Chad Lowe supported by friends Cary Elwes and Marlee Matlin after announcing daughter Fiona's death at 13 and sharing suicide hotline

Chad Lowe's friends have shared their devastated condolences after he announced the death of his daughter Fiona at the age of 13.Fiona's family confirmed the shattering news to Page Six, revealing that the Life Goes On star, 58 - who is the younger brother of actor Rob Lowe, 62 - lost his teenage daughter on Tuesday, while directing anyone struggling with mental health to reach out to the suicide prevention helpline. 'She was a loving young girl who was smart, creative and loved to dance,' they said. 'She was adored by her sisters and she was deeply loved by her parents. In fact, she was the light of our lives.'Lowe - who was previously married to actress Hilary Swank, 52 - shared Fiona with his producer wife, Kim Painter, 52, with whom he also has two other daughters: Mabel, 17, and Nixie, 10.Cary Elwes, who starred with Rob and Chad Lowe in the 1984 film Oxford Blues, offered a show of support on Instagram, writing: 'Our hearts are broken for you all. Thinking of you and praying for you. Always.'Marlee Matlin, a friend of Lowe's for nearly four decades, tweeted: 'My heart is broken into pieces. Fly high, Fiona Lowe. Love you Chad and Kim.' Chad Lowe has received condolences on his daughter's death from Marlee Matlin, who revealed in the caption of this 2025 Instagram photo that they have been friends since 1987 Chad Lowe is pictured with his producer wife, Kim Painter, 52, and their three daughter - Fiona, who has just died aged 13, as well as Mabel, 17, and Nixie, ten Family confirmed the devastating news to Page Six, revealing that the actor, 58, lost his teenage daughter on TuesdayIn their statement announcing 'the loss of our beloved Fiona,' the Lowes said: 'Her passing is devastating for our entire family and we ask for prayers and privacy at this time. 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 Daily Mail contacted Lowe's representative for comment.Law enforcement sources told TMZ that Fiona died at home on Tuesday, and authorities were called to the house at 12.10am. Parents at her school reportedly received an email from the principal on Tuesday, letting them know that a student had died, according to Page Six. The email did not specify who it was. The message contained condolences for the student's family and advised that 'counselors are available to meet with students and staff who may need emotional support during this difficult time.' Lowe's Instagram account is full of heartwarming photos of his three daughters. The doting father last paid tribute to Fiona in November to mark her birthday, sharing a photo of her beaming 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 last year, showing them visiting the ruins of their childhood home in Los Angeles, following the devastating Palisades fire.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.' Lowe received messages of support not only from Matlin but also from Cary Elwes, his co-star in the 1984 movie Oxford Blues 'Her passing is devastating for our entire family,' the family said, while directing anyone struggling with mental health to reach out to the suicide prevention helpline The family said Fiona 'was the light of our lives,' adding that they were 'deeply heartbroken' by the loss Lowe reflected on being a 'girl dad' on the Still Here Hollywood podcast in August 2024, stating that it was 'an incredible privilege' to have daughters Lowe is the younger brother of Parks and Recreation star and Brat Pack member Rob Lowe, 62. Above, the siblings in the 1980sIn 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.'He added, 'Also, we are buoyed by the outpouring of support, assistance, and well wishes from so many people in our lives. The way people have responded has given us great comfort, hope and strength to rebuild our lives. Thank you one and all!''We will continue to honor those who lost their lives in these fires, and to attempt to lift up all of our neighbors whose grief we share.'In October 2024 he also shared an adorable family photo with his wife and all three girls in a corn maze. 'Lost in the maze! Our favorite time of year!' he wrote.Lowe reflected on being a 'girl dad' on the Still Here Hollywood podcast in August 2024.'Having daughters is such an incredible privilege,' he shared. Lowe has been married to Painter since 2010, following his previous marriage to Oscar-winner Hilary Swank, 52, from 1997 to 2007. Above, the former couple in 2004 Lowe 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 alongside Kellie Martin'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 and Painter welcomed their first daughter, Mabel, in 2009. Mabel was followed by Fiona, who was born in November 2012. Their third daughter, Nixie, was born in 2016. Lowe 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.He has also appeared on shows like Melrose Place, ER, 24, Pretty Little Liars and Now and Again.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