Chad Lowe Called Being a Girl Dad an ‘Incredible Privilege’ 2 Years Before the Death of His 13-Year-Old Daughter Fiona
Actor Chad Lowe had spoken openly about the deep joy and responsibility he felt as a father to three daughters, describing being a “girl dad” as an “incredible privilege” two years before the heartbreaking de ath of his 13-year-old daughter, Fiona.
The Lowe family announced Fiona’s death on September 29, 2026. In a statement shared with PEOPLE, the family described Fiona as a loving, smart and creative young girl who loved to dance. They also said she was deeply loved by her parents and adored by her sisters.
“Her passing is devastating for our entire family,” the family said while asking for prayers and privacy during their time of grief.
Chad Lowe’s Reflections on Being a Girl Dad
In 2024, Lowe appeared on the Still Here Hollywood podcast and discussed how becoming a father to daughters had changed the way he viewed the world.
Lowe said that having daughters was an “incredible privilege” and explained that raising three girls had made issues surrounding women and equality feel more personal to him.
He said his experiences as a father allowed him to see the world from his daughters’ perspective and better understand some of the challenges women face.
For Lowe, fatherhood was not simply about raising children. He described it as an experience that had affected the way he understood society and the world around him.
Fiona Was One of Chad Lowe’s Three Daughters
Chad Lowe and his wife, producer Kim Painter, have three daughters: Mabel, Fiona and Nixie.
Fiona was born on November 15, 2012. She was 13 years old when her family announced her death in September 2026.
The family remembered Fiona as someone who was smart, creative and loved to dance. They also described her as “the light” of their lives.
Her sisters, Mabel and Nixie, were also mentioned in the family's statement as being deeply affected by the loss.
Lowe Previously Celebrated Fiona’s 13th Birthday
Before Fiona's death, Lowe publicly celebrated her becoming a teenager.
In November 2025, he shared a birthday message for Fiona and encouraged her to continue dancing through life. The message reflected the affection he had for his daughter and his pride in watching her grow up.
The birthday post became one of Lowe’s final public tributes to Fiona before the family announced her death.
The Family Also Faced the Loss of Their Home
The Lowe family experienced another major hardship in January 2025 when their home in the Pacific Palisades was destroyed in the devastating wildfire.
After the evacuation, Lowe shared a message about his daughters visiting what remained of their childhood home.
He praised the girls for how they handled the difficult experience and described being their father as his “life’s greatest joy and privilege.”
The experience was another difficult chapter for the family before Fiona’s death the following year.
Family Requests Privacy
Following Fiona’s death, the Lowe family asked the public to respect their privacy while they grieve.
The family has not publicly disclosed the cause of Fiona’s death. Their statement focused instead on remembering her life and the impact she had on those closest to her.
The family also encouraged people experiencing mental-health struggles to seek help through the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Remembering Fiona
For Chad Lowe and Kim Painter, Fiona was more than a young member of their family. She was a beloved daughter and sister whose creativity, personality and love of dance left a lasting impression on those around her.
Lowe’s earlier comments about the “incredible privilege” of being a father to daughters now provide additional context to the close relationship he shared with his children.
As the family mourns Fiona’s death, they have asked for prayers, support and privacy during this deeply painful time.
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental-health challenges or emotional distress in the United States, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
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