The niece of Hollywood actor Rob Lowe has paid a heartbreaking tribute to her younger sister following her death last week. Fiona Lowe, the 13-year-old daughter of Chad Lowe and his wife Kim Painter, died by suicide in Los Angeles on Tuesday, leaving the famous family devastated.
A Sister's Vow
Fiona's elder sister Mabel, 17, shared an emotional tribute on Instagram, making a special vow to her sibling. She wrote: "I love you so much Fiona. I wish your short time here was easier and I hope your mind is at ease now. I will honor you forever and keep your memory alive. I love you, I hope you knew just how much."
Mabel included snaps of the pair playing as kids, including on a beach and dancing together. The reel showcased happy family memories, including a picnic. Among those sharing comforting messages was the pair's mum, Kim, who commented: "Oh Mabel. I love you so much."
Family Statement and Support
Fiona died in a hospital on Tuesday, September 29, according to County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner records viewed by Page Six. Her family announced her death in a public statement on Tuesday, saying: "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."
Her loved ones described their loss as "devastating" and asked for "prayers and privacy at this time." The family's statement ended by saying: "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."
Rob Lowe's Support
A source told Naughty But Nice how actor Rob dropped everything to support his brother after the tragic news. The source said: "Chad is his little brother, and the second he heard, Hollywood stopped mattering. There was nowhere else Rob was going to be except by Chad’s side." Another source added: "Rob knows there are no words that can fix this. He can’t take away Chad’s grief. What he can do is be present, protect his brother and make absolutely certain he never has to face this alone. Right now, he’s simply a big brother helping hold his family together."
