Matthew Lowe Weds Emily Markus in Santa Barbara

Celebrity wedding follows family tragedy as Fiona Lowe's death is confirmed.

New York Editorial News Desk October 10, 2026 1 min read

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Matthew Lowe married Emily Markus in Santa Barbara with a celebrity guest list.
Fiona Lowe, Rob Lowe's niece, died by suicide at 13 days before the wedding.
The ceremony was officiated by Gwyneth Paltrow, with Cameron Diaz and others in attendance.

Matthew Lowe, 33, married Emily Markus in Santa Barbara, California, in a ceremony attended by numerous celebrities.

The event featured an impressive guest list, including Cameron Diaz, Adam Levine, Katy Perry, Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, and Maria Shriver.

Gwyn, Paltrow served as the officiant for the wedding, which took place shortly after the death of Matthew's cousin Fiona Lowe.

Fiona Lowe, 13, died by suicide on September 29, as confirmed by Los Angeles Medical Examiner records obtained by Page Six.

The family of Fiona, including her parents Chad Lowe and Kim Painter, expressed deep sorrow over her passing in a statement shared with Page Six.

The wedding occurred less than two weeks after Fiona's death, with her family requesting privacy and support during this difficult time.