Bowman graduated with a degree in crime, law & justice. Bowman speaks frequently by phone with former Nittany Lion linebacker LaVar Arrington. The two first met during Arrington's stint with the Washington Redskins, when Bowman was playing at nearby Suitland High School. This friendship, along with their similarity in playing styles, has earned Bowman the nickname "LaVorro".
In 2013, Bowman launched his first annual youth football camp in his hometown of District Heights, Maryland. Bowman, who is engaged, is the father of three children. He is good friends with Kevin Durant.
Bowman made a guest appearance on Spike's Ink Master Season 3 to judge multiple tattoo artists designs. He also made a guest appearance in The League, Season 5 Episode 2 along with the Bucs' Gerald McCoy and J.J. Watt of the Texans