“I love anything by Joan Didion. Incidentally, she was one of the local moms when I was growing up in Point Dume. She always reminded me a little bit of my mother, so I feel a great affinity. I love the precision of Didion's writing. There's a construction and a craftsmanship to her sentences that's imbued with so much emotion.”

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.