Rob Lowe Reveals Surprising 80s Romance with Demi Moore

Rob Lowe recently opened up about a short-lived romance with fellow Brat Pack member Demi Moore, revealing that the two had a brief fling nearly 40 years ago during their rise to fame in the 1980s. Now 60, Lowe shared details about his past connection with Moore, 61, during an appearance on Kelly Ripa’s Let’s Talk Off Camera podcast.

Ripa asked Lowe if he had ever had a “crush” on Moore or shared any romantic involvement within the Brat Pack, the iconic group of young actors that dominated the big screen during the ’80s. The group, which included stars like Emilio Estevez, Andrew McCarthy, Judd Nelson, and Ally Sheedy, became closely associated with films like St. Elmo’s Fire and The Breakfast Club.

Lowe responded candidly, admitting, “Demi and I briefly — I’m not telling tales out of school — we briefly had a thing.” He explained that their fling occurred during their time in the Brat Pack, and while the relationship was short-lived, it remains a memorable part of his past. Lowe also poked fun at the situation, joking that it was a “big, big” group romance among the St. Elmo’s Fire cast.

In reflecting on the Brat Pack era, Lowe expressed his dislike for the term, stating that he believes it was “designed to belittle” the group and hurt their careers. Despite this, the actor and his co-stars became defining figures of 1980s cinema, with St. Elmo’s Fire being one of their most notable films. Lowe and Moore played key roles in the romantic drama, which explored the lives and relationships of a group of recent college graduates.

While Lowe and Moore’s romance was brief, both actors went on to lead successful careers and personal lives. Moore has been a prominent figure in Hollywood, starring in films like Ghost and A Few Good Men, while Lowe has enjoyed a diverse acting career, including roles in hit TV shows like Parks and Recreation and The West Wing.

Lowe, who has been married to Sheryl Berkoff since 1991, continues to enjoy life in the spotlight, balancing his career with family life. Berkoff, a successful makeup artist, and Lowe have two children together and have been a solid Hollywood couple for over three decades.

Lowe’s reflection on his brief romance with Moore offers a nostalgic glimpse into the Brat Pack days, when a group of young actors ruled the silver screen and formed lasting friendships—and, occasionally, fleeting romances.