Who Is Chad Lowe? Wife Kim Painter, Children, Brother Rob Lowe, Net Worth, Movies and More

Who is Chad Lowe?

Chad Lowe is an American actor, director and producer who has worked extensively in film and television. Born January 15, 1968, in Dayton, Ohio, Lowe began acting as a teenager and built a career that included television dramas, films and directing. He is also widely known as the younger brother of actor Rob Lowe.

Lowe gained major recognition for his performance as Jesse McKenna on the television series Life Goes On, for which he won a Primetime Emmy Award in 1993. He later appeared in shows including Melrose Place, 24 and Pretty Little Liars.

Who is Chad Lowe's wife, Kim Painter?

Chad Lowe has been married to Kim Painter since August 28, 2010. Painter has worked in the entertainment industry and was previously a personal assistant to actress Carrie Fisher.

The couple have three daughters together: Mabel Painter Lowe, Fiona Hepler Lowe and Nixie Barbara Lowe.

The Lowe family recently suffered a devastating loss. Chad and Kim's 13-year-old daughter Fiona Hepler Lowe died in September 2026. In a statement shared with PEOPLE, the family described Fiona as a loving, creative child who loved dancing and asked for privacy while grieving.

Who is Chad Lowe's brother Rob Lowe?

Chad Lowe is the younger brother of Rob Lowe, one of Hollywood's best-known actors. Rob was born in 1964, nearly four years before Chad.

The brothers grew up in Ohio before moving with their family to Malibu, California. Both eventually pursued acting careers and have worked together professionally. They appeared together on 9-1-1: Lone Star in 2022, while Chad had also directed Rob in other projects.

The two brothers have frequently spoken publicly about their close relationship. Chad has described Rob as a person he turns to for support, while both have acknowledged the typical ups and downs of growing up as siblings.

Chad Lowe's acting career

Lowe made an early television appearance in the 1984 TV movie Silence of the Heart, alongside Charlie Sheen. He subsequently landed the lead role in the NBC sitcom Spencer.

His notable acting credits include:

• Life Goes On

• Melrose Place

• 24

• Pretty Little Liars

• Unfaithful

• Highway to Hell

• Nobody's Perfect

• California Scheming

• 7 Days to Vegas

His Emmy-winning performance in Life Goes On remains one of the most recognised achievements of his acting career.

Chad Lowe as a director

In addition to acting, Lowe has established a career behind the camera.

He made his directorial debut with the short film The Audition in 2000. He later directed the feature film Beautiful Ohio, released in 2006 and starring Michelle Trachtenberg, William Hurt and Julianna Margulies.

Lowe has also directed episodes of television series including Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Bones, Pretty Little Liars, Supergirl, The Flash, American Housewife and 9-1-1: Lone Star.

Chad Lowe's previous marriage

Before marrying Kim Painter, Chad Lowe was married to actress Hilary Swank. The couple married in 1997 after meeting while working on Quiet Days in Hollywood. They separated in 2006 and their divorce was finalised in 2007.

What is Chad Lowe's net worth?

Celebrity Net Worth currently estimates Chad Lowe's net worth at around $4 million. Such celebrity wealth figures are estimates rather than independently audited financial statements, so the actual value of his assets and income is not publicly established.

Chad Lowe's family

Chad and Rob Lowe are the sons of Barbara Hepler and Charles Lowe. The brothers also have half-brothers Justin Lowe and Micah Dyer from their parents' later marriages. Micah has worked in television production.

Chad Lowe's career has therefore spanned several decades, moving from acting in television and films to directing and producing, while his connection to the Lowe family has remained a notable part of his public profile.