Chad Lowe and Kim Painter are mourning the loss of their 13-year-old daughter, Fiona, who died on September 29, 2026. The family remembered her as“a loving young girl who was smart, creative and loved to dance,”calling her the light of their lives. In the days since, Fiona’s older sister Mabel, 17, has spoken publicly for the first time, sharing a tribute on Instagram that features childhood photos and a final video of Fiona dancing.
“I love you so much fiona,”Mabel wrote.“i wish your short time here was easier and i hope your mind is at ease now.”She also reshared the family’s statement on her Instagram Stories. Chad Lowe’s father, Charles“Chuck”Lowe, posted his own tribute to his granddaughter, a photo of Fiona swimming, captioned simply:“Rest in peace, sweet Fiona.”
The family has asked for prayers and privacy, and they’ve also shared a message that goes beyond their own loss: anyone struggling with their mental health can call or text 988, the Suicide&Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7 and free of charge. With youth mental health and teen grief at the center of this story, the family’s request is one worth repeating.
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