“I had had some successes in the '90s, always made money, but the truth was I was like a man pushing a boulder up a hill. A huge, heavy, difficult boulder made up of some career mistakes, projects that didn't meet expectations, and twenty years of being a known quantity.”

American actor and activist of the 1980s and beyond, Lowe is best known for his roles in blockbuster films like *Top Gun* and *The Outsiders*, where he brought a blend of charisma and vulnerability to his characters. Beyond acting, he has been a consistent voice for environmental and political causes, using his platform to advocate for issues like climate change and public service.