Rob Lowe celebrates 25 years of sobriety

Rob Lowe opened up about his sobriety and thanked wife Sheryl for her support. Photo: Getty Images

Rob Lowe shared a touching message on social media over the weekend about his longstanding struggle with drug and alcohol abuse and promised those fighting a similar battle that there is 'hope' at the end of the tunnel.

"To those struggling with addiction, there is true, real, hope. Twenty-five years ago today, I found recovery and a life of promise. #Grateful," the 50-year-old actor tweeted.

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The Austin Powers star went on to thank his wife, Sheryl, along with all the other mothers out there for their support.

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"To @Sheryllowe61 and all the beautiful, dedicated, supportive and loving mothers out there: thank you and bless you. #LOVE."

Rob and Sheryl, who have been married since 1991, have two children together, Matthew, 21, and John, 19.

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