Chad Lowe’s Daughter Fiona, 13, Dies Suddenly – Heartbroken Hollywood Offers Condolences

Hollywood actor and director Chad Lowe is mourning the devastating loss of his 13-year-old daughter, Fiona Hepler Lowe. In a joint statement released with wife and casting director Kim Painter, the couple remembered Fiona as “a loving young girl who was smart, creative and loved to dance,” noting that “she was the light of our lives”. Born on November 15, 2012, Fiona was the second of the couple’s three daughters and carried the middle name “Hepler” in honor of Lowe’s late maternal grandmother. Over the years, Lowe frequently shared glimpses of family life on social media, praising Fiona’s artistic talents and tight bond with older sister Mabel and younger sister Nixie. The family did not disclose a cause of death, asking instead for privacy as they navigate their grief. News of Fiona’s passing has prompted an outpouring of sympathy from Hollywood peers. Chad’s older brother, actor Rob Lowe, reposted the statement with a heart emoji, while former “Pretty Little Liars” co-stars and director friends flooded comments with condolences and memories of Fiona visiting set. The Screen Actors Guild also issued a message of support, calling the loss “unimaginable.” Although best known for his Emmy-winning performance in “Life Goes On” and recurring roles on “Pretty Little Liars” and “9-1-1: Lone Star,” Chad Lowe has long emphasized that fatherhood is his proudest role. In a 2021 interview he described coaching Fiona’s soccer team and helping her rehearse dance routines, saying, “Those moments off-camera define real success for me.” The tragedy comes just three years after the family’s Los Angeles home was destroyed in a wildfire, an experience Lowe said taught him to “hold those you love close.” He reiterated that sentiment in a brief Instagram post Tuesday night, writing simply, “Hug your kids” alongside a black-and-white photo of Fiona’s ballet slippers. Fans wishing to honor Fiona’s memory are encouraged to donate to Children Mending Hearts, a nonprofit the Lowes have supported that provides arts education and anti-bullying programs in schools. A virtual memorial page has also been created for friends and well-wishers to share messages, photos and favorite dance playlists—celebrating the rhythm that, even in her short life, Fiona brought to everyone around her.