A 56-year-old man has been identified as the passenger who jumped overboard from the Carnival Panorama during a cruise, sources report. The man, Thomas Gigler, was on a trip with his wife, Michelle, and their three sons. The incident occurs about six days after the couple boards for what is described as a 15th wedding anniversary trip.

According to the reports, Gigler jumps into the water as the ship is returning home. The articles also note that family members are grieving and that a sister offers commentary on possible reasons for the man’s actions, though details are presented as personal theory rather than confirmed explanation.

The coverage focuses mainly on the man’s identity and the circumstances of the anniversary cruise, along with family reaction. No additional verified motives or official investigative conclusions are included in the provided excerpts.