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Did You Know Rob Lowe’s 1988 Scandal Involved a 16-Year-Old Girl?

Actor Rob Lowe faced a career-shaking controversy in 1988 when a sex tape surfaced showing him with a 16-year-old girl in an Atlanta hotel room. The encounter occurred during the Democratic National Convention, where Lowe had attended political events before the recording. When the tape was leaked, it became one of the first celebrity scandals of the modern tabloid era. Authorities investigated the case, and Lowe faced charges of sexual exploitation of a minor, but the girl’s family declined to cooperate, and the charges were later dropped. To avoid further legal trouble, Lowe completed 20 hours of community service. Despite the damaging headlines, Lowe made a surprising comeback years later, rebuilding his image with roles in The West Wing and Parks and Recreation. The incident remains one of Hollywood’s earliest lessons on how fame can both destroy and revive reputations. #RobLowe #1988Scandal #HollywoodHistory #CelebrityControversy #FilmIndustry #ChaunceyDatGuy