Madeline Gaudreau shares tribute to late husband ahead of anniversary
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 12:04 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Madeline Gaudreau posted a heartfelt message on Instagram honoring her late husband, Matthew Gaudreau, who died almost two years ago. Both Matthew and his brother, former NHL player Johnny Gaudreau, were killed by a drunk driver while biking in New Jersey prior to a family wedding. Madeline reflected on their life together, expressing her love and the impact of his absence. Meanwhile, their father, Guy Gaudreau, has not forgiven the alleged driver, Sean Higgins, who faces manslaughter charges. The trial for Higgins is pending.
- •Madeline Gaudreau recalls her husband ahead of the second anniversary of his death.
- •Matthew and Johnny Gaudreau were killed by a drunk driver in 2024.
- •Guy Gaudreau expresses deep pain over the loss of his sons.
- •Sean Higgins faces charges of aggravated manslaughter but has pleaded not guilty.
- •The trial for Higgins has not yet begun.
- 12:04 AMYahoo Sports — Madeline Gaudreau posts heartfelt message to husband Matthew ahead of 2nd anniversary of his death
"Brothers Matthew Gaudreau and Johnny Gaudreau were killed in 2024 in New Jersey. Johnny was a former NHL player.
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