Social media influencer Hannah Carnat-Gronnerud is mourning the loss of her fiancé, Ian de Metz, who died tragically just weeks before the pair were scheduled to walk down the aisle.
Carnat-Gronnerud, who uses the moniker “Thatgrlhannah” online, was set to marry longtime love de Metz, whom she called her “soulmate,” on Aug. 31.
A heartbreaking July 21 update on Carnat-Gronnerud’s official Instagram account — written by her friend Nat — announced that de Metz died in a work accident on July 17.
“Hey everyone, Hannah’s bestie Nat here. It is with the heaviest heart that I have to share the news with you all, of the passing of Hannah’s beloved husband Ian, on Thursday July 17, 2025. Ian was tragically killed in a work accident,” read the post, which accompanied a collage of pics of Carnat-Gronnerud and de Metz being affectionate with each other.
“Hannah and Ian’s families appreciate you all and your support during this tragedy. We are continuing to surround them with love and ask you for your thoughts and prayers,” the message added.
It also included information regarding de Metz’s funeral service, which was scheduled to take place July 22 in Calgary, Alberta.
Carnat-Gronnerud’s followers were familiar with de Metz, who frequently appeared in the images and videos she shared. Many responded to the news of his death by expressing their shock and sorrow.
“I am so so so sorry. It was clear that you shared à deep love for each other. Your respect, love and understanding of one another was palpable. My sincere condolences,” one follower wrote in response to the announcement about de Metz’s death.
“My heart stopped when I read this. May his memory be a blessing — the deep love you two shared will always be an inspiration to us all. Sending love and light your way,” added another.
Carnat-Gronnerud’s last Instagram post that featured de Metz was a video shared on July 9. It showed the couple, who announced their engagement in August 2022, dressed in swimsuits while kissing at a beach.
On June 24, a little more than a month before de Metz’s passing, Carnat-Gronnerud shared her excitement about her upcoming nuptials.
“68 days until I marry my baby!!” she wrote. “My literal SOULMATE ANGEL CHILD BABYBOO MY LUUUURV MY BF4EVER MY EVERYTHANG I’M SO OBSESSED WITH!!!!! HE IS ME I AM HIM!!!! I literally want to crawl under his skin and into his body!!!!!”
