ITV This Morning stars fight back tears in tribute to 'charming' Air India crash victims
This Morning stars Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard were left emotional as they paid tribute to two 'absolutely charming' Air India crash victims
This Morning presenters Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard were visibly choked with emotion as they fought to contain their tears during a poignant moment on the show.
The pair paid a heartfelt tribute to Jamie and Fiongal Greenlaw-Meek, a couple who tragically lost their lives in the Air India crash, remembering them as 'absolutely charming'.
In the ITV daytime show's episode on Tuesday (June 17), Cat and Ben began with a touching tribute to the couple who were on the ill-fated flight that crashed shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad bound for Gatwick on Thursday (June 12).
As they read out a statement from the grieving family, both Cat and Ben seemed on the brink of tears.
With her voice trembling, Cat started: "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.", reports Wales Online.
Ben continued, his voice filled with emotion: "As more details continue to emerge from the devastating tragedy, their loved ones have asked us to share a statement on their behalf."
With their voices cracking, they read out the statement: "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.'"
Cat continued to read: "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.."
Ben concluded: "They would want us to spread positive energy to the world, especially at this time, may peace and love prevail. In the face of darkness, spread light, love and laughter.
"We were fortunate enough to spend some time with both of them. Fiognal on the show of course, Jamie behind the scenes."
Cat and Ben fondly recalled their interactions with Fiognal and Jamie during their time on This Morning. Cat shared: "Just absolutely charming gentlemen who were so positive, I've still got my Palo Santo that he gave me and the rosemary that I burn."
Ben added: "Fiognal came him last time, he left us with a little care package didn't he, and I've got the stuff to cleanse the energy in my room, some grounding stones, the little bell to ting and some spritz.
"And when we heard the news, obviously it was heartbreaking that the lives of these two young men that were so full of joy and wonderful souls, have been tragically lost.
"They will be really sorely missed and very warmly remembered by all of their friends and family of course."
Fiongal Greenlaw-Meek, 39, made appearances on the ITV daytime show in January and April of this year, where he spoke about the Wellness Foundry, a healthy lifestyle company that he established with his husband, Jamie Meek, 45.
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