Chad Lowe daughter Fiona Hepler Lowe has died at the age of 13, the Emmy-winning actor and his wife, producer Kim Painter, confirmed in a joint statement to People magazine on Tuesday, September 30, 2026.
“We are deeply heartbroken by the loss of our beloved Fiona,” the couple said. “She was a loving young girl who was smart, creative and loved to dance. She was adored by her sisters and she was deeply loved by her parents. In fact, she was the light of our lives. Her passing is devastating for our entire family and we ask for prayers and privacy at this time.”
Fiona, who was born on November 16, 2012, was the middle child of Lowe, 58, and Painter, 52, who married in 2010. The couple also share daughters Mabel, 17, and Nixie, 10. The family has not disclosed a cause of death. Alongside their tribute, they shared resources for mental health support: “If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, please reach out to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.”
Remembering Fiona, the Chad Lowe Daughter
Lowe frequently shared his devotion to fatherhood on social media, often posting tributes to the Chad Lowe daughter. Celebrating Fiona’s 13th birthday last November, the actor posted a photo tribute writing: “Celebrating Fiona officially becoming a teen today!! Keep dancing through life FiBear! Love you soooo much!!”
Earlier this year, he described himself as “blessed” to be a girl dad, sharing a video of his youngest daughter Nixie on his shoulders with the caption, “This is what it’s all about.” In February, he posted a photo of his three daughters standing arm in arm in front of what remained of their Los Angeles home after it was destroyed in the Palisades Fire in January, writing: “Almost a month after we evacuated our girls finally got to go back to see what’s left of their home.”
Who Is Chad Lowe
Chad Lowe, the younger brother of actor Rob Lowe, has been a fixture in Hollywood for decades. He is best known for his role as Jesse McKenna on the early-90s ABC drama Life Goes On, which earned him an Emmy Award for outstanding supporting actor in a drama series. His other notable acting roles include Carter Gallavan on Melrose Place, Dr. George Henry on ER, Byron Montgomery on Pretty Little Liars and Thomas Coville on Supergirl.
As a director, Lowe has helmed episodes of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Without a Trace, Bones, Pretty Little Liars, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series and 9-1-1.
Since the announcement, fans have flooded Lowe’s social media with condolences. “No parent should ever have to endure this. I’m sending you love and strength,” one supporter wrote. “Sending love to you and your wife. I’ll never forget how kind you were to me,” added another.
The family has asked for privacy as they grieve. For more celebrity and entertainment coverage, see our report on Madonna’s 7-win night at the 2026 VMAs.
If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available: in the US, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
News of the Chad Lowe daughter tragedy has drawn an outpouring of support, with fans flooding the actor’s social media with condolences. The Chad Lowe daughter announcement, made in a joint statement to People magazine on September 29, 2026, described Fiona as smart, creative and loving to dance — “the light of our lives.” Lowe, 58, the Emmy-winning younger brother of Rob Lowe, and his wife Kim Painter, 52 — married since 2010 — have asked for prayers and privacy while grieving 13-year-old Fiona, the middle child of their three daughters, as the Chad Lowe daughter story continues to develop.
FAQs
How old was Chad Lowe's daughter Fiona?
Fiona was 13. She was born on November 16, 2012, and had just become a teenager last November.
What did Chad Lowe say about his daughter's death?
The couple said: "We are deeply heartbroken by the loss of our beloved Fiona. She was adored by her sisters and she was deeply loved by her parents. In fact, she was the light of our lives." They asked for prayers and privacy.
Who are Chad Lowe's other children?
Chad Lowe and Kim Painter also share two other daughters: Mabel, 17, and Nixie, 10. The couple married in 2010.
Who is Chad Lowe?
Chad Lowe, 58, is the younger brother of Rob Lowe and an Emmy-winning actor and director known for Life Goes On, Melrose Place, ER and Pretty Little Liars.
