The entertainment world is in mourning following the tragic Air India plane crash that claimed the lives of hundreds, including wellness influencers Jamie Ray Greenlaw-Meek and Fiongal Greenlaw-Meek. The couple, known for their spiritual wellness company, The Wellness Foundry, were among the 242 passengers on board the London-bound flight AI171 that crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India, on Thursday.
News of their untimely death has sent shockwaves through their community and beyond. Jamie Laing, of "Made in Chelsea" fame, has paid a moving tribute to Fiongal, who had previously appeared on Laing's podcast, "Newly Weds," offering tarot card readings to him and his wife, Sophie Habboo.
The Greenlaw-Meeks were well-known figures in the wellness scene, offering psychic readings, tarot card sessions, and aura readings at their Vauxhall-based company. They had collaborated with major brands like Netflix, Google, and Dior. Fiongal had also made a recent appearance on ITV's "This Morning," discussing auras and their meanings, showcasing his warm personality and engaging with hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard. The Wellness Foundry had proudly shared the clip on social media, calling it their "biggest gig so far".
Just before boarding the doomed flight, the couple posted a video on Instagram from the airport, expressing their excitement about returning home after a "magical experience" in India, where they had been running a 10-day wellness retreat. Jamie Meek's brother, Nick, shared that they were expected to land in London on Thursday evening.
The crash has left family and friends devastated. Nick Meek described his mother's anguish upon hearing the news, emphasizing the raw emotions and the difficulty in processing the sudden loss.
The Air India crash is a devastating event, with authorities working to determine the cause of the tragedy. While one passenger miraculously survived, the majority of those on board perished. The incident has deeply impacted families across the globe, and tributes continue to pour in for the victims, including Jamie and Fiongal Greenlaw-Meek, whose passion for wellness touched the lives of many.