Mike Lowery is a renowned American actor and producer, who has been a part of the entertainment industry for over two decades. He is best known for his roles in the comedy films “Bad Boys” (1995), “Bad Boys II” (2003) and “Bad Boys for Life” (2020). He also starred in the action-thriller “Men in Black” (1997) and its sequels, “Men in Black II” (2002) and “Men in Black: International” (2019). Lowery has also produced numerous films, including “The Trip to Italy” (2014) and “The Cloverfield Paradox” (2018).
Early Life and Education
Lowery was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on July 25, 1965. His mother, Marcia Jean (née Harris), was a teacher, and his father, William Lowery, was an electrical engineer. He has two younger brothers, William and Eric. Lowery was raised in a strict Christian household, and he attended a Catholic school in Philadelphia.
Lowery graduated from Thomas Edison High School in 1983, and he went on to attend New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. While at NYU, Lowery studied acting, and he was a member of the school’s sketch comedy group, “The New Group”. After graduating from NYU in 1987, Lowery moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in acting and producing.
Career
Lowery began his professional career in 1990, when he made his television debut in an episode of the NBC sitcom “The Golden Girls”. He went on to appear in a number of television series, including “Cheers”, “Mad About You”, and “Seinfeld”. In 1995, Lowery made his feature film debut in the buddy cop comedy “Bad Boys”, alongside Will Smith. The film was a huge success, and it launched Lowery’s career as an actor and producer.
In 1997, Lowery starred in the science fiction action-thriller “Men in Black”, alongside Tommy Lee Jones. The film was a critical and commercial success, and it spawned two sequels: “Men in Black II” (2002) and “Men in Black: International” (2019). In 2003, Lowery reprised his role as Detective Mike Lowery in the sequel to “Bad Boys”, titled “Bad Boys II”. The film was another success for Lowery, and it grossed over $273 million worldwide.
In addition to his acting career, Lowery has also produced a number of films, including “The Trip to Italy” (2014), “The Cloverfield Paradox” (2018), and “The King of Staten Island” (2020). Lowery is currently working on a number of projects, including an untitled Bad Boys 4, which is set to be released in 2021.
Personal Life
Lowery is married to actress Enuka Okuma, whom he met on the set of the television series “Earth: Final Conflict” (1997-2002). The couple has two sons, William and Jacob. Lowery is an active philanthropist, and he has been involved in a number of charities and organizations, including the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF).
Awards and Accolades
Lowery has received numerous awards and accolades for his work in the entertainment industry. He has been nominated for two Golden Globe Awards and three Screen Actors Guild Awards, and he has won two MTV Movie Awards for his performances in “Men in Black” (1997) and “Bad Boys II” (2003).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mike Lowery's background?
Mike Lowery was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on July 25, 1965. He was raised in a strict Christian household, and he attended a Catholic school in Philadelphia. He graduated from Thomas Edison High School in 1983, and he went on to attend New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts.
What films has Mike Lowery been in?
Mike Lowery has been in a number of films, including “Bad Boys” (1995), “Bad Boys II” (2003), “Men in Black” (1997) and its sequels, “Men in Black II” (2002) and “Men in Black: International” (2019).
What films has Mike Lowery produced?
Mike Lowery has produced numerous films, including “The Trip to Italy” (2014) and “The Cloverfield Paradox” (2018). He is currently working on a number of projects, including an untitled Bad Boys 4, which is set to be released in 2021.
What awards has Mike Lowery won?
Mike Lowery has won two MTV Movie Awards for his performances in “Men in Black” (1997) and “Bad Boys II” (2003). He has also been nominated for two Golden Globe Awards and three Screen Actors Guild Awards.
What charities is Mike Lowery involved in?
Mike Lowery is an active philanthropist, and he is involved in a number of charities and organizations, including the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF).
Is Mike Lowery married?
Yes, Mike Lowery is married to actress Enuka Okuma. The couple has two sons, William and Jacob.
Where did Mike Lowery go to school?
Mike Lowery went to school in Philadelphia. He graduated from Thomas Edison High School in 1983, and he went on to attend New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts.