Katie Lowes achieved widespread recognition for her pivotal role as Quinn Perkins in the critically acclaimed ABC political drama series Scandal, created by Shonda Rhimes. She was a central figure throughout the show’s entire run from 2012 to 2018, appearing in 124 episodes. Prior to her breakout success on Scandal, Lowes built a robust television resume, including appearances in other Shonda Rhimes productions like Grey’s Anatomy and Private Practice. Her career on screen began in 2004 with a role in the FX series Rescue Me, followed by guest appearances on esteemed series such as The Sopranos, Without a Trace, NCIS, Ghost Whisperer, Castle, Leverage, and The Closer.
In 2018, Lowes made her celebrated Broadway debut, starring in the musical Waitress alongside her husband, Adam Shapiro. More recently, she delivered a compelling performance as Rachel DeLoache Williams in the highly anticipated Netflix miniseries Inventing Anna (2022). The same year, she joined the main cast as Jen Smallwood in the CBS sitcom How We Roll. Demonstrating her commitment to the theatrical community, Lowes co-founded and actively directs the IAMA Theater Company in Los Angeles, which plays a vital role in supporting the local black box theater scene.
Looking ahead, Lowes is slated for an upcoming role as Jill in the anticipated series The Hunting Wives, scheduled for release in 2025.