Ali Arsalan
Actor Rob Lowe has revealed some insights about his time on the hit TV show “The West Wing.” He played the role of deputy communications director Sam Seaborn for the show’s first four seasons. Surprisingly, he left the series after Season 4, even though the show was very successful and had won several awards.
While his departure was initially explained as a professional choice due to his character’s reduced role, Lowe’s recent comments hint that there might be more to the story.
Rob Lowe Opens Up About Departure from “The West Wing” in Candid Podcast Interview
In a recent podcast conversation, Rob Lowe shared his candid thoughts about his time on the iconic show “The West Wing.” The actor, who played Sam Seaborn, didn’t hold back as he described leaving the series as “the best thing I ever did” and characterized his experience as “a super unhealthy relationship.”
Lowe expressed feeling undervalued and emphasized that he did not have a positive time on the show. While no specific reason was mentioned during the interview, rumors of a salary dispute have swirled around his departure.
Rob Lowe’s Departure from ‘The West Wing’ Deemed Friendly
Warner Brothers Television and John Wells Productions released an official statement affirming that Lowe’s departure was managed harmoniously. Following his exit, Lowe found success in various roles, including appearances in “Brothers & Sisters,” “Parks and Recreation,” “The Grinder,” and “Code Black.” Currently, he stars in the Netflix comedy “Unstable” and plays firefighter Owen Strand on the Fox drama “9-1-1: Lone Star.”
Interestingly, despite his initial sentiments, Lowe did return for the show’s final episode in 2006.