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Chad Lowe's Family Moved by Heartfelt Tributes to Daughter Fiona

Chad Lowe's Family Moved by Heartfelt Tributes to Daughter Fiona

See more of our coverage in your search results. Chad Lowe’s family is leaning into two new heartfelt tributes to the actor’s late daughter, Fiona, following her tragic death at age 13.Fiona’s older sister, Mabel — whom Chad shares with his wife, Kim Painter, alongside their youngest daughter, Nixie, 10 — reposted tributes from Fiona’s former dance teacher and the youth club and camp she once attended to her Instagram Stories Friday.Her dance teacher, Kendra Andrews — the sister of sportscaster Erin Andrews — shared two videos of Fiona rehearsing in a dance studio, offering words of encouragement as she practiced.Chad Lowe’s family has embraced two new tributes to the actor’s late daughter, Fiona, following her tragic suicide. (Fiona is pictured above with her parents, Lowe and Kim Painter, and her sisters, Mabel and Nixie, in a 2023 Instagram upload.) Chad Lowe/InstagramFiona’s older sister, Mabel, reposted a tribute from Fiona’s former dance teacher, Kendra Andrews (seen above) to her Instagram Stories. Getty Images“This first video was taken only a month after you lost your home in the fire,” Kendra wrote, referring to the Palisades 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.”“The next video is our second rehearsal a few weeks later,” she continued. “You had clearly spent so much time outside of the studio working hard to fine tune and finesse. Your passion and determination were incredibly beautiful to witness.”“I didn’t film when you performed it on stage a couple days later, as I wanted to be fully present and soak it in. I just watched [you] from the wings, [my] heart swelling with pride and my eyes flooding with tears of joy.”Andrews shared two videos of Fiona rehearsing in a dance studio (pictured above), offering words of encouragement as she practiced. kendra andrews/ instagram“Your passion and determination were incredibly beautiful to witness,” Andrews wrote in part alongside videos of Fiona rehearsing. kendra andrews/ instagramKendra concluded, “FiFi, I love you more than words can convey. It was an honor to teach you, laugh with you, and watch you grow. Our hearts are shattered. We will never be the same without you here. I will miss you and love you forever ♥️.”She also addressed Lowe, Painter, Mabel and Nixie directly, writing, “I love you, and I’m thinking of you nonstop.”Widget Works, a youth group Fiona attended, also shared a series of photos and videos of her enjoying time at the beach with friends.Andrews concluded her post by writing, “FiFi, I love you more than words can convey. It was an honor to teach you, laugh with you, and watch you grow.” (Fiona is seen above in a 2024 Instagram upload.) Instagram/ ichadloweWidget Works, a youth club Fiona attended, shared a series of photos and videos of her enjoying time at the beach (pictured above). widget works/ instagramIn the video Mabel reposted, Fiona chatted with a woman behind the camera about a stuffed pumpkin pillow she had named “Mr. Pumpkin,” joking that he was a “lopsided pumpkin.”“Thank you, Fiona. Thank you for all the beautiful years we were able to frolic, dance, laugh and love each other,” the caption read. “Thank you for being such an important part of our Widget Works family and for sharing your love, creativity and sweet sassiness with us.”“We will miss you, and we will look for you in every wave, every seagull squawk, and we will chant your name amongst the ‘we are proud of yous.'”The video from Widget Works’ post that Mabel reposted showed Fiona chatting with a woman behind the camera about a stuffed pumpkin pillow she had named “Mr. Pumpkin.” widget works/ instagram“Thank you for being such an important part of our Widget Works family and for sharing your love, creativity and sweet sassiness with us,” the caption read in part. widget works/ instagram“We love and adore you, and our hearts ache to be without you,” Widget Works wrote. “But you will forever be part of our summers, and we will honor you and remember all the beautiful days we were blessed with you ❤️ We love you, Fiona 🌊❤️❤️❤️ 🌊.”Fiona’s mom also commented on the post, writing, “Love you so much.”Chad, whose brother is actor Rob Lowe, and his family announced Fiona’s death Tuesday in a statement to Page Six, writing in part, “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.”Fiona’s mom, Kim Painter, also commented on Widget Works’ post, writing, “Love you so much.” widget works/ instagramFiona’s family announced her death Tuesday in a statement to Page Six. (Fiona is seen above with her dad and sisters in a 2024 Instagram upload.) Chad Lowe/InstagramThey concluded their statement by sharing the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.Fiona’s cause of death was later confirmed to be suicide. She was pronounced dead at the hospital on Tuesday.The following day, Chad’s father, Charles “Chuck” Lowe, honored his late granddaughter by sharing a photo of Fiona smiling at the camera as she swam in a pool.Lowe, his wife, and their daughters are seen standing in front of a cornfield. Chad Lowe/InstagramChad’s father, Charles “Chuck” Lowe, and Chad’s former “Bones” co-star David Boreanaz were among those to pay tribute to Fiona (pictured above in a 2025 Instagram upload) in the days following her death. Instagram/ichadloweHe wrote in the caption, “Rest in peace, sweet Fiona.”More recently, Chad’s former “Bones” co-star David Boreanaz also paid tribute to Fiona on Instagram, writing in the caption, “My deepest condolences to my friends Chad and Kim with the loss of their beautiful soul, Fiona. May she be surrounded in light and dance in heaven with all the angels.”Painter commented on the post as well, writing, “Love you so much, @imdboreanaz — we all do.” Community GuidelinesWelcome to the Page Six Community!Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. 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Oct 03, 2026
Paul McCartney's Surprise Performance at Taylor Swift's Wedding Has Fans Talking

Paul McCartney's Surprise Performance at Taylor Swift's Wedding Has Fans Talking

Sir Paul McCartney commanded the stage at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s star-studded summer wedding — at the bride’s special request. “Sometimes you didn’t get the email, I’m sure you know that, but sometimes I ring them up and say, ‘Yeah,’ I’ve done that a couple times,” McCartney, 83, quipped on the Friday, October 2, taping of Jimmy Kimmel Live! of frequent performance requests. “[Taylor] asked me to do it.” According to McCartney, Swift, 36, specifically wanted him to perform The Beatles’ 1964 hit “I Wanna Hold Your Hand.” “It was [her request], and ‘cause she was onstage, I said, ‘You should sing along,’” he recalled. “‘And you should sing it to your man, Travis!’” McCartney was among the famous faces present when Swift and Kelce, 36, said “I do” at New York City’s Madison Square Garden in July. “[Our] wedding was the best night of my life,” Kelce gushed during an August press conference. “I appreciate everybody who came out and celebrated and had fun with us. That’s about all I really got from that night. It was a crazy night. It was full of a lot of celebration.” For Kelce, he felt particularly starstruck to say his vows inside the famed arena. “MSG, man, I always told myself I’d go for a playoff game when the [New York] Knicks were rocking, and my wife went when I was stuck in minicamp,” Kelce said, referring to the pop star’s attendance at Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals. “I didn’t get the opportunity to go then, so it’s kind of cool to get to live out my childhood dream of being in that venue, the mecca of all sports venues, [by] being able to get married in there.” He continued at the time, “I can’t thank the owners of MSG [enough] for allowing us to get the opportunity to do that, knowing that we wanted a private event and everything. The A/C was cooking, baby. That was the best part.” Swift, who donned a bespoke Christian Dior bridal gown for the occasion, has since been a proud wife as Kelce kicked off the 2026 NFL season. The “Patient Zero” singer has not missed any of Kelce’s Kansas City Chiefs home games this fall, even enthusiastically cheering, “That’s my husband,” when he scored a touchdown. “Listen, man. Proud wife, baby,” Kelce reacted during a September 23 episode of his “New Heights” podcast. “Gotta make my girl proud.” Swift, however, skipped Kelce’s September 27 away game while attending the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards and the couple supported one another from afar. Kelce even dropped a handful of “likes” on coverage of his wife’s Tamara Ralph corset gown.

Oct 03, 2026
Eli Raridon's Heartbreaking Loss: The Tragedy Behind the Patriots Star

Eli Raridon's Heartbreaking Loss: The Tragedy Behind the Patriots Star

See more of our coverage in your search results. Patriots rookie tight end Eli Raridon and his wife, Anna, are mourning the loss of their newborn son, Peter James, after he was diagnosed during pregnancy with a fatal birth defect.The couple recently announced the news in a joint Instagram post, revealing that Peter was born less than a month ago on Sept. 11.During Anna’s 20-week anatomy scan, doctors diagnosed their son with anencephaly, a severe birth defect where major portions of the brain and skull do not properly develop.The condition currently has no known cure or standard treatment, and babies born with it typically die shortly after birth.Peter was the couple’s first child.Eli and Anna got married in spring 2025 and announced the following March that they were expecting a baby this fall.“When Eli and I went in for our 20-week anatomy scan, excited to see our sweet baby boy, our hearts were forever changed. Our little one was diagnosed with anencephaly, a fatal condition in which he would not survive outside the womb.“While we are absolutely devastated that we were unable to bring our baby boy home, I am grateful to have loved him deeply, kept him safe, and had been his home for the past 9 months before he was called back to Heaven,” Anna wrote on Instagram. Eli Raridon (82) runs onto the field prior to the the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Gillette Stadium on September 20, 2026 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Getty Images“I have often found it easy to glorify the Lord when life is going well, but it is in our deepest trials that we are drawn closest to Him. We may never understand the why behind this journey, but one thing we know with certainty is that God promises to care for His children.”She later added, “Though his time with us was brief, his life still precious, his purpose still meaningful, and he will forever be a part of our story.I have loved you every second of your life & will miss you every second of mine. What a sweet sweet reunion ours will be.”The Patriots selected the former Notre Dame tight end in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft at No. 95 overall.The 6-foot-6, 245-pound Raridon made an immediate impact, catching a touchdown in New England’s season opener against Seattle and later recording a 30-yard reception in a win over Pittsburgh.He was inactive for the Patriots’ most recent game against Jacksonville because of a thigh injury.

Oct 03, 2026
Christa Pike's Botched Execution Leaves Her on Life Support

Christa Pike's Botched Execution Leaves Her on Life Support

UPDATE — 10/2/26, 5:53 p.m. ET: Tennessee death-row inmate Christa Pike’s lawyer has revealed that she is unconscious and using a ventilator after surviving a botched execution earlier this week. Her attorneys filed an emergency motion, which Us obtained, at Nashville’s Davidson County Chancery Court on Friday, October 2, requesting that the Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) preserve all potential evidence related to Pike’s failed execution at Riverbend Maximum Security Institution on Wednesday, September 30. (People first reported the news.) “As of last night, October 1, 2026, Ms. Pike remains critically ill and is being treated at a Nashville-area hospital,” her lawyers informed the court. “She is intubated, on a ventilator and remains unconscious.” According to the motion, both of Pike’s arms were “swollen, burned and blistered” when she arrived at the hospital. Her medical team is now working to remove pentobarbital from her system after Pike received two doses of the powerful nervous system depressant during the attempted lethal injection. “Ms. Pike’s experts have compared pentobarbital to ‘bleach’ or ‘Drano,’” her attorneys noted. “It is caustic, highly alkaline and burns upon contact, including skin, tissue and veins.” They cautioned, “Hospital staff are working to save Ms. Pike’s life and to clear the pentobarbital from her system.” Pike’s lawyers mentioned in their motion that they asked the State to preserve a list of key evidence at 1:09 a.m. local time Thursday, though they said they’d received no response from officials by the time of their filing. Original story: As death row inmate Christa Pike remains in critical condition, her lawyers claim she may have suffered brain damage during her botched execution. Pike, 50, received two lethal injections when she was scheduled to be executed on Wednesday, September 30, after she was sentenced to death for the 1995 murder of her classmate Colleen Slemmer. The attempted execution lasted more than an hour as those involved struggled to successfully give Pike the injections, her attorneys, Randy Spivey and Stephen Ferrell, said on Thursday, October 1, according to People. After about 30 minutes of struggle, witnesses’ access to the execution was cut off. Pike was transported to a hospital, where she is currently in critical condition and receiving life-saving care. The attorneys added that they don’t know the extent of the damage she may have suffered due to the lethal substance being put in her body, as well as possible oxygen deprivation. “It’s such an unknown: what was conscious, what will be remembered, what damage may have occurred to her brain from oxygen deprivation,” Ferrell said. “We don’t know at this point, where we are, everything we say, I think, would be speculation,” he continued. “But we may never know what all she was suffering through, either because she can’t remember it, she can’t tell it, or it overwhelms her in such a way that sometimes pain and suffering affect people that way.” Ferrell added that Pike had made “peace” with the possibility of her death, though said she was worried the experience would be painful because of her blood disorder. “It was her biggest fear, not death, but a prolonged death and that’s what happened, minus the death,” Ferrell said. Ferrell said that Pike even tried to guide the executioners on where to find a vein at the time of the injections. (Her blood disorder often makes it hard to locate veins.) Witnesses detailed the execution, with WKRN reporter Tori Gessner claiming that expressed being in pain. "At one point, she said, 'My arm feels like it's about to burst open,’” Gessner recalled during a news conference. “The curtains close[d] at first, but she was clearly still alive. She was clearly still breathing and snoring." Gessner added that Pike became conscious again and was smiling "really big" before she started to discuss "the one spot" that hurt on her arm. “Her [spiritual] advisor tells her to 'relax,' and she replies, 'I'm trying,’” Gessner shared. “She continues talking throughout this, before her breathing shifts and she starts moaning and snoring."

Oct 03, 2026
Taylor Swift's Bold New Haircut Has Fans Talking

Taylor Swift's Bold New Haircut Has Fans Talking

Taylor Swift cut a few more inches off her hair. Swift, 36, debuted an even shorter mane on Friday, October 2, via her official Taylor Nation’s Instagram Story. In the pic, the singer’s honey blonde hair was cut to her shoulders, seemingly with more layers than she had at the 2026 MTV VMAs on Sunday, September 27. Her hair was styled in loose curls with her bangs blown out over her forehead. For glam, Swift donned soft makeup including glowy skin, winged eyeliner, long lashes and pink lips. She wore a maroon sweater with a button-up neck and soft collar. The “Patient Zero” singer styled her top with tan pleated pants and a black leather belt with gold hardware. At the VMAs, where Swift took home two Moon Person awards, her hair draped slightly past her collarbone and was worn down and straightened. https://www.instagram.com/p/Dd_70N5NeNW/?hl=en Swift previously debuted a shorter haircut in August. On what marked her first public appearance since tying the knot with her husband, Travis Kelce, Swift’s mane was cut a few inches below her shoulders, which was a dramatic difference from her signature waist-length hair. At the time, her tresses were parted down the center and worn down with her fringe neatly styled over her forehead. She styled her new ‘do with a lavender Delphine dress featuring a low-cut neckline, an A-line skirt adorned with pink, sparkly florals and spaghetti straps. She made her look even more dazzling with a crystal-embellished Christian Louboutin purse, Aquazzura heels, a Cartier watch, a tennis bracelet and her massive engagement ring. Swift again showed off her haircut later that month while slaying in a navy dress with a plunging neckline, lace florals, and delicate gold embroidery while attending Oli Jacobs and Laura Sisk’s wedding in Bath, Gloucestershire. For the event, her bangs were swept to the side and the rest of her hair was styled in soft curls.

Oct 02, 2026
Why Christa Pike's Failed Execution is Sparking National Debate

Why Christa Pike's Failed Execution is Sparking National Debate

Tennessee death row inmate Christa Pike remains in critical condition and is receiving life-saving care at a hospital after surviving two lethal injection attempts on Wednesday. The 50-year-old prisoner, who was sentenced to death in 1996 for the murder of Colleen Slemmer, was administered two full doses of pentobarbital, but she remained alive minutes later. Her lawyer, Randy Spivey, told reporters that the execution team struggled for an hour to establish an intravenous line. He noted counting at least seven needles used on her left arm alone, with one needle appearing bent upon removal. Observers were held behind a closed curtain while she continued breathing, leaving witnesses unaware of the procedures occurring inside. Following the failed attempts, state Governor Bill Lee ordered a complete pause on all executions in Tennessee for the remainder of the year to allow an independent review. Christa Pike, the only woman on Tennessee's death row, was convicted in the 1995 death of student Colleen Slemmer, 19. Credit: the Tennessee Department of Correction The unprecedented situation has renewed scrutiny over the technical procedures behind capital punishment in the United States. In light of the incident, a video analysis recorded in February 2024 by Dr. Anthony Kaveh, a Stanford and Harvard-trained anesthesiologist, has resurfaced. His observations offer clear insight into the structural obstacles that lead to failed execution attempts. The core conflict in medical involvement According to Dr. Kaveh, a central obstacle in administering lethal injections stems from ethical guidelines governing the medical community. Major professional medical organizations, including the American Medical Association and the American Society of Anesthesiologists, explicitly prohibit their members from participating in capital punishment. Because doctors and trained anesthesiologists decline to participate, execution teams frequently consist of personnel who lack advanced training in intravenous access and deep sedation monitoring. This division creates major technical hazards during execution procedures. Establishing an intravenous line in individuals under extreme stress or with compromised veins demands precise medical skill. Without specialized practitioners overseeing the placement, execution teams risk improper needle insertion, vein collapse, or subcutaneous infiltration of lethal drugs, directly contributing to severe complications. Difficulty verifying depth of anesthesia Beyond placement issues, Dr. Kaveh highlighted the difficulty non-medical personnel face when attempting to measure a patient's level of consciousness. In clinical settings, anesthesiologists rely on precise monitors, vital sign trends, and physiological indicators to confirm that a patient is fully unconscious before administering paralytic agents or lethal chemicals. Without anesthesiologists present to monitor brain activity and physiological responses, prison staff must evaluate sedation using basic visual checks. When drugs fail to enter the bloodstream properly, an inmate can remain conscious while receiving toxic doses, causing severe physical suffering. Legal teams representing Pike cited these exact concerns, arguing that the prolonged attempt caused "unnecessary agony" and violated constitutional protections against cruel and unusual punishment. Political debate and legal consequences The failure in Tennessee has triggered sharp political disagreement over state execution methods. On X, Republican Senator Marsha Blackburn described the situation as "tragic" and called for the state to "bring back the electric chair". However, Democratic candidate Jerri Green, also taking to X, condemned the proposal to "bring back one of the most cruel forms of capital punishment" and urged a total moratorium. This incident represents the second failed execution attempt in Tennessee during 2026, following a May attempt on prisoner Tony Carruthers that was halted after executioners failed to locate a suitable vein. As state officials proceed with their independent investigation, Pike's legal team continues to push for her death sentence to be commuted while she recovers under medical supervision. Featured image credit: Tennessee Department of Correction

Oct 02, 2026
Larry Nassar's Registry Status Sparks Controversy Amid False Claims

Larry Nassar's Registry Status Sparks Controversy Amid False Claims

Update 10/2/26 at 3:50 p.m. — Michigan law enforcement officials are disputing the report that Larry Nassar was removed from the state’s sex offender registry, saying the disgraced former USA Gymnastics doctor was never on the list to begin with. State police explained to the Detroit News that only sex offenders living in Michigan are required to appear on the registry. Nassar, 63, has been serving his sentence at a facility in Pennsylvania. "Information suggesting that convicted sex offender Nassar was removed from the Sex Offender Registry (SOR) by the Michigan State Police (MSP) because of the Smith decision is incorrect," Lori Dougovito, a spokeswoman for Michigan State Police, told the outlet. Dougovito added that if Nassar is ever moved to a Michigan prison, he would be entered into the state’s sex offender registry. Original story below: Disgraced former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar is among the more than 20,000 people whose names have been removed from Michigan’s sex offender registry. The controversial move comes after the Michigan Supreme Court ruled on September 9 that the state cannot retroactively apply its current registration requirements to those who committed sex offenses before July 2011. Nassar, 63, is currently serving a 40- to 175-year prison sentence for sexually abusing hundreds of young girls during his time with USA Gymnastics and as the team doctor at Michigan State University. He is also facing 60 years in prison due to additional child pornography charges. The court’s ruling does not affect his prison sentences. The Easton County Prosecutor’s Office released a statement via Facebook on Sunday, September 27, railing against the ruling, calling out Nassar and former Lansing doctor Kassem Hallak by name. Hallak, 67, was convicted in 2013 of criminal sexual conduct involving several female patients. He was sentenced to seven to 15 years in prison and has since been released. “The Michigan Supreme Court’s decision to eliminate [Sex Offender Registration Act] requirements for these offenders is deeply concerning. Our community, along with the victims of these crimes, expected the registry to provide a measure of protection and awareness — assurances that have now been removed by the Court’s ruling,” the statement read. “Reversion to the version in existence in 2011 was an option for the court and would have allowed for sex offenders to remain on the registry. Rather the court chose to toss the scalpel aside and use a chainsaw.” Since the allegations against Nassar first came to light, many of his victims have spoken publicly about what they endured. In 2018, 141 survivors of his abuse appeared on stage at the ESPYs to accept the Arthur Ashe Courage Award. “Speaking up and speaking out is not easy,” former gymnast Sarah Klein told the crowd. “Telling our stories of abuse over and over and over again in graphic detail is not easy. We’re sacrificing privacy. We’re being judged and scrutinized. And it’s grueling and it’s painful, but it is time.” Team USA gymnast Aly Raisman also spoke, revealing all the times Nassar’s victims spoke up about what they endured, only to be ignored or for his actions to be rationalized. “All those years we were told, ‘You are wrong. You misunderstood. He’s a doctor. It’s OK. Don’t worry, we’ve got it covered. Be careful. There are risks involved,’” she said. “The intention? To silence us in favor of money, medals and reputation. But we persisted, and finally someone listened and believed us.”

Oct 02, 2026
CIA's Weather Manipulation: The Declassified Files Stirring New Controversy

CIA's Weather Manipulation: The Declassified Files Stirring New Controversy

Declassified records from the Central Intelligence Agency have detailed historic American plans to manipulate weather patterns. The documents, which were declassified in 2003 and placed into public archives, discuss the controversial topic of weather modification. This involved launching rockets or using aircraft to disperse chemicals into the atmosphere to alter local storm systems and regional climate conditions. The 18-page report includes documents from 1965 discussing the need for increased funding for weather modification projects. Though the specific chemicals utilized in early experiments were not identified in the memos, federal funding for the secret initiative was scheduled to quadruple by 1967. That was the same year the United States began dispersing substances over Vietnam to trigger heavy rains, flooding, and landslides. The resurfaced report has fueled ongoing debate across digital platforms regarding historical military programs. One post on X claimed: "The CIA has been poisoning the sky and controlling the weather since 1965!" Included within the 18-page dossier is a letter from United States President Lyndon B. Johnson praising the operation. The endorsement followed an address given by Johnson at Southwest Texas State University in May 1962, where the former Vice President remarked, "He who controls the weather will control the world." During his presidency, Johnson oversaw two major weather manipulation operations known as Project Stormfury and Project Popeye. Cold War weather operations and military strategy Documents show that government initiatives were actively underway by 1965. Project Stormfury involved flying directly into active hurricanes and seeding the clouds with silver iodide. The goal of using the freezing agent was to disrupt the inner structures of the storms and diminish their overall strength. By 1967, military weather modification expanded into Project Popeye during the Vietnam War. Intelligence records indicate cloud seeding was deployed to artificially extend the monsoon season and disrupt enemy supply routes along the Ho Chi Minh Trail. Operations utilized lead iodide to increase rainfall, creating environmental conditions that led to road blockages and landslides. Lead iodide poses human health risks, as lead exposure can cause fatigue, abdominal pain, kidney issues, neurological damage, and developmental problems in children. Declassified document from 1965. Credit: CIA Modern theories and public skepticism The United States government has maintained that historic weather modification research was aimed at weakening destructive storms and alleviating drought conditions in rural areas. However, online observers sharing the resurfaced files allege that historical projects point to ongoing covert efforts to alter weather systems, block sunlight, and impact public health. Much of the modern speculation centers on high-altitude condensation trails left behind by aircraft. While mainstream scientists explain that condensation trails consist of water vapor freezing into ice crystals in cold air, critics argue that airplane exhausts contain undisclosed chemical mixtures. Figures such as environmental researcher Dane Wigington and health advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have claimed that modern jet emissions contain heavy metals like aluminum, barium, strontium, and mercury. In April 2025, RFK Jr. stated, "I'm going to do everything in my power to stop it. Find out who's doing it and holding them accountable." Featured image credit: fhm

Oct 02, 2026
Chad Lowe's Heartfelt Tribute to Daughter Fiona Sparks Emotional Reactions

Chad Lowe's Heartfelt Tribute to Daughter Fiona Sparks Emotional Reactions

New details about the death of Chad Lowe’s 13-year-old daughter, Fiona, have been revealed. Fiona died in a hospital on Tuesday, September 29, according to Los Angeles medical examiner records viewed by Us. The case remains open with an exam scheduled. A cause of death has not been publicly shared at the time of publication. Lowe, 58, and his wife, Kim Painter, confirmed their daughter’s death later on Tuesday. (The couple also share daughters Mabel, 17, and Nixie, 10.) “We are deeply heartbroken by the loss of our beloved Fiona,” Lowe and Painter, 52, wrote in a joint statement, referring to Fiona as “a loving young girl who was smart, creative and loved to dance.” The couple continued, “She was adored by her sisters and she was deeply loved by her parents. In fact, she was the light of our lives. 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.” Nearly one year earlier, the Pretty Little Liars alum marked Fiona’s 13th birthday with a social media tribute. “Celebrating Fiona officially becoming a teen today!!” Lowe wrote via Instagram in November 2025. “Keep dancing through life FiBear! Love you soooo much!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️.” Lowe had long been proud of Fiona and her sisters. “I’m a girl dad. It’s so interesting because [I’m] always wanting to have my own experiences and not live in the shadow or follow in the footsteps of somebody,” he said on the “Still Here” podcast in 2024. “I feel like having daughters is such an incredible privilege.” Chad, the younger brother of fellow actor Rob Lowe, further revealed how raising daughters changed his perspective on the world. “I look at the world from really their perspective, and I see the world and a lot of the injustices in the world from their perspective. It’s not all doom and gloom,” Chad said. “Society is changing. I see how we’re really becoming conscious of the role of women. We may, who knows, have the first female president.” He added, “[We’re] really empowering women and seeing how much women have to offer. I personally think that if women were in charge of nations, we’d be a lot more peaceful.” If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org.

Oct 01, 2026
Monica Bellucci's Surprising Take on Aging at 62

Monica Bellucci's Surprising Take on Aging at 62

See more of our coverage in your search results. Monica Bellucci says maturity comes with “a wonderful gift” in Harper’s Bazaar Spain’s October issue. Harper's Bazaar EspanaLa dolce vita only gets sweeter with time.Monica Bellucci, who turned 62 on Wednesday, got candid about aging in Harper’s Bazaar Spain’s October cover story.“There’s no real alternative: either you grow old and accept the process with dignity, or you die,” the “Malèna” star said. “Looking at it that way, I’d much rather grow old,” she added with a laugh.Rocío Ramos photographed her in scarlet Valentino and Dolce & Gabbana for two covers. Harpers Bazaar EspañaThe 62-year-old actress would “much rather grow old” than the alternative. Getty ImagesHer character in “The Birthday Party” fears women “become transparent” with age. Getty Images“Growing old means you’re fortunate enough to still be alive and have a future. Besides, maturity brings with it a wonderful gift: detachment.”In her latest film, “The Birthday Party” (or “Histoires de la nuit”), which competed at Cannes in May, Bellucci plays Cristina, a reclusive painter who fears women “become transparent” after a certain age. The actress sees it differently.“I could never have played this role when I was 30 or 40, not even with layers of makeup to age myself,” she said. “To give substance, weight, and truth to a character with that level of inner turmoil, you have to have lived.”The mother of two — who shares daughters Léonie, 16, and Deva, 22, with ex-husband Vincent Cassel — posed in lipstick-red Valentino and slinky Dolce & Gabbana on the magazine’s dual covers.Bellucci shares two daughters, Deva, 22, and Léonie, 16, with ex-husband Vincent Cassel. monicabellucciofficiel/instagramBeauty, to the screen veteran, means “watching your children grow” and “gazing at the sea.” monicabellucciofficiel/instagram“Life is a perpetual transformation,” the Italian star said, adding that “femininity is the strength of humanity.” Getty Images for VoguePhotographed by Rocío Ramos, the longtime Cartier ambassador was kitted out in diamonds and emeralds from the Parisian jeweler throughout the shoot.Feeling beautiful today, she said, “is about having a rich inner life, a passion that inspires you, watching your children grow, gazing at the sea, having friends, a family you love … a fulfilling life as a woman.”A year after her split from Tim Burton, she named love as her greatest luxury.“Life is a perpetual transformation,” Bellucci reflected. “That said, I’m proud of myself and of being a woman, because femininity is the strength of humanity.” Community GuidelinesWelcome to the Page Six Community!Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space.In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience.Simply put, keep it civil.Your post will/might be rejected if it contains: Spam Insults, profanity, incoherent, obscene or inflammatory language and threats of any kind Attacks on the identity of other commenters or the article's author User accounts will/might be blocked if we notice: Continuous attempts to re-post comments that have been previously moderated/rejected Racist, sexist, or homophobic comments Attempts or tactics that put the site security at risk So, how can you be a power user? Stay on topic and share your passion. Feel free to elaborate to get your point across. 'Like' or 'Dislike' when you are filled with emotions! Protect your community. Use the report tool to alert us when someone breaks the rules. Thanks for reading our community guidelines. Don't forget, freedom of speech is not the freedom of reach!

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Charlie Kirk's Mother Breaks Silence on Feud Rumors with Erika Kirk

Charlie Kirk's Mother Breaks Silence on Feud Rumors with Erika Kirk

Article • Oct 01, 2026 • 1 min read Charlie Kirk’s mother, Kathryn Kirk, has broken her silence on rumors that she’s feuding with his widow, Erika Kirk.“We knew Charlie in a way that no one else did,” Kathryn told Vanity Fair in an interview with Erika, 37, published on Tuesday, September 29 — just over one year after the conservative activist was shot and killed at Utah Valley University while speaking at an event for his non-profit organization, Turning Point USA, which was taken over by his wife after his death.“We can look at each other’s eyes, and we know the depth of our despair,” Kathryn continued of her relationship with Erika.

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The Math Puzzle Everyone's Talking About: Can You Crack It?

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Article • Oct 01, 2026 • 1 min read Welcome to a fun mathematical puzzle that is going around the internet.At first glance, it looks like a simple test for elementary school students.The prompt on the paper gives us a clear challenge.

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