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Chad Lowe appeared in public with his wife, Kim Painter, and their two daughters Sunday, attending a high-profile family wedding in Santa Barbara just days after a heartbreaking private loss.
Family outing at Matthew Lowe’s Santa Barbara wedding
Photos from the ceremony show Chad, 58, seated with Painter, 52, and their daughters as the family watched the vows. The event took place in Santa Barbara, where Chad’s nephew, Matthew Lowe, married Emily Markus.
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Who was sitting where and what they wore
- Chad Lowe chose a blue suit and matching tie.
- Kim Painter wore a black dress appropriate for the formal occasion.
- Their daughters—Mabel, 17, and Nixie, 10—were dressed in light, elegant styles. Mabel wore a cream sleeveless dress and later added a black jacket. Nixie wore a pink spaghetti-strap dress.
- The family sat a couple of rows behind Rob Lowe and his family, placing them within the immediate circle of relatives.
Notable guests and ceremony highlights
The ceremony drew a celebrity crowd. Gwyneth Paltrow officiated the service, and several well-known names were present.
- Cameron Diaz
- Adam Levine
- Katy Perry
- Zoe Saldaña (with Marco Perego-Saldaña)
- Maria Shriver
- Actor Chris Pratt sat near Chad during the service.
The atmosphere mixed celebration with visible family support for the couple and one another.
Grief in public view: the family’s loss
The wedding occurred almost two weeks after the sudden death of Chad and Painter’s middle daughter, Fiona, who was 13. The family described their pain and asked for privacy as they process the loss.
The family said they were “deeply heartbroken” and requested prayers and privacy during this time. They emphasized Fiona’s place in their lives, calling her a light to the family.
A sister’s tribute shared online
Mabel posted a moving message on social media addressing her late sister. She expressed love, grief, and a promise to keep Fiona’s memory alive.
Her note read that she wished Fiona’s time here had been easier and hoped Fiona’s mind was at peace. Mabel added she would honor Fiona and keep her memory alive.
Support resources and crisis help
If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available 24/7. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text the Crisis Text Line at 741741.
In the United States you can also dial 988 for the 24/7 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or visit SuicidePreventionLifeline.org for more resources.
