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This Morning Hosts Break Down In Tears As They Pay Tribute To Tragic Deaths

Published on June 18, 2025

This Morning hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard struggled to hold back tears as they interrupted the show to pay tribute to Jamie and Fiongal Greenlaw-Meek, who tragically lost their lives in the Air India crash on June 12. The crash claimed the lives of all 242 passengers, leaving just one survivor.

Fiongal had appeared on the show earlier this year in both January and April, sharing the story of The Wellness Foundry, the company he co-founded with his husband, Jamie. The two had become well-known faces on the show, and their sudden loss left everyone at This Morning heartbroken, reported the Express.

Opening the tribute, Cat Deeley said: “We’d like to start by taking a moment to send our heartfelt condolences to the friends and family of Jamie and Fiongal Greenlaw-Meek, who tragically lost their lives in the Air India crash.”

Ben Shephard added: “As more details continue to emerge from the devastating tragedy, their loved ones have asked us to share a statement on their behalf. It is with profound sadness and unimaginable heartbreak that we confirm that both Jamie and Fiongal were passengers on the Air India flight that tragically crashed in India”, reported the Daily Mail.

Cat, holding back emotion, continued: “They were a bright light in so many of our lives, deeply loved as sons, brothers and friends. Their warmth, kindness, humour, and generous spirits touched everyone who knew them. We are all beyond devastated by the news and are struggling to come to terms with the potential of a life without them.”

Ben read out a message from the family: “They would want us to spread positive energy to the world, especially at this time, may peace and love prevail, where there is darkness, spread light, love and laughter.”

With visible emotion, Ben continued: “We were lucky enough to spend some time with both of them. Fiongal was on the show, of course, and Jamie was behind the scenes. Just absolutely charming gentlemen who were so positive. I’ve still got my Palo Santo that Fiongal gave me and the rosemary that I burn.”

Cat also reflected on her time with them: “They were just so positive, so full of life. I still have the little care package Fiongal left me with last time he was here, including some grounding stones and a bell to cleanse the energy.”

Ben agreed: “I’ve still got the stuff he gave me, and when we heard the news, it was just heartbreaking. These two young men, who were so full of joy and light, have been tragically lost. They’ll be sorely missed and warmly remembered by all their friends and family.”

Both hosts were clearly affected by the tragic news, with their voices quivering as they remembered Jamie and Fiongal. The pair’s presence on the show had left a lasting impact on everyone who knew them, and their tragic loss will be felt by all who had the privilege of working with them.

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