teen idol at fifteen, an international icon and founder of the Brat Pack at twenty, and one of Hollywood's top stars to this day, Rob Lowe chronicles his experiences as a painfully misunderstood child actor in Ohio uprooted to the wild counterculture of mid-seventies Malibu, where he embarked on his unrelenting pursuit of a career in Hollywood.

The Outsiders placed Lowe at the birth of the modern youth movement in the entertainment industry. During his time on The West Wing, he witnessed the surreal nexus of show business and politics both on the set and in the actual White House. And in between are deft and humorous stories of the wild excesses that marked the eighties, leading to his quest for family and sobriety.

Never mean-spirited or salacious, Lowe delivers unexpected glimpses into his successes, disappointments, relationships, and one-of-a-kind encounters with people who shaped our world over the last twenty-five years. Rob Lowe's New York Times bestselling autobiography, Stories I Only Tell My Friends, shares tales that are as entertaining as they are unforgettable.

Ratings and reviews

I thought it was an excellent book depicting a man's ability to chase a dream, battle his demons, network, overcome obstacles, and make a life for himself as well as those he loves. I am again reminded of the difference of public imagine versus reality. Rob Lowe reminds me again the importance of friendship and who you know.

For anyone who grew up in the era of the "Brat Pack," this is a fun read. Both funny and insightful, I think most will enjoy the stories of an amazing journey. The true inspiration, in my opinion, comes from watching Rob grow into the confident person outside of the public image. He's taken his lumps, shared them, owned them, and came out on top.

Every story he shares I end up sharing with friends, family or coworkers. ..always starting with "did you know that rob lowe....this book is well written and I like how the famous person's name is withheld until the end of the story. I'm going to watch all his movies.

About the author

Rob Lowe began his acting career at the age of eight in local television and theater. After his family relocated to Los Angeles, Lowe began his national acting career starring in the ABC television series “A New Kind of Family.” In May 2010, Rob Lowe joined the cast of NBC’s “Parks and Recreation” where he played the role of Chris Traeger. His television work also includes a three-episode appearance on Showtime’s “Californication,” in which Lowe plays unpredictable, megawatt movie star Eddie Nero. Preceding his move to “Parks and Recreation,” Lowe stared in the ABC-TV hit series “Brothers & Sisters.”. Additionally, for four seasons (from 1999 – 2003) Lowe starred as Sam Seaborn on Hit NBC drama “The West Wing.” His performance in the show garnered Lowe an Emmy nomination, as well as two Golden Globe nominations for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series. He was nominated three times for the Screen Actors Guild award, winning twice. In September of 2005 Lowe made his West End debut starring in Aaron Sorkin’s “A Few Good Men”, receiving rave reviews at the Royal Haymarket Theatre in London. In 2006, Lowe starred in the hit satire “Thank You for Smoking”. In Spring of 2011 Rob Lowe added author to his credits with the release of his very first memoir Stories I Only Tell my Friend: An Autobiography. Complete with adolescent anecdotes, Rob Lowe shares astoundingly personable excerpts as he recalls his encounters, experiences, and the audition that changed his life forever.