Influencer Niamh Cullen mourns the loss of husband Jamie Gill just months after their first wedding anniversary

01 December 2025

When the world watches through a screen, real-life heartbreak can hit harder. For Irish influencer Niamh Cullen, the fairytale of love and “happily ever after” ended far too soon. Jamie Gill, her husband, died at the age of 33 just over 13 months after the couple exchanged vows in a romantic ceremony in Italy. The news, shared by Cullen in an emotional post on Instagram, stunned followers and friends around the globe.

Cullen and Gill had shared more than eight years together before Jamie proposed in late 2022. Their wedding on November 8, 2024, in Borgo di Tragliata, Italy, was meant to mark the beginning of a bright future. But tragedy struck quickly: on the third day of their celebration, Jamie fell seriously ill. What started as a holiday-trip illness spiraled into a long and painful medical fight.

Back in Ireland, tests revealed a cancerous tumor, news that upended their plans and thrust the newlyweds into a harsh reality. Jamie underwent surgery just before Christmas and subsequently endured 10 rounds of chemotherapy. Despite the assault on his body and spirit, Cullen has shared that Jamie maintained courage and a fighting spirit. But after his tenth round of treatment, pneumonia set in and then turned into sepsis. On November 27, 2025, he passed away surrounded by loved ones at St. Francis Hospice in Dublin.

In her Instagram tribute, Cullen called Jamie the “light of my life” and confessed “the unimaginable has happened.” She shared memories of their laughter, love, and the joy of being together. “I was the luckiest to be loved and adored by you Jamie,” she wrote. “I love you endlessly, not just now, but eternally.”

For Cullen, the grief is deeply personal. She spoke of “waves of guilt” a raw admission that many who have lost loved ones share. Her desire to protect, to swap places with him, captures a sorrow that runs deeper than words.

Beyond intimate grief, the loss reverberated on social media. Messages poured in from fans, fellow creators, and followers touched by their story. Comments reflected sorrow, empathy, and the shared feeling of loss for two lives abruptly parted. According to local reports, Jamie’s funeral is scheduled for December 2, and his family described him as a devoted husband, cherished son, and beloved brother.

Jamie Gill may have lived only 33 years, but those years encompassed love, hardship, hope and bravery. For Cullen and those who knew them, he embodied strength fighting cancer while holding onto love, laughter, and dreams. Their short-lived marriage and sudden loss underscore a humanity too often hidden behind the glossy sheen of “influencer life.”

In a quiet but powerful way, their story shines a light on the human fragility behind the curated feeds. It reminds us that behind every post, every video, every follow and like, there may be real people with hopes, fears, health struggles, and moments that cannot be captured on screen.

In the aftermath, Cullen’s lament holds as much sorrow as warning. She urges compassion for others, kindness toward honesty, and sensitivity toward the hidden battles many fight behind the scenes. For her followers and anyone watching silently, it becomes a moment of reflection: how much we assume, how little we know, and the importance of holding space for vulnerability.

As fans and friends offer condolences, Niamh Cullen’s pain resonates beyond her personal grief. Her loss becomes a shared sorrow and a reminder that life, love and loss are intertwined in unexpected ways.