Fiona and Faith first met at Palisades Charter Elementary School when Faith was struggling to settle in.
Robinson recalled that Fiona simply approached her and asked if she wanted to be friends and jump rope.
The girls quickly became close, eventually earning the nickname “FiFi” and being described as “two peas in a pod.”
## The Family Lost Their Home in the Palisades Fire
Years later, Fiona and her family would face a life-changing tragedy.
In January 2025, the Lowe family lost their Pacific Palisades home in the devastating wildfire that swept through the area.
The house where Fiona and her sisters had spent years growing up was destroyed, along with many of the belongings and memories inside it.
Nearly a month later, Chad Lowe shared photographs of his daughters returning to the property to see what remained.
He praised their strength during an incredibly difficult period.
“The way they’ve handled this whole devastating experience is nothing short of remarkable. I am in awe of their spirit and resilience.”
But Robinson suggested that the experience had a particularly profound effect on Fiona.
“Something happened when the fires happened. They lost everything.”
The destruction also affected Fiona’s childhood school, adding another layer of loss to an already painful experience.
## Fiona Returned to the Dance Studio
Even after losing her home, Fiona continued doing something she loved deeply: dancing.
Her dance teacher, Kendra Andrews, later shared memories of Fiona returning to rehearsals just weeks after the fire.
“You came into the studio like you always did for all the years I’ve known you…excited with a beaming bright smile and a big, warm hug for me.”
Fiona continued practicing and improving her choreography.
Her teacher later praised her dedication, remembering how much work she put into perfecting her routine between rehearsals.
After Fiona’s death, Andrews shared videos of her dancing and wrote:
“Your passion and determination were incredibly beautiful to witness.”
Dance remained a major part of Fiona’s life until the end.
One of her final Instagram Reels, uploaded in August, showed her practicing turns in the studio.
At the time, it appeared to be an ordinary post from a teenager sharing something she enjoyed.
Only later did it become one of the final public glimpses of Fiona doing what she loved.
## Her Sister Shared Childhood Memories
Following Fiona’s death, her older sister Mabel shared a collection of childhood photographs and videos.
The images showed the sisters growing up together—playing outdoors, dressing up, spending time at the beach, sharing a bedroom, and simply enjoying everyday moments.
Alongside the memories, Mabel 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.”
One old video captured a much younger Fiona talking about her favorite color.
“Well, I like three colors, but my really favorite color is light pink, like the color of new ballet shoes.”
The small detail became especially meaningful given how central dance remained throughout Fiona’s life.
## Chad Lowe Once Told Her to “Keep Dancing Through Life”
When Fiona became a teenager in November 2025, her father celebrated the milestone with a loving birthday message.
“Celebrating Fiona officially becoming a teen today!! Keep dancing through life FiBear! Love you soooo much!!”
At the time, it was simply a father celebrating his daughter.
After her death, however, the words carried a different emotional weight.
Her family, friends, teachers, and social-media posts all repeatedly returned to the same part of her identity: her love of dance.
## Remembering Fiona Beyond the Tragedy
Chad Lowe and Kim Painter announced Fiona’s death on September 29, 2026, remembering her as a loving, intelligent, creative girl who loved to dance.
Her family emphasized how deeply she was loved by her parents and sisters.
But those closest to Fiona have also made clear that they do not want the circumstances surrounding her death to become the only thing people remember.
There are the dance videos.
The childhood photographs.
The memories with her sisters.
The birthday celebrations.
And perhaps most importantly, there is the story Robinson shared about Fiona approaching a lonely child at school and simply asking:
“Do you want to be friends?”
That memory may say more about Fiona than any headline ever could.
She was a daughter, sister, friend, dancer, and young girl remembered for making others feel welcome.
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