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Melissa Gilbert Reflects on Turbulent Romance with Rob Lowe

8/1/2025

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Melissa Gilbert opened up about her intense six-year romance with Rob Lowe, starting when she was just 17. Battling jealousy over his skyrocketing fame and the allure of other women, she emerged stronger and wiser. Today, Gilbert is happily married to Timothy Busfield, while Lowe has found lasting love since 1991.

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Melissa Gilbert opened up about her intense six-year romance with Rob Lowe, starting when she was just 17. Battling jealousy over his skyrocketing fame and the allure of other women, she emerged stronger and wiser. Today, Gilbert is happily married to Timothy Busfield, while Lowe has found lasting love since 1991.