John Owen Lowe Mercilessly Trolling His Dad on Instagram Led to Unstable

Rob Lowe and John Owen Lowe talk about playing a father-and-son duo in their series Unstable, John Owen Lowe trolling his dad on Instagram and working together on set.
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John Owen Lowe Mercilessly Trolling His Dad on Instagram Led to Unstable - Late Night with Seth Meyers
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[@traceyleroux2343]

stumbled upon this show unstable and the only disappointment was that it was only 8 episodes. It is such a joy to watch Rob Lowe now who has NOT AGED who is absolutely killing this sobriety thing. Such a fan and much respect Sir. Kindness and love from South Africa!

[@shelld1261]

Oh no, is it not being renewed? I watched about 4 1/2 and I so love it! I was hoping there would be another season.

[@traceyleroux2343]

@@shelld1261 Not sure. In the meantime I've gone back to rewatching west wing 😊

[@iCodeSwitch]

​@@shelld1261There's a 2nd season now!

[@shelld1261]

@@iCodeSwitch WHAT?! OH my god! I will totally watch that! Thank you 🙏🏼 You just made my night.🥳

[@iCodeSwitch]

@@shelld1261 It just debuted this week!! I only started the show a few days ago and love it! I was looking for behind the scenes stuff on YT, so figured I'd share the great news ❤️

[@carveylover]

John Owen is a very funny kid. He so charming and handsome just like his dad. I love them together.

[@trac6009]

I couldn't believe how John Owen holds his own along with the entire cast of Unstable! Really enjoyed the show and was surprised at how well written and funny it is!!

[@batintheattic7293]

I love these two. When I watched the brilliant 'Unstable' I didn't watch the titles. I kept thinking, 'Wow. These two are naturals as father and son. And how wild is it that they actually do look a bit like each other!' The writing is fantastic. The chemistry... It's like watching a flame dance about on the bark of a petrol soaked log while the bark still thinks it's in with a chance. Notice - I did not designate roles. It's both of them. Both are, simultaneously, bark AND flame.

[@wickedeye00]

Did you see how his son wiped off the seat before his father sat down. That is a sign of great upbringing and what an awesome young man Rob Lowe has!

[@Hello-Stoiko]

Such a sweet kid!

[@iCodeSwitch]

@@wickedeye00 His trolling is such a clear (and sweet) act. He truly loves his dad 🥰🥰🥰

[@craigkdillon]

That is not an actor sitting there. That is one very proud dad. I don't think I have ever seen a dad as proud as that in my life. Wonderful to see. BTW -- I am not a Rob Lowe fan.

[@leosanalien9904]

Come on John Owen, no burner accounts.

[@marialewis6432]

How could anyone NOT like Rob Lowe??

[@craigkdillon]

@@marialewis6432 I meant as an actor, not a person. Never really noticed him, that is all. I cannot think of one Rob Lowe film, or character.

[@mitze888]

I've been in love with Rob Lowe since the 80s and nothing has changed (including Rob). "Unstable" is hilarious and fun - such a good "cleanse" from all the crime shows. Thank you for this!

[@anjayl]

Ted Lasso is a formidable cleanse as well if you haven't watched yet.

[@mitze888]

@@anjayl Yes, I LOVE Ted Lasso!

[@amberzheena]

Yep

[@firequeen2194]

Ditto. Why do some people just get better with age? 😍

[@annakaricole9368]

Binge watched Unstable.... PLEASE PLEASE everyone make them make more... love it... absolutely perfect.

[@iCodeSwitch]

There's a 2nd season now!

[@randomlibra]

It's cool how he lets his kid have the spotlight.

[@wephilips6651]

Yeah I love me some nepotism. Take that talented hard-working poor people without connections!! The millionaire is going to make even more money because his dad is famous! Woooo

[@MrDanieloneill]

@@wephilips6651 The bootlickers responding to ya, lol.

[@lone982]

@@wephilips6651 that may be the case. However, John Owen wrote it and acted in it. I binged it in one night... I found it entertaining.

[@carinalindberg7377]

​@@wephilips6651 Jealously won't get you anywhere in life. It looks quite ugly on whoever it is that wears it. There's nothing wrong with following in someone's footsteps or use your contacts. He's talented, funny, cute and he's got charisma and clearly he's got a head in his shoulders.

[@missmayette]

He's a good dad. He definitely loves his kids.

[@cristinashields2740]

Rob Lowe is LOVING to pass the torch to his son. Proud dad there and humble kind son. Those parents did something right

[@tboorer]

I'm 3 minutes into the new Netflix series, Unstable, and I just spat my lunch out laughing. This is not good; it's brilliant! 😅

[@enidwellness100]

Really! I’ll check it out :) first I hear of it.

[@disneymama]

Great father/son moments! What a great relationship they have.

[@lb5368]

I love how much fun Seth is having here😂 Guess I have to try "Unstable" now!

[@BettyCooper777]

Unstable is so good. The writing is great. It's unpredictable, hilarious, diverse and even the unlikeable characters are somewhat likable and multidimensional. I hope it gets renewed for another season.

[@iCodeSwitch]

The 2nd season just debuted!

[@robbielex]

I watched the first 3 episodes so far and had more than a few laugh out loud moments. Excellent comedy.

[@ianstewart8301]

So cool Rob has had this long career and his funny side is cool

[@Chrissyhappy]

They have a wonderful relationship. So funny together…goals..

[@wephilips6651]

Goals? Lol yeah I too aspire to have my dad hand me a career

[@davidturner4987]

Just binged the entire show in one night and can't wait for a second season.

[@iCodeSwitch]

Netflix just added a 2nd season!! One would think I worked for their marketing team or something 😂 I was just looking for BTS stuff on YT and I'm so happy to spread the great news

[@TheOriginalDeckBoy]

The show is awesome.. thoroughly recommend it.

[@We_Reddit]

Rob's been in a lots of things, but he will always be recognized for his part in the West Wing. What a great show that stands the test of time.

[@archeredutainment8453]

Yes, a great series - unstable. Fabulous writing, fabulous casting of talent, great production.

[@gracecase998]

Unstable is great. I binged the whole thing in two nights, I never binge. Highly recommend. So funny and clever actors all around.

[@nickvegas8529]

I've also never watched West Wing and watched Parks and Rec before Rob was on and still continued to watch it.

[@Lolgrilsonhandle]

This show was great, they are great playing off each other.

[@EthanKristopherHartley]

I sat and watched the series back to back without realising until I reached the end. After seeing the toxic environments created by multiple CEOs - especially "visionary" ones, the Unstable universe feels so clean and fun. Thank you to the Lowes for a great show! 👏😁

[@EightPieceBox]

Probably the Parks&Rec influence

[@ShannonJacobs0]

Watch the google censor this comment triggered by the more intrusive ads! GIGO KZbin has become the primary vector of civilization's destruction. Congrats to the advertisers!

[@lone982]

The West Wing is still, after all this time, the best TV series ever. John Owen is missing out...

[@mikewhite4560]

MASH?

[@kenmettler766]

About last night also

[@mikewhite4560]

@@kenmettler766 Ken, that's a Movie

[@lone982]

@Some Guy All opinions are subjective...otherwise they would be called facts... I like Seinfeld, but sometimes its a bit cringe...and popular doesn't mean best.

[@kelammo]

To be fair, Rob has made it through plenty of tabloid fodder.. I love that he & his son get along so well. That’s awesome.

[@NativeIntelligenceCheckMyDJmix]

by accident or by purpose, we always troll the one's we love

[@haileyrigsby5209]

Lol I loved how the whole interview was just of them both insulting Rob Lowe…💀

[@TheManCone]

John Lowe looks like Ewan McGregor and Franki Muniz, Obi-Wan and Malcom in the middle had a love child.

[@catiagoncalves2590]

I love Rob lowe!! And the netflix show is so cool. It should have a new serie!

[@geniushisfriends1260]

Loved this interview. Great actors.

[@vsquare5653]

Love the show and watched several episodes. I then realized John is Rob’s son. So cool!! With so many negatives being thrown at us, it’s good to laugh :)

[@suzannecodd2588]

Loved the series! Both were just brilliant

[@terryann113]

I love that he's so classy he let his son sit first chair lol 😆

[@Alfareon]

John Lowe is fucking hilarious

[@Quantum-Omega]

Lol clever, and a great show, Rob Lowe has remained awesome throughout his entire career and his son is a chip off the old block.

[@mikewhite4560]

Good Book too....

[@Quantum-Omega]

@@mikewhite4560 you're not wrong. . Maybe

[@ShannonJacobs0]

Watch the google censor this comment triggered by the more intrusive ads! GIGO KZbin has become the primary vector of civilization's destruction. Congrats to the advertisers!

[@shady_panda]

I miss Chris Traeger.

[@ravenouscadaver8]

*points* Ann Perkins!

[@mitze888]

He did say "literally" on "Unstable." 😂

[@RavenclawNimbus]

I *lit’rally* love that guy Not a big fan of Rob himself tho, I think he may be a republican. :/

[@mitze888]

@@RavenclawNimbus Noooooooo! Say it ain't so! 😔

[@RavenclawNimbus]

@@mitze888 I think it is, if you want you can look it up.

[@ili626]

This nepo problem is tough to solve isn’t it? I mean, on one hand, I’m all for father and son bonding. I imagine Rob’s venture into acting must’ve been much more challenging. From Wikipedia: Lowe got his first professional acting role in 1976 when he was 12 and still living in Dayton. He played an errand boy in a production of Sherlock Holmes at the Wright State University summer theater. He landed the part by calling every local theater and asking each if there was a part for a child in a play. Lowe was paid $150 for the role.

[@gregorywilson9577]

The whole “nepo problem” is ridiculous. Kids generally follow in their parent’s footsteps career wise. Be it a mechanic, doctor, or actor…trades usually run along family lines. They’ve had access to the field from childhood, they SHOULD be better equipped for that field. I don’t understand why it’s awful an actor/singer’s kids become actors/singers but ok (even expected) in absolutely any other profession

[@user-zl6xh5vf2u]

Loved the series Unstable. Hopefully iit there willbe more in the future.

[@purpleluna8413]

Just finished watching Unstable, loved it and Binged watched it! Absolutely love Rob Lowe he just gets better and better (watching 911 Lone star) Loved watching John Owen he is fantastic, he really holds his own and loved his character, so good to watch them together ❤️ Also loved Luna she was so funny and so awkward, but so cute Their relationship is ao good and the insta bites from John Owen are hilarous 😂😂😂

[@artel6225]

❤their dynamic 😂😂😂

[@VieenRennes]

The show is cute and this interview is hilarious.

[@scottteague3738]

The Grinder, still one of my favorite network comedies in the past 20 years.

[@suebeeo]

As a fan since the Tiger Beat days, I'm always excited for Rob's successes... but this is a special one

[@ZeeCeeCreations]

Best interview ever!

[@aimeerice4687]

Lol, my older son just told me I need to watch this show. 😅

[@The_Infamous_Boogyman]

John Owen looks like Rob had a baby with Howdy Doody

[@dolcepeter]

Glad this kid is a writer bc he is hilarious!!!

[@olepammy5830]

Really enjoying Unstable. Very funny and quirky.

[@diandiaz9026]

I actually binge the show and I love it but I will say I love Rob Lowe’s character on Lonestar even better

[@bluedancelilly]

Rob is a good sport which says a lot about him. And he let his on take the spotlight. A narcissist would not be like that. Its more of a father-son banter. Its clear there is a lot of love and respect between these two.

[@mrsahussain]

Rob Lowe was great on "Brothers and Sisters"

[@Darcey-t4s]

Rob.looks good always

[@mikewhite4560]

Great INTERVIEW.....

[@withalittlehelpfrom3]

When Seth asked about John Owen's favorite West Wing moment, I thought he'd say "When Rob left the show, that was the best part by far. Then he came back at the end and it got terrible again."

[@rudymarquez1939]

I love this! Fave is Rob in Tommy Boy.

[@AndreaAvila78]

❤ They're adorable!

[@Me-on1tq]

He has a reason to be narcissistic..he's the best

[@TheMcpherson4]

Loved this.

[@allthingsying2336]

You can tell they really love and have a good relationship ❤

[@lucasp1185]

first time a history when a dad pushing 60 is better looking than their 20 year old son

[@Hello-Stoiko]

Well the father was truly quite stunning in his youth. His son has his brilliant eyes; I think he’s really cute, the boyish look that his father didn’t have.

[@shelld1261]

Nope, son is better looking. Rob Lowe looks more like a living Ken doll. His son looks human.

[@colombianatalia]

That's unnecessarily mean hahahaha

[@kitchennutritionwithmammag1008]

AGREED must be that Atkins diet

[@kelammo]

He’s Rob Lowe.. even at 80 he will be beautiful. Watch Youngblood w/ him & Patrick Swayze. Keanu is in it too

[@Hello-Stoiko]

The parents here may relate to this: did you guys see when Rob rubbed his son’s ear affectionately?

[@blakrumba]

Yay! Father-Son duo 😂❤ We love it.

[@larsonfamilyhouse]

We need season 2 of The Lowe Files!

[@kellyrappleye9510]

Shoot. I have NOT watched the show. But. HOTDAM. Just this bit reminds me of our three week family trip from hell in the summer of 1999…. That my younger sisters and I legit think we need to write a novel about. 😂

[@MistressOnyaCox]

I'm still waiting for project ⭐✨ #RobLowe as dad to #IanSomerhalder & #ZachEfron #CSA

[@reneekad]

I get the father son thing now but I have a separate life (had one) outside of whatever lore there was. Look forward to getting back to that asap.

[@yew2oob954]

I can't believe a greaser like Soda would have a Socs for a son!!

[@AtypicalPaul]

Great new show! Didn't know that was his son. Wow. Cool

[@semievilsquirrel]

Rob is still so good looking!! 😍 Also, loving that suit and shoes....

[@tamaramartin4015]

This was a kick 😂😂

[@kaywood_official]

Gotta love that nepotism

[@treborretsnom6186]

Great show

[@numbandintheend]

AWWW he’s so good in Parks and Rec! I couldn’t care less about Rashida Jones, but “Ann Perkins!” My ex and I loved his character and it was such a sentimental thing! Also, I understand not wanting to watch him in the west wing.. but that’s unfortunate.

[@nicolamcguinness8689]

Ken Curtis and Hank worden talk about john ford and john Wayne

[@kitchennutritionwithmammag1008]

His son is J. LOWE...had to do it lol

[@elisecode2212]

he calls him rob?

[@erikcareswellthevoiceofrea8298]

Lucky lucky Nepo Babies, while the rest of us struggle along against impossible odds to succeed in the biz. Yayy...

[@erikcareswellthevoiceofrea8298]

@@jeniferdouglas lolz more than you Karen.. err Jenifer.

[@steveconn]

Did he sort of anagram his name to cover the nepotism?

[@alanwong8195]

Name another US talk show host who would work "disabused" into an interview.

[@gabriellewilder501]

Perfect example of a nepo baby man and a helicopter parent falling on their sword to promote him

[@bubblesezblonde]

Loved it

[@bluntdude]

You can tell John is a good one cause he did a karate kid reference!

[@batintheattic7293]

Hah! Is that the bar, now?

[@julealero7689]

Rob looks the same since the 80s lol.

[@tempospeed]

I enjoy shopping at Lowes

[@reneekad]

Still oh so grateful for coffee every morning. Stay humble! Be grateful! Not great.

[@mariarenee777]

Please please translate Unstable in German! I was such a great Rob Lowe Fan since the early 80s and I would love to see this asap! Unfortunately I can't understand everything 😪

[@DynamicUnoTea]

He looks more like Frankie Muniz than Rob Lowe...

[@breatheinthepinkair]

Nepo Baby

[@leah6820-y9v]

He's gotta humble him. Some of those comments are kinda creepy. Did John have to watch The Outsiders in school?

[@Emanon...]

Oh cute, now we're showing off the Nepos at talkshows.

[@c016smith52]

You should watch the show, nepo-baby or not the guy is pretty talented actor and writer. (FWIW)

[@MatterBucker]

@@c016smith52 yea, but that’s the whole reason people don’t like nepotism, I’m sure he’s very talented & all that but for every John Lowe there is hundreds of other just as talented actors & writers that didn’t get their “lucky” break because they weren’t as rich &/or well connected in the industry & more often then not would get over looked & get their future “lucky”break taken by some nepo baby just because they know someone who knows someone. Also a nepo baby would get a hell of a lot more chances to fail than a non-nepo, a non- nepo would be lucky to get one chance to fail, & that’s the problem

[@dannynysus]

I know, right?? We need more guests who made it purely on talent and hard work with no familial connections like Michael Douglas, Kate Hudson, Drew Barrymore, Liv Tyler, Charlie Sheen, Jane Fonda, Ben Stiller, and Emilio Estevez

[@RubyDoobieScoo]

@@MatterBucker it just sounds like a bunch of pathetic people getting mad because they've convinced themselves that the only reason they haven't succeeded is because of nepo-babies rather than the fact that they just suck.

[@dannynysus]

Oh, and speaking of actors who had ZERO unfair advantages: Gwyneth Paltrow, Jennifer Aniston, Angelina Jolie, George Clooney, Jamie Lee Curtis, Rashida Jones, Laura Dern, Mariska Hargitay, Chris Pine, Dakota Johnson, Carrie Fisher, Anjelica Huston, Kiefer Sutherland, Miley Cyrus,...

[@nugboy420]

Damn they look so freaking similar haha

[@JesusSaves77799]

I don’t think they look much alike!

[@likebot.]

Did Matt Damon's son and Rob Lowe's son get switched at birth?

[@pamr4040]

❤

[@Almaltz]

I've never seen West Wing either, I'm just not interested. But Rob Lowe was the bad guy in my favorite movie Wayne's World so hopefully they balance out.

[@shelld1261]

Oh my god, I forgot about Wayne’s world! That was awesome 😂

[@biggtrux]

John would make a great Archie from the comic book.

[@edwardlow7554]

So Rob Lowe doesn't have a son and he just brings on John John Mulaney's son??

[@brendaleigh7834]

Rib Lowe is a good sport. His son is a spoilt passive agressive. Neither of the sons are good looking like Rob.

[@gabriellewilder501]

So grateful to KZbin for allowing me to comment . There is absolutely nothing humorous in this lack of caring, critical and scathing exchanges between these two (Lowe & son). Life on this planet is literally dying from the lack of kindness and integrity in the human race. Never to late to change and he part of the solution