Charles Lowe, the father of actor Chad Lowe, posted a heartfelt tribute Wednesday to his granddaughter Fiona, one day after the 13-year-old’s death.
Charles, who is also the father of Brat Pack star Rob Lowe, shared a photo of Fiona smiling at the camera while swimming in a pool.
“Rest in peace sweet Fiona,” he wrote alongside the image.
Fiona’s family announced her death Tuesday and urged anyone experiencing mental health struggles to seek help through the national suicide prevention service.
‘We are deeply heartbroken by the loss of our beloved Fiona. 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,’ the family said in a statement to Page Six.
“Her passing is devastating for our entire family and we ask for prayers and privacy at this time.”
Chad Lowe’s father, Charles Lowe, shared a touching tribute to his granddaughter Fiona on Wednesday, a day after her death at 13
Charles pictured with his older son, Brat Pack icon Rob Lowe at the 2002 Emmy Awards
“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,” the family’s statement said.
Lowe, 58, who was formerly married to actress Hilary Swank, 52, shared Fiona with his producer wife, Kim Painter, 52. The couple also have two daughters, Mabel, 17, and 10-year-old Nixie.
The Daily Mail has contacted Lowe’s representatives for comment.
Friends of Lowe offered their support Wednesday, posting messages of sympathy and remembrance.
Cary Elwes, who appeared alongside the Lowe brothers in the 1984 film Oxford Blues, shared his condolences on Instagram. “Our hearts are broken for you all. Thinking of you and praying for you. Always,” he wrote.
Marlee Matlin, who has been friends with Lowe for nearly 40 years, wrote: “My heart is broken into pieces. Fly high, Fiona Lowe. Love you Chad and Kim.”
Law enforcement sources told TMZ that Fiona died at home Tuesday. Authorities were reportedly called to the residence at 12:10 a.m.
According to Page Six, parents at Fiona’s school received an email from the principal Tuesday informing them that a student had died. The message did not identify the student.
Lowe shared Fiona with wife Kim Painter. The couple are also parents to daughters Mabel, 17, and Nixie, ten. Above, the family in 2023
The Lowes’ statement on Tuesday confirming Fiona’s death described her as ‘the light of our lives’ and added: ‘She was adored by her sisters and she was deeply loved by her parents’
The school’s message expressed condolences to Fiona’s family and noted that “counselors are available to meet with students and staff who may need emotional support during this difficult time.”
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Lowe’s Instagram page features numerous affectionate photos of his three daughters. In November last year, he marked Fiona’s birthday with a picture of her smiling in cowboy boots.
“Celebrating Fiona officially becoming a teen today!!” the Emmy winner wrote. “Keep dancing through life FiBear! Love you soooo much!!”
The actor also shared a photo of all three of his daughters in February 2025, showing them visiting the ruins of their childhood home in Los Angeles, following the devastating Palisades wildfire.
The girls were seen with their arms around each other as they looked on at the ruins.
‘Almost a month after we evacuated our girls finally got to go back to see what’s left of their home,’ he wrote in the caption.
‘The way they’ve handled this whole devastating experience is nothing short of remarkable. I am in awe of their spirit and resilience. Helping them navigate these tough times is my sole purpose. Being their dad is my life’s greatest joy and privilege.’
In January, the actor wrote about the ‘despair’ he felt after losing his home in the fires.
‘One year ago today, our lives got turned upside down by a completely preventable catastrophe. It’s hard not to let the anger, despair, and frustration overwhelm. Losing everything I ever owned and the home we raised our family in is still deeply painful to this day,’ he shared on Instagram.
‘However, this terrible experience has been a powerful reminder of this simple truth – we can’t always control what happens to us in this life but we can control how we respond. And I have been so incredibly proud of how my wife Kim and our daughters have strived to make the absolute best of this extraordinarily difficult circumstance. I am in awe of their resilience.’
Lowe pictured with his older brother Rob in 2011
Lowe was previously wed to actress Hilary Swank, 52, from 1997 to 2007. Above, the exes in 2004
Lowe, who has appeared on TV shows such as ER, 24, Melrose Place and Now And Again, reflected on being a ‘girl dad’ on the Still Here Hollywood podcast in August 2024.
‘Having daughters is such an incredible privilege,’ he shared.
‘It takes what I’ve known intellectually about women and all of equality and the glass ceiling that’s there, and how it’s a misogynistic world in a lot of ways… And it’s put it in my heart, because I have three daughters. And so I look at the world, really, from their perspective.’
The proud dad also raved about taking his three girls to Taylor Swift’s concert in 2023, sharing sweet snaps on Instagram and writing, ‘It’s official, I’m a certified Swiftie Dad! I totally get it now! What an awesome night!’
Lowe has been married to Painter since 2010, following his previous marriage to Oscar-winner Hilary Swank from 1997 to 2007.
He won an Emmy Award in 1993 for his supporting role on the comedy-drama series Life Goes On, where he starred as a man living with HIV.
If you or someone you know needs help, please call or text the confidential 24/7 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the US on 988. There is also an online chat available at 988lifeline.org