Influencer Farah El Kadhi [1], who was originally from Tunisia and aged 36, passed away from a suspected heart attack while on a holiday aboard a yacht in Malta. She was found lifeless on the yacht and was promptly taken to Mater Dei Hospital in the Maltese town of Msida on June 17.
El Kadhi, an architect, had been sharing photos of her time on the yacht earlier in the day. Local reports indicate no visible injuries, and she was in Malta for a one-week vacation.
An autopsy will be conducted to determine the exact cause of her death, and a magisterial inquiry has been initiated.
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Fellow influencer Soulayma Hneynia, who resides in Malta and was on Love Island Malta’s first season, was among those who raised concern when they could not contact El Kadhi. Hneynia described the deceased influencer as a person known for kindness, generosity, and warmth, with a positive spirit that touched all who knew her.
El Kadhi, also a successful architect at Key Concept, was a prominent influencer in Tunisia, with a following of 1.1 million on Instagram. She used her platform to promote her fashion brand, Bazarbyfaf [3], and collaborate with other brands.
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Colleagues and followers paid tribute to El Kadhi on her Instagram page, expressing sadness and offering condolences. Laurie Marquet, another influencer, expressed shock at the news and bid farewell to El Kadhi.
The exact circumstances surrounding her passing are currently under investigation.